Bluffton Popular Annual Report-Bluffton Business Report June 2012

Bluffton Business News:  

The Town of Bluffton is dedicated to the concept of entrepreneurship, innovation and attracting high-tech industries. One of the best examples is the new Don Ryan Center for Innovation. A public/private partnership with the Town of Bluffton, Clemson University, Bank of America, CareCore National and others that’s leading the charge in developing new technology start-ups in Bluffton. The Center strives to provide innovators with consulting, resources and space to grow their businesses more quickly. Resources provided includes the linking of innovators to intellectual property, technology evaluation, product development services, seed financing, business mentorship, corporate relationships and recruiting. In addition, assistance is provided to locate funding sources and in the preparation of funding requests.  The #1 goal is to support new technology company formation and development in Bluffton by helping increase the probability innovators will be successful.

 The top ten employers located in the Town of Bluffton include:

• Beaufort County School District (Bluffton only)
• CareCore National, LLC
• The Inn at Palmetto Bluff
• Hargray Communications
• Publix Supermarkets
• The Kroger Company
• Town of Bluffton
• Bluffton Township Fire District
• Outback Steakhouse
• Jim N NIcks BBQ

Source:  Town of Bluffton Popular Annual Financial Report June 30, 2012