Haley: Grand Strand means business opportunities

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Gov. Nikki Haley says while the Grand Strand is great for tourism, it also provides business opportunities for investors.

Haley made the comments Monday during a business conference with Canadian business leaders in Myrtle Beach.

Haley said the conference highlights Myrtle Beach as a place for businesses to invest and expand.

The annual conference draws business representatives from six Southeastern states and seven Canadian provinces.

Haley says South Carolina is open for business and has a trained workforce. She says the state is building relationships with business and, even though the dollar is weak, businesses are looking to invest.

The Grand Strand is the heart of the state’s $15 billion tourism industry.