SCRA Technology Ventures

SCRA Technology Ventures is the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, dedicated to fostering the state's technology-based economy. It actively invests in the formation and growth of early-stage technology companies, providing capital and strategic support to help them scale. The organization's approach centers on nurturing innovation and facilitating the development of new technologies within the region.

The South Carolina Research Authority, the parent entity, was chartered in 1983 by the State of South Carolina as a public, non-profit corporation. Its establishment stemmed from the insight that a dedicated body was needed to cultivate a robust technology ecosystem, thereby driving economic advancement and job creation across the state through strategic investment and partnership.

The primary beneficiaries of SCRA Technology Ventures are innovative early-stage technology companies and entrepreneurs operating within South Carolina. The organization's long-term vision is to position South Carolina as a premier destination for technology-focused industry, attracting both nascent startups and established ventures, and thereby solidifying the state's knowledge economy.