# EDC Development Roundtable 2026 Full Presentation

Gaston County Economic Development Roundtable, held September 29, 2026, focused on manufacturing growth, business recruitment, workforce development, and partnerships among local government, the state, industry, and educational institutions. No motions, votes, public contract awards, or government purchasing decisions were reported. EDPNC described its company-recruitment work, including international and domestic outreach and trade-show participation, while Crow Holdings discussed its industrial development activity and partnership with Gaston County. Panelists highlighted the region’s manufacturing base, workforce, infrastructure, and business conditions as factors supporting investment.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Sources
- [EDC Development Roundtable 2026 Full Presentation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOokCGuEnqs) - Gaston County Government