Unparalleled Partners in Your Growth

Our mission is empowering business growth through tailored support, streamlined development, and a skilled, dynamic community.

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Our Story

Founded to drive economic growth, the Lincoln Economic Development Association (LEDA) has long been a cornerstone of Lincolnton and Lincoln County’s business community. Through strategic partnerships and tailored support for businesses of all sizes, LEDA has helped transform the area into a hub of innovation, opportunity, and sustainable growth. Today, we remain dedicated to building a thriving, connected community—convening the right partners, aligning resources, and leading collaborative efforts to turn bold ideas into lasting impact.

Special appreciation to Lincoln County and the City of Lincolnton, NC.
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What We Do

Small Business Assistance
Whether you’re just starting out or growing an established business, the Lincoln Economic Development Association is here to connect you with the resources you need to succeed.
Workforce Education

Our robust partnerships with schools, community colleges, and workforce programs prepare job-ready talent. From skilled trades to advanced technical expertise, we invests in your workforce pipeline.

Industry Focused
LEDA supports industries with an award-winning program offering services, strategic partnerships, and expert guidance to foster growth, streamline operations, and strengthen connections across industry, education, and local government.

Meet our Staff

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John Dancoff
Existing Industry Manager and Small Business Development Manager
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Kara Brown
Business Development Manager
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Kristy Berkland
Office & Information Manager

Board members

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Cliff Brumfield
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502 E Main St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Dr. Aaron Allen
Ex-Officio
PO Box 400
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093
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Dr. Jonathan Bryant
Ex-Officio
7834 Galway Ln
Denver North Carolina 28037
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Dr. John Hauser
Ex-Officio
201 Hwy 321 S
Dallas North Carolina 28034
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Ritchie Haynes
Ex-Officio – City Manager
PO Drawer 617
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093
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Davin Madden
Ex-Officio – County Manager
115 W. Main St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Tony Simpson
Ex-Officio – Dept. of Employment Security
529 N Aspen St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Jennifer Weber
Ex-Officio
PO Box 1617
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093
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Bud Cesena
Member
7581 Golf Course Dr S
Denver North Carolina 28037
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Ed Hatley
Member – Mayor City of Lincolnton
114 W Sycamore St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Myra Heavner
Member-Treasurer
514 N. Academy St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Henk Jan Van Ettekoven
Member
1009 Airlie Pkwy
Denver North Carolina 28037
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David Lee
Member- Chair
1980 Indian Creek Rd
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093
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Marty Paris
Member
311 Mozt Ave #F
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Brent Reynolds
Member
115 E Main St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Dr. Jim Watson
Member-Vice Chair
1422 E Main St #301
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Private Members

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Abernethy Chevrolet

1445 E Main Street PO Box 69 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093
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Active Concepts

107 Technology Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Advanced Family Eye Care

7547 Waterside Loop Suite A Denver North Carolina 28037
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Allen Tate Corporate

6700 Fairview Road Charlotte North Carolina 28210
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American Tire Ditributors

3099 Finger Mill Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Apple Realty

513 E Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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American Woodmark Corp (RSI)

838 Lincoln County Parkway Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Aptar

3300 Finger Mill Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Atrium Health Lincoln

PO Box 677 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093-0677
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Austin Orthodontics

701 S Laurel Street Ste 1 Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Barrett Business Services

100 N Main St Ste. 210 Belmont North Carolina 28012

Beam – Individual

1100 General Hoke Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Blum, Inc

7733 Old Plank Road Stanley North Carolina 28164
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Bosch

1980 Indian Creek Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Calico Coatings

PO Box 901 Denver North Carolina 28037
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Carolina Eye Care

231 N Generals Blvd Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Carolina Federal Credit Union

1200 E Church Street Cherryville North Carolina 28021
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Carolina Roller & Supply Co Inc

214 N. Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Cataler North America

2002 Cataler Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Catawba Truck Rental

PO Box 339 Claremont North Carolina 28610

Our Partners & Investors

Supporters Driving Business Growth

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Centralina Regional Council

PO Box 38008 Charlotte North Carolina 28235
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Charlotte Regional Business Alliance

330 South Tryon Street Charlotte North Carolina 28202
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Gaston College

201 Hwy 321 South Dallas North Carolina 28034
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Gaston College – Lincoln Campus

511 South Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Industrial Managers Association

502 East Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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Lincoln Small Business & Entrepreneurs

502 East Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092
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NC Department of Transporation

PO Box 47 Shelby North Carolina 28151
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NCWORKS Career Center

529 N Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Let’s Build Your Future Together

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