Robert J. Carney Jr., the new executive director of the Cabarrus County Economic Development Corp., will meet Cabarrus County leaders and members of the business community at a social event Thursday, Aug. 18.

Carney joined the EDC on Aug. 1, taking over from acting President and CEO Terry Crawford. He had previously served as executive director of the Mooresville-South Iredell Economic Development Corp. since 2010.

“The EDC started an extensive search for new leadership late last year,” said Scott Lampe, chairman of the board of the Cabarrus EDC. “Being familiar with our region and Cabarrus County, Robby will be a great asset to our organization.”

The social event, which will feature light hors d’oeuvres, will take place from 4-6 pm in the Fairway Room at the Embassy Suites in Concord.