Invest in Cabarrus
Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is the lead economic development organization for Cabarrus County. We make a measurable impact on individuals and families through strategic partnerships that support local startups, existing businesses, and recruitment of new industry.
Our Priorities
- Entrepreneurial development
- Business retention and expansion
- Recruitment and new industry
- Workforce development
Target Industries
- Advanced manufacturing
- Life sciences
- Technology
- Business services
Investor Testimonial
Eli Lilly and Company
“About a year ago, Lilly announced our plans to build in Concord, NC. Since then, we have had a great experience becoming a part of Cabarrus County. I recently learned that Concord doesn’t have a Main Street; instead, the city has Union Street, which is fitting as Concord has a history of bringing people together and reflects our experience within the community today. The partnerships we have between public, private and non-profit sectors are all extremely positive. Leaders on both sides are excited to work together, and they do it very well. Concord is a great place to live and work, and Lilly strives to make communities where we live and work better places, and for a community like Concord, this isn’t hard to do.”
– Rebecca Hammel, Sr. Director HR, Concord Manufacturing Site
Fortius Capital Partners
“We know how invaluable the EDC is to our business, and we appreciate how you create value for our enterprise and the community where we live and work.”
– Harris Morrison, Founder and Managing Director
As an Investor in the EDC, You Will:
- Have a direct impact on our community’s efforts to build a more vibrant economy
- Support workforce development initiatives that strengthen our pipeline of skilled workers
- Have the opportunity to meet companies locating to or expanding in our community
- Interact with community leaders and stakeholders
Your Investment Includes:
- Quarterly meetings offering an overview of local economic development project activity, insights on industry trends and opportunities to network with the existing industry
- Opportunities to participate in Cabarrus Industrial events
- Representation on Cabarrus EDC website and in newsletters
- Access to conference and meeting rooms at the Cabarrus Center
- Priority referrals and introductions to companies in need of goods and services
Your Investment Matters
Investors allow our organization to be a high performing economic development organization that excels in recruitment, business retention and expansion, product development and workforce development. Our investors share a commitment to creating and promoting vibrant communities. Your investment is an investment in the economic health of our County.
In addition to stronger, more vibrant and sustainable communities, investors receive direct and in-direct benefits:
- Briefings on Emerging Projects and Trends: Gain early insight of upcoming projects in Cabarrus County as well as monthly project activity updates.
- Connect & Collaborate: Our investors have the opportunity to meet other local business leaders at our exclusive investor events, private tours and meet and greets. Investors also have a visible web presence on our website.
- Help Move Cabarrus County Forward: Investors allow us to be a high-level economic development organization that excels in recruitment, business retention and expansion, product development and workforce development.
I Want to Invest in Cabarrus County
Investors are asked to make a three-year commitment of at least $5,000 per year. To discuss your investment in the EDC, fill out an online interest form or mail in the form listed on our flyer.