Economic Opportunity

Caldwell 20/20 has launched a very ambitious program to increase economic opportunity. It is more than an exercise in capacity building; it is a holistic approach to economic and community development. Effectively implemented, it could position Caldwell County as a leader in progressive community development. 

 

Continuing with the strategy’s four core visions and 20 initial objectives...

 

VISION & OBJECTIVES

 

Vision: A diverse set of strategies will ensure that Caldwell County’s economy provides high-quality, well paying careers for generations of local adults.

 

Objective 6: Formalize a Caldwell County Business Council with representation from the community’s largest employers from all sectors.

Objective 7: Optimize the impact of key local opportunities.

Objective 8: Enhance business retention and expansion efforts in Caldwell County.

Objective 9: Ensure that efforts to develop a “culture” of entrepreneurship in Caldwell County are effective.

Objective 10: Provide competitive local infrastructure and incentives for economic growth.

Objective 11: Work to better leverage regional opportunities.

 

Industrial and Manufacturing opportunities are the focus of the Caldwell Economic Development Commission (EDC). Caldwell 20/20 is an active participant on the Caldwell EDC and offers a supportive role to the commission. Visit the EDC's website for more information.

 

Commercial Retail Space/Property Inventories

Business development throughout the county is a priority for 20/20. Currently 20/20 is building inventories (in pdf format) for the largest Caldwell municipalities along Highway 321. Select the municipality for the most current inventory of space/properties available in that town.  

Lenoir  |  Hudson (call for info)  |  Granite Falls (call for info)

 

A current list of retail/service businesses within Lenoir, Hudson and Granite Falls is being prepared. Select the municipality for the most current listing (pdf format) of retail/service businesses.

Lenoir  |  Hudson (coming soon) |  Granite Falls (coming soon)