Unparalleled Partners in Your Growth

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

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.

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

Cliff Brumfield

Executive Director

John Dancoff

Existing Industry Manager and Small Business Development Manager

Kara Brown

Business Development Manager

Kristy Berkland

Office & Information Manager

Board members

Cliff Brumfield

Staff-Officer-Sec

502 E Main St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Dr. Aaron Allen

Ex-Officio

PO Box 400
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Dr. Jonathan Bryant

Ex-Officio

7834 Galway Ln
Denver North Carolina 28037

Dr. John Hauser

Ex-Officio

201 Hwy 321 S
Dallas North Carolina 28034

Ritchie Haynes

Ex-Officio – City Manager

PO Drawer 617
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Davin Madden

Ex-Officio – County Manager

115 W. Main St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Tony Simpson

Ex-Officio – Dept. of Employment Security

529 N Aspen St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Jennifer Weber

Ex-Officio

PO Box 1617
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Jamie Linebeger

Member-Board of Commissioners Chair

1550 Laudun Drive,
Lincolnton NC 28092

Ed Hatley

Member – Mayor City of Lincolnton

114 W Sycamore St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Myra Heavner

Member-Treasurer

514 N. Academy St.
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Henk Jan Van Ettekoven

Member

1009 Airlie Pkwy
Denver North Carolina 28037

David Lee

Member- Chair

1980 Indian Creek Rd
Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Marty Paris

Member

311 Mozt Ave #F
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Brent Reynolds

Member

115 E Main St
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Dr. Jim Watson

Member-Vice Chair

1422 E Main St #301
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Private Members

Abernethy Chevrolet

1445 E Main Street PO Box 69 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Active Concepts

107 Technology Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Advanced Family Eye Care

7547 Waterside Loop Suite A Denver North Carolina 28037

Allen Tate Corporate

6700 Fairview Road Charlotte North Carolina 28210

American Tire Ditributors

3099 Finger Mill Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Apple Realty

513 E Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

American Woodmark Corp (RSI)

838 Lincoln County Parkway Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Aptar

3300 Finger Mill Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Atrium Health Lincoln

PO Box 677 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093-0677

Austin Orthodontics

701 S Laurel Street Ste 1 Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Barrett Business Services

100 N Main St Ste. 210 Belmont North Carolina 28012

Beam – Individual

1100 General Hoke Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Blum, Inc

7733 Old Plank Road Stanley North Carolina 28164

Bosch

1980 Indian Creek Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Calico Coatings

PO Box 901 Denver North Carolina 28037

Carolina Eye Care

231 N Generals Blvd Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Carolina Federal Credit Union

1200 E Church Street Cherryville North Carolina 28021

Carolina Roller & Supply Co Inc

214 N. Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Cataler North America

2002 Cataler Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Catawba Truck Rental

PO Box 339 Claremont North Carolina 28610

Supportive Partners

Supporters Driving Business Growth

Centralina Regional Council

PO Box 38008 Charlotte North Carolina 28235

Charlotte Regional Business Alliance

330 South Tryon Street Charlotte North Carolina 28202

Gaston College

201 Hwy 321 South Dallas North Carolina 28034

Gaston College – Lincoln Campus

511 South Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Industrial Managers Association

502 East Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Lincoln Small Business & Entrepreneurs

502 East Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

NC Department of Transporation

PO Box 47 Shelby North Carolina 28151

NCWORKS Career Center

529 N Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Let’s Build Your Future Together

Choose Lincoln County, NC.

In the News

September 5, 2024

LEDA Excellence Award ~ 2024 Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kara Brown Lincoln Economic Development Association Receives 2024 Excellence

May 6, 2024

Press Release ~ North Carolina’s Success in the Clean Energy Economy Continues with 545 New Jobs Coming to Lincoln County Global battery component company will invest $140 million for first U.S. plant

Green New Energy Materials, Inc., an experienced manufacturer of a key component used

December 14, 2023

Lincoln County’s 2023 economic successes: $231 M surge in investments, 604 new jobs

Lincoln County experienced a transformative period in 2023, witnessing an impressive $231 million