For Immediate Release
November 24, 2020
Skutchi Designs Inc expanding operations in Horry County
Investing $3.5 million and will create 41 new jobs
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Skutchi Designs Inc, a manufacturer of custom, designer office cubicles and a proprietary interior glass office wall system, today announced plans to expand operations in Horry County. The company will hire approximately 41 employees and make a capital investment of $3.5 million.
Skutchi Designs Inc, a woman-owned business with over 25 years of experience, is a national contract office furniture company. Skutchi carries various products from office cubicles, interior glass office walls, office desks, conference room furniture and more. The company also offers many quick-ship products, in addition to the custom office furniture solutions.
To expand operations in Horry County, the company will construct a new 85,000 square foot facility in the Ascott Valley Industrial Park in Conway, S.C. Skutchi Designs will hire a broad range of manufacturing, distribution, engineering, and support service personnel. The new Conway, SC facility will allow the company to increase their business and supply more customers.
The company will advertise positions at www.scworks.org at a later date.
Quotes
Horry County has made it easy to operate our business and proven that it wants us as part of the community. We look forward to growing our company and much more success in Horry County. It is a great place to live, work and play. Skutchi Designs, CEO, Jamie Ferraro
“It’s always a great day when we can celebrate the expansion of one of our South Carolina companies. Skutchi Designs, Inc.’s decision to expand its Palmetto State operations is a win for the company and for our entire state, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact these 41 new jobs will have in Horry County.” -Gov. Henry McMaster
“While we work every day to bring new companies to South Carolina, it is always exciting to see one of our existing businesses expand. We celebrate Skutchi Designs, Inc.’s investment in Horry County and the 41 new jobs the company will create.” -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“Skutchi Designs, Inc. represents success in Horry County! Having an existing company expand its operations in our county proves that we have a friendly business environment, great workforce, wonderful community and successful businesses. We are honored and proud to have Skutchi Designs, Inc. expand and celebrate their success. Thank you for being a valued manufacturer in our county.” –Horry County Council Chairman, Johnny Gardner
“We celebrate the expansion of Skutchi Designs today and every day in Horry County. Skutchi Designs utilizes our workforce and diversifies our economy, which is what the MBREDC strives for. On behalf of the entire MBREDC Board, staff and partners, I would like to congratulate Skutchi Designs on their expansion, past success and future success.”– MBREDC Chairman, Fred Richardson
FIVE FAST FACTS
- SKUTCHI Designs Inc is expanding operations in Horry County.
- Committed to investing $3.5 million and creating 41 new jobs over the next five years.
- SKUTCHI Designs is a manufacturer of custom, designer office cubicles and a proprietary interior glass office wall systems.
- The company will construct a new 85,000 square-foot facility, in Conway, SC.
- Those looking to apply should visit www.scworks.org in the future.
About MBREDC
The MBREDC is a public‐private partnership that works closely with new and existing industries, site selectors, and economic development professionals to promote economic growth in Horry County. Since January of 2012, the MBREDC has announced over 2,000 new jobs including announcements in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, back-office support, health-care, and technology-related businesses. For more information, visit www.mbredc.org.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Sandy Davis
President & CEO
Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Corporation
(843) 347-4604
[email protected]
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