Business View Magazine Feature on Gaston County
Be sure to check out the Gaston County highlight in January edition of Business View Magazine.
Learn MoreNorth Carolina Officials Applaud the Start of $35 Million Project by WinnDevelopment to Transform a Historic Mill into Affordable Apartments
Adaptive Reuse Effort Will Create 139 Units in Mill Built by Founder of Bessemer City, NC
Learn MoreCharlotte Region’s strong employment growth outpacing the nation
The Charlotte Region continues to see strong employment numbers across the board. As of December 2022, the Charlotte Region saw year-over-year employment growth of 4.6%. That growth outpaces North Carolina (4.0%), South Carolina (3.3%), and the United States (2.9%).
Learn MoreNorth Carolina named 2022 State of the Year
North Carolina has been named Business Facilities’ 2022 State of the Year, marking the second time the state is recognized for this top honor from the publication. The Tar Heel State was recognized previously by Business Facilities as its 2020 State of the Year.
Learn MoreNewell Brands announces $135M investment at Gateway 85 in Gaston County

Newell Brands has signed a lease at Gateway 85 Business Park in Gaston County. Newell will occupy 1.5 million square feet for warehouse and product distribution for several of the company’s businesses including brands like Rubbermaid®, Mr. Coffee®, Oster®, Calphalon® and Sunbeam®. The company, along with NorthPoint Development, is making a total investment of $135 million.
Learn MoreNorth and South Carolina Ranked Best States for Manufacturing

Charlotte Business Journal Reveals Power 100: Key Leaders Who Are Driving the Charlotte Area's Growth
CBJ's Power 100 highlights the leaders who are driving the Charlotte area's growth into its next stage. Gaston County EDC's Executive Director, Donny Hicks, makes the Power 100 list.
Learn MoreGaston County Manufacturing Week

The 2022 Gaston County Manufacturing Week Schedule has been released! Don't miss out on our week-long schedule of events.
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