Are you or someone you know looking for work? Last week we posted about the 25 best employers to work for in Georgia. Now, it's time to highlight South Carolina!
The Pandemic's Effect
The pandemic led to many people re-thinking their careers and jobs. Companies had to pivot and readjust the way they did business. Many people lost their jobs due to downsizing, or the company having to shut down completely. Other companies were able to allow more flexibility, and offered work from home opportunities.
Then there was the "Great Resignation." People began leaving jobs in droves. Fed up with tough work environments, or seeking the more flexible opportunities. The pandemic truly changed corporate America.
Now, many employers are looking to hire. Yet, many are struggling to find reliable and hardworking employees.
Survey of Employers
Forbes partnered with Statista for their annual list of America's Best Employers By State. We took a look at Georgia last week, and this week, we gathered up some information on South Carolina. Because we can't forget both states that are part of the CSRA!
The survey was conducted between October 2020 and June 2021. There were 80,000 Americans surveyed. This employees work for companies of at least 500 people.
On this list, many local companies you may be familiar with! For instance, Savannah River Site, which is headquartered in Jackson, South Carolina, came in at number 52. Aiken County Public School District also made the list at number 47. Chick-fil-A, which is headquartered out of Atlanta, still made this list at number 35 as a great employer in South Carolina as well.
See the full list HERE.
And now for the top 25 Best Employers to work for in South Carolina:
25. Clemson University
Employees: 5,179
Headquarters: Clemson, South Carolina
CEO: James P. Clements
Industry: Education
24. Duke Energy
Employees: 27,535
Headquarters: Charlotte, North Carolina
CEO: Lynn J. Good
Industry: Utilities
23. BlueCross & BlueShield of South Carolina
Employees: 16,000
Headquarters: Columbia, South Carolina
CEO: David Pankau
Industry: Insurance
22. IBM
Employees: 345,000
Headquarters: Armonk, New York
CEO: Arvind Krishna
Industry: IT, Internet, Software & Services
21. Horry County Schools
Employees: 5,333
Headquarters: Conway, South Carolina
CEO: Rick Maxey
Industry: Education
20. Blackbaud
Employees: 3,100
Headquarters: Charleston, South Carolina
CEO: Michael Gianoni
Industry: IT, Internet, Software & Services
19. Roper St. Francis
Employees: 6,000
Headquarters: Charleston, South Carolina
CEO: Jeffrey DiLisi
Industry: Healthcare & Social
18. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Employees: 383,040
Headquarters: Washington, D.C.
CEO: Denis J. McDonough
Industry: Government Services
17. Intercontinental Hotels Group
Employees: 350,000
Headquarters: Dunwoody, Georgia
CEO: Keith Barr
Industry: Travel & Leisure
16. Dominion Energy
Employees: 17,300
Headquarters: Richmond, Virginia
CEO: Robert M. Blue
Industry: Utilities
15. 3M
Employees: 40,000
Headquarters: St. Paul, Minnesota
CEO: Michael F. Roman
Industry: Packaged Goods
14. BMW Group
Employees: 120,726
Headquarters: Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
CEO: Oliver Zipse
Industry: Automotive
13. Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Employees: 9,000
Headquarters: Spartanburg, South Carolina
CEO: Ingo Angermeier
Industry: Healthcare & Social
12. University of South Carolina
Employees: 6,000
Headquarters: Columbia, South Carolina
CEO: Harris Pastides
Industry: Education
11. Starbucks
Employees: 228,000
Headquarters: Seattle, Washington
CEO: Kevin Johnson
Industry: Restaurants
10. Home Depot
Employees: 400,000
Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia
CEO: Craig Menear
Industry: Retail and Wholesale
9. MUSC Health
Employees: 17,000
Headquarters: Charleston, South Carolina
CEO: David J. Cole
Industry: Healthcare & Social
8. Mariott International
Employees: 98,000
Headquarters: Bathesda, Maryland
CEO: Anthony Capuano
Industry: Travel & Leisure
7. Verizon Communications
Employees: 130,100
Headquarters: New York, New York
CEO: Hans Vestberg
Industry: Telecommunications Services, Cable Supplier
6. Michelin Group
Employees: 117,500
Headquarters: Greenville, South Carolina
CEO: Florent Menegaux and Jean-Dominique Senard
Industry: Automotive
5. Atrium Health
Employees: 55,000
Headquarters: Charlotte, North Carolina
CEO: Eugene A. Woods
Industry: Healthcare & Social
4. Publix Super Markets
Employees: 225,000
Headquarters: Lakeland, Florida
CEO: Todd Jones
Industry: Retail and Wholesale
3. Honeywell International
Employees: 44,000
Headquarters: Morris Plains, New Jersey
CEO: Darius Adamczyk
Industry: Engineering, Manufacturing
2. Midlands Technical College
Employees: Not listed
Headquarters: West Columbia, South Carolina
CEO: Ronald Rhames
Industry: Education
1. United Parcel Service (UPS)
Employees: 495,000
Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia
CEO: Carol B. Tomé
Industry: Transportation and Logistics
