Caldwell County Economic Development

05/22/2026

Caldwell County Economic Development team joined staff from several county departments yesterday for the Employee Roadside Clean-Up Day. We’re grateful for the opportunity to work together and help keep Caldwell County a cleaner, better place for everyone! 🌿💙

05/20/2026

North Carolina expects 260,000+ new jobs by 2034. Growth varies by sector and location, with projections across 16 labor markets aligned with the state’s eight Prosperity Zones and their local sub-regions.

This blog is part of a three-part series on North Carolina’s employment outlook. In Part 1, we explored statewide job trends. This second installment looks at…

05/14/2026

Check out the latest housing market report highlighting the key trends and market shifts shaping the housing landscape for April 2026! 🏡

05/13/2026

At this year’s Industry Appreciation Banquet, local leaders, businesses, and partners were recognized for their contributions to economic growth, community advancement, and workforce development. https://www.caldwellcountync.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/258

05/11/2026

📣 Calling All Employers!

We are gearing up for Beyond the Bell, a special networking event connecting local employers with talented school system retirees ready for their next chapter.

📅 Save the Date: August 4, 2026 | 4–6 PM
📍 Caldwell County Commerce Center, Lenoir, NC

If your organization is interested in participating and meeting experienced, skilled candidates, we’d love to have you!

👉 Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

Let’s build connections beyond the bell! 🔔💼

05/08/2026

Economic Development Week Spotlight: Our Economic Development Team 🌟

As we celebrate IEDC’s 100 years of economic development, we’re proud to highlight the dedicated professionals powering progress in Caldwell County.

Behind every new job, every business expansion, and every strategic partnership is a team committed to innovation, resilience, and building long-term opportunity for our community.

From fostering strong relationships with local employers to supporting transformative projects that shape our region’s future, our Economic Development staff plays a vital role in ensuring Caldwell County continues to grow, adapt, and thrive.

👏 Join us in recognizing and thanking our Economic Development team for their leadership, passion, and the lasting impact they create every day. Their work helps write the next chapter of economic prosperity for all who call Caldwell County home.

05/08/2026

🏛️ Economic Development Week Spotlight: Caldwell County Board of Commissioners 🏛️

As we celebrate IEDC’s 100 years of economic development, we’re proud to highlight the Caldwell County Board of Commissioners for their leadership in shaping our community’s path forward.

For a century, economic development has been built on strong partnerships and our Commissioners continue that legacy through strategic investment, infrastructure planning, and support for workforce initiatives that prepare Caldwell County for the next generation of growth.

📸 Pictured left to right: Patrick Starnes, Vice Chairman Mike LaBrose, Chairman Randy Church, Donnie Potter, Jeff Branch

🙏 We appreciate their dedication and the critical role they play in fostering opportunity, resilience, and long-term prosperity for Caldwell County.

05/08/2026

🌟 Economic Development Week Spotlight 🌟

This year, as we celebrate 100 years of economic development through IEDC’s centennial, we’re recognizing the leaders helping shape the next century of growth right here in Caldwell County.

👤 Today’s Spotlight: Jason Wingate
As a member of our Economic Development Advisory Committee, Jason plays a key role in guiding strategic priorities, supporting job creation, and encouraging innovative partnerships. His leadership helps ensure our community continues building on a century of progress.

👏 Join us in thanking Jason for helping strengthen Caldwell County’s economic future.

05/08/2026

🌟 Economic Development Week Spotlight 🌟

This year, as we celebrate 100 years of economic development through IEDC’s centennial, we’re recognizing the leaders helping shape the next century of growth right here in Caldwell County.

👤 Today’s Spotlight: Chase Winebarger
As a member of our Economic Development Advisory Committee, Chase plays a key role in guiding strategic priorities, supporting job creation, and encouraging innovative partnerships. His leadership helps ensure our community continues building on a century of progress.

👏 Join us in thanking Chase for helping strengthen Caldwell County’s economic future.