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

Dr. Jim Watson

Member-Vice Chair

1422 E Main St #301
Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Private Members

Chris Rhyne Financial Management

PO Box 917 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Clark Properties Inc

PO Box 9 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Cloninger – John L Cloninger, DDS,PA

640 Magnolia Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Cochrane – Individual

697 Heather Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Consolidated Electrical Distributors

1920 N Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Dedmond & Tallent Dentistry

1435 N Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Denver Construction

4501 N. Hwy 16 Business Denver North Carolina 28037

Drake Enterprises

109 N Park Lane Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Duke Energy

6551 Derby Lane Concord North Carolina 28207

Eaddy – Individual

207 Mockingbird Drive Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

ECS Carolina LLP

1812 Center Park Drive, Ste D Charlotte North Carolina 28217

Edward Jones

115 E Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

EnergyUnited

18019 Old Statesville Rd Cornelius North Carolina 28031

Express Employment Professionals

543 Cox Road Suite A Gastonia North Carolina 28054

First Citizens Bank

PO Box 309 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093-0309

First Federal Savings Bank

320 E Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Cosette Pharmaceuticals

1877 Kawai Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm

6100 Fairfield Road, Ste 200 Charlotte North Carolina 28210

Gaston College Dallas Campus

201 Hwy 321 South Dallas North Carolina 28034

Gilleland Realty, Inc

341 E Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Our Partners & Investors

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