With a strong and growing coalition in South Carolina for a decade, the USGLC works to educate and engage policymakers and community leaders on why investments in development and diplomacy help keep America safe and strengthen South Carolina’s economy.
The USGLC’s South Carolina Advisory Committee brings together more than 160 business, faith, non-profit, and political leaders who understand how American global leadership matters for South Carolina. We’re also proud of South Carolina’s Veterans for Smart Power – part of a nationwide network of 30,000 veterans.
South Carolina exports about
$45 billion in goods and services
to overseas markets annually.
In South Carolina,
580,000 jobs
(20.0%)
are supported by trade.
In 2024–2025,
6,863 international students
in STATE contributed
$207 million
to the state economy.
WASHINGTON, DC – Liz Schrayer, President and CEO of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC), released the following statement on the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham: USGLC is saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham...