Our Why: Investing in the Upstate
The Upstate of South Carolina is a community we are committed to strengthening for the long term. We invest in community partnerships because talent is the currency of economic development. When communities align around workforce readiness, they create the conditions for sustained economic growth and shared success.
Our partnerships are not transactional. They are rooted in shared purpose: shaping a stronger regional economy through talent, workforce development, and company excellence. By collaborating with economic development organizations, educational institutions, industry groups, and nonprofits, we help build sustainable talent pipelines, elevate leadership conversations, and create meaningful impact across the Upstate.
This work is about more than individual companies or sponsorships. It’s about shaping the future of the community—economically, culturally, and through the lived experience of work.
Learn why we invest in Greenville and the Upstate.
Anchor Partnerships
These partnerships represent deep, strategic relationships where we actively contribute time, expertise, and leadership.
Upstate Alliance
The Upstate Alliance serves the broader Upstate region, bringing together counties, communities, and employers around shared economic goals. Our involvement reflects our belief that regional collaboration is essential to workforce sustainability.
Through this partnership, we help connect workforce strategy to regional growth—supporting employers, economic developers, and leaders as they plan for the future of work. Explore the Upstate Alliance.
City of Greenville Economic Development Corporation (EDC)
As a Founders Circle partner of the City of Greenville EDC, we are closely aligned with efforts to attract and grow businesses in the region. This partnership allows us to contribute workforce insight early in the economic development process—ensuring companies considering Greenville understand the talent landscape and are set up for long-term success.
This includes engaging in early conversations with companies evaluating Greenville, sharing workforce and talent insights that help inform growth decisions, and supporting long‑term economic development initiatives that strengthen the region’s business ecosystem. Visit the City of Greenville EDC.
Education & Talent Pipeline Partnerships
Upstate Talent Forum (USC Upstate)
The Upstate Talent Forum brings together education and industry leaders to focus on talent pipelines, workforce trends, and the future of work. This partnership reflects our commitment to connecting employers with educators—and ensuring alignment between learning and labor market needs.
Explore insights from the Upstate Talent Forum through a recap of Kara Bloomberg’s keynote, where she shares her perspective on building stronger talent pipelines and aligning education with workforce needs. The accompanying photo captures Kara speaking at the forum, reinforcing our ongoing engagement with educators and industry leaders shaping the future of work in the Upstate.
Learn more about the Upstate Talent Forum.
OneSpartanburg
Our collaboration with OneSpartanburg underscores our commitment to strengthening the broader Upstate region. By partnering with an organization focused on economic development and regional insight, we stay closely connected to conversations shaping growth, talent, and opportunity across neighboring communities. Through our involvement in initiatives like Outlook OneSpartanburg and executive‑level networking, we value the exchange of ideas and perspectives that inform our work and strengthen the regional workforce. See how OneSpartanburg is shaping the Upstate.
Landrum in the Community
Relationships in action.
Beyond formal partnerships, our teams are actively engaged throughout the Upstate—learning, listening, and showing up.
These moments matter. They reflect our belief that meaningful impact starts with presence and relationships.
Giving Back
Harvest Hope Food Bank & March of Dimes
Community impact extends beyond business. Our teams proudly support local nonprofits, including Harvest Hope and March of Dimes, through volunteer efforts and community initiatives—helping strengthen families and create lasting impact across the Upstate.
Learn more about Harvest Hope and March of Dimes.
Industry-Focused Partnerships
SC Bio
As members of SC BIO, we support the life sciences, healthcare, and bioscience industries across South Carolina. This partnership aligns with our focus on healthcare workforce challenges and emerging industry needs.
Through our involvement with SC BIO, we remain engaged in key conversations on healthcare workforce trends, industry‑specific talent challenges, and the evolving needs of South Carolina’s bioscience and manufacturing sectors. This connection helps us better understand emerging demands while supporting collaboration across a highly specialized and growing industry.
Explore SC BIO.
Additional Chamber Partnerships
These partnerships extend our reach and ensure we remain connected to leaders and employers throughout the Upstate.
Contact Our Greenville Team
104 S. Main St. Suite 110
Greenville, SC 59401
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (800) 888-0472
Looking Ahead
As Landrum’s presence across the Upstate continues to grow, so does our commitment to helping people, organizations, and communities move forward together. Through trusted partnerships and meaningful collaboration, we bring insight, workforce expertise, and practical solutions to the challenges shaping today’s workplace. Whether you’re navigating talent needs, strengthening your workforce strategy, or looking to engage thought leadership within your organization, Landrum is ready to support what’s next.
