Sponsored by the North Essex Economic Board (NEEB), and its member councils Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester, Epping Forest, Harlow, Maldon, Tendring, and Uttlesford, the event was a fantastic example of how North Essex Councils are working together to support and develop opportunities for Businesses and entrepreneurs across the region.

Business support organisations Let’s Do Business Group, The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and Colbea were in attendance, along with members of Chelmsford, Maldon, Braintree, Tendring, and Uttlesford Councils talking to both stand holders and visitors, demonstrating the support available to businesses looking to start and grow, and highlighting the future investment that is to come over the coming months.

NEEB also created an excellent opportunity for businesses to promote themselves by fully funding 16 stands at the event! Given out on a first come, first served basis, NEEB were delighted to be able to provide a foot through the door for businesses who may not have experienced business exhibitions before.

Businesses who received these fully funded stands included, Filcare Ltd, Teaching Therapies, Mantle, Colchester Children’s Counciling, Constellation Marketing, Kat Marketing, Stort Valley Gifting, Temprd Chocolate, Uniform 7, Lifehouse Spa and Hotel, Verity Bell and Stagefrights Murder Mysteries.

The event attracted more than 1,000 visitors, creating an energetic and vibrant atmosphere. It was a great opportunity to discover local businesses, make valuable connections, and see the diverse offerings from entrepreneurs and companies in the region. The expo was not only informative but also a powerful platform for local business growth and collaboration.

“The North Essex Economic Board supports new and existing businesses to grow as well as develop their marketing, to ensure their ongoing success. We are particularly focused in ensuring we nurture the business leaders of the future which is why we have developed a specific young entrepreneur’s programme. We want to ensure that we can provide a valuable support to all businesses across North Essex, no matter their age or size.”

North Essex Economic Board Vice Chairman Councillor Cllr Lee Scott