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Small Retail
& Services
Business

Empowering small retail & service businesses.

We are dedicated to helping small retail and service businesses thrive in a supportive and dynamic community.

With affordable spaces, access to local resources, and a growing customer base, it’s the ideal place to start or expand your business. Join a community where your business can truly flourish.

Local expertise and resources

Business Planning Guidance

On-going Project Support and check-ins

Problem-solving and resource navigation

Assistance to start or grow your business

Pre-meeting Consultation

Local Resources

Your first stop in Lincoln County

Your “First Stop” should be with our small business/entrepreneur Project Manager who is charged with the task of helping Start Your Business or Grow Your Business. Access to these services are provided at no charge to businesses seeking assistance through the financial support of The City of Lincolnton and Lincoln County to our 501c3 nonprofit organization.

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Tools for Businesses

Your partner for regional business success.

We offer a comprehensive suite of tools to support your business, including access to funding resources, workforce training, and expert guidance. Our goal is to simplify processes and provide the resources you need to grow and succeed.

Sites & Buildings

Space to grow in Lincoln County.

Lincoln County, North Carolina, offers versatile sites from small storefronts to 100-acre industrial spaces, all with affordable utilities. With retail, office, and Class-A manufacturing facilities available for sale or lease, businesses of all sizes can find the perfect place to grow.

Services

First Stop Anything Local

One-on One Pre-Meeting
Business Planning
Project Assistance
Periodic Check-ins
Solution Finding
Grow My Business

Resources

LEDA Website Access/Tools for Business
Business Plan/Financial Plan
Legal/Insurance Needs
Accounting Professionals
Contact/Connections
Local Sourcing

Location and Building Search

Available Buildings Listing
Online Brochures for Details
Building Knowledge - History
Building Owner Connections

City/County Processes

City and County Planning/Zoning
Permitting City/County Upfit
Permitting City/County Signage
Inspections City/County
Fire Marshal Compliance for COO

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cuttng

Arrange Date of Event
Provide Oversize Scissors/Ribbon
Prepared Agenda/Invite Officials
Social Media Marketing of Event
Invitations via Email

Our Proven Process

John Dancoff

Small Business Development Manager

Phone: 704-732-1511 ext. 2
Email: john@lincolneda.org

Explore Our Offerings 

Connect with our team to learn about available sites, workforce resources, and tailored incentives.

Plan Your Move 

Work closely with us to finalize site selection, permitting, and logistics.

Launch and Thrive

Settle into Lincoln County and enjoy ongoing support for your business growth.

Small Business Success

Marie and Brian Kenyon

Untapped Territory

Building Business Through Strong Community Connections

Lincoln County is a great place to be in business because of the sense of community. The loyalty and genuine gratitude the customers feel toward someone who invests in their town and county is very evident. Relationship business is still valued in Lincoln County. The customers are very responsive to services and businesses that have come as a result of the thriving economy.

Marie and Brian Kenyon

Untapped Territory

Monte Tyson

CBD East Main

Where Tradition Meets Opportunity

Main Street in Lincolnton is a great place to be in business. There is this small-town vibe, but the ideals are progressive, and yet the community is still able to hold onto strong roots in traditional values. It’s the kind of place where you want to raise a family, and you can build those relationships that are lasting.

Monte Tyson

CBD East Main

Bosch recognizes the strong support not just from the LEDA team, but also the local government, educators and local schools, and the extended manufacturing community through the Industrial Manager’s Association…

David Lee, Senior Leader

Robert Bosch Tool Company

Let’s Build Your Future Together

Choose Lincoln County, NC.

Small Business
Announcements

August 18, 2023