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

M Conley Company

3070 Gastonia Hwy Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Mansour Edlin Consulting

1200 E Morehead St Suite 275 Charlotte North Carolina 28204

McMurray Fabrics

1140 N Flint Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Modacom, Inc

3762 Deer Run Denver North Carolina 28037

Hood Container

1880 Riverview Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Patton – Individual

1900 Smith Farm Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Peoples Bank

1910 East Main Street Lincolnton NC 28092

Phillips – Individual

8109 Windsong Road Denver North Carolina 28037

Piedmont Companies

PO Box 1732 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093-1732

Piedmont Natural Gas

PO Box 1149 Hickory North Carolina 28603

Rhyne Financial

PO Box 615 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093

Rutherford EMC

PO Box 127 Cherryville North Carolina 28021

S.C. Hondros & Associates. Inc.

PO Box 220456 Charlotte North Carolina 28222

SEACORP

514 N Academy Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Setzer – Individual

2152 Buffalo Shoals Road Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Harrison & Associates CPA PA

PO Box 782 Lincolnton North Carolina 28093-0782

Simpson – Individual

529 N Aspen Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Spantek

352 N Generals Blvd Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Paul Parker State Farm

1203 East Main Street Lincolnton North Carolina 28092

Steele Rubber Products, Inc

6180 Hwy 150 East Denver North Carolina 28037

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