We build just futures by making the paths of life visible to all
Empowering community-rooted leaders across Horry County and the Grand Strand to advance equity, democracy, and shared prosperity.
Our Mission
Vision 8:28 empowers committed local organizations with strategic tools and resources to uplift Horry County and Grand Strand residents—driving unity, economic mobility, and lasting change through community-rooted solutions.
Our Vision
Vision 8:28 envisions a thriving, inclusive Horry County and Grand Strand Region where diversity drives prosperity, leadership reflects its people, and every resident—regardless of identity—has equitable access to opportunity, wellbeing, and a voice in shaping their future.
Our Purpose
Vision 8:28 exists to ignite people-centered change in Horry County, the Grand Strand Region, and the state of South Carolina - fueling equity, democracy, and shared prosperity by empowering community-rooted leaders to dismantle barriers, amplify voices, and build a future where everyone thrives.
Latest News
- Press Release Feb 10, 2026
Vision 8:28 Launches Regional Economic Competitiveness Initiative Across Three-State Corridor
A landmark public-private partnership framework designed to align workforce, infrastructure, and capital investment across a tri-state economic development corridor.
- Research Jan 28, 2026
2025 Annual Economic Outlook Report: Emerging Trends in Community Development
Vision 8:28 releases comprehensive regional competitiveness data covering workforce trends, capital access gaps, and small business ecosystem health across 14 markets.
- Event Recap Jan 15, 2026
Summit Recap: 2025 Thought Leadership Symposium Draws 400+ Regional Leaders
Over two days, executives, policymakers, and EDC professionals co-authored four regional action frameworks addressing workforce alignment and capital stack strategy.
Upcoming Events
Small Business & Entrepreneurship Accelerator Workshop
Focused on equipping entrepreneurs and their support organizations to scale, access capital, and compete in modern markets.
Executive Policy Roundtable: Workforce Pipeline Strategy
High-level strategy session focused on regional workforce pipeline alignment — designed for senior leaders who shape outcomes.
Vision 8:28 Annual Economic Development Thought Leadership Symposium
A high-impact, multi-sector gathering of executives, policymakers, EDC leaders, higher education institutions, and private sector innovators.
