About Iredell EDC 

Iredell County Economic Development Corporation is a public-private partnership that promotes economic growth and stability in our community by supporting the creation of new jobs and encouraging investment.  We accomplish this through our 6 Key Pillars:

Existing Industry Retention & Expansion
Workforce Development & Talent Attraction
Business Development
Product Development
Marketing & Communications
Community Development & Collaboration

Our History
In 2017, a strategic decision was made by community leaders to combine Mooresville-South Iredell Economic Development and Statesville Regional Development into one organization to serve all of Iredell County and its municipalities. As a result, our communities have benefited from shared
resources and collaboration through enhanced marketing, workforce development, and expanded program offerings in existing industry and small businesses services.

Core Services

Business Recruitment, Retention and Expansion

  • Existing Industry Surveys, Tours, and Support
  • Industry Leaders Councils
  • Small Business Ombudsmen
  • Project Management Business Expansion and Recruitment
  • Site Assessment and Product Development
  • Research services: community overview, building and site inventory, economic activity and trends

Marketing and Communications

  • PR, Media, and Invtation Support for New & Expanding Companies
  • Iredell Insights – Newsletter
  • Social and digital media
  • Marketing collateral and publications
  • Investor Reports
  • Stakeholder & Investor Meetings

Workforce Development & Talent

  • Iredell Ready
  • Workforce development support
  • Talent pipeline development support
  • Relocation support

Collaboration & Community Partnerships

  • Support and partner with organizations working to advance the success of key economic development priorities including infrastructure, workforce development, quality of life, and municipal priorities,
  • Support and partner with local, regional, and state economic development organizations to develop strategic priorities for business recruitment and retention.

Through business recruitment, expansion, redevelopment, and workforce development, we welcome new businesses with a likeminded approach to community as we enhance the quality of Business, Life, and Location in Iredell County. Together, we’ll achieve goals, grow, and prosper.