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Cherokee County Business Leader Honored by Gov. Sanford and DOC
Prepared by: Steve Wong Upstate Carolina Medical Center Marketing Phone 864-487-1515 
Joe Howell of Upstate Carolina Medical Center was honored as an Ambassador for Economic Development by Gov. Mark Sanford and the Department of Commerce as part of the 17th Annual Industry Appreciation Week. The ceremony took place in Columbia on Monday, September 17 at the Governor’s Mansion Complex and highlighted individuals from 45 counties for their exceptional efforts to boost the State’s community and economic development activities.
"From day one, our administration has been committed to improving the business climate so that businesses can prosper. Efforts like workers’ comp reform, tort reform, and income tax relief have paid real dividends in our state’s ability to compete," said Gov. Sanford. "I’d give real credit as well to the individuals who have gone above and beyond to encourage growth in their respective communities. South Carolina thanks them for their efforts to create jobs and economic opportunity throughout the state." Howell has been the Chief Executive Officer at Upstate Carolina Medical Center since 1999. At Upstate Carolina, Howell led the effort to relocate and expand the emergency department, positioning the hospital as the quality healthcare provider in the county and instituting a self-reflection and improvement program throughout the facility. Additionally, he has been an influential member of several local charitable, business and civic organizations, including the Cherokee County Literacy Association, Habitat for Humanity, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, South Carolina Hospital Association, and Spartanburg Technical College Advisory Board. "Business and industry of all sizes represent the backbone of our state’s economy. They recognize the many benefits of doing business in South Carolina and are committed to enhancing our economic success. We thank them all for their continued commitment to grow their piece of the economy in South Carolina," said Joe Taylor, Secretary of Commerce. Each year the Department of Commerce joins local communities to thank business and industry for its vital contributions to South Carolina’s economy. Ambassadors for Economic Development include local leaders from the private sector representing a variety of businesses and economic development organizations committed to securing new jobs and investment in their communities.
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