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The North Essex Economic Board is a partnership of councils across mid- and North Essex, we are working together to make the area more prosperous for all. Each has contributed funding to support the initiatives we run.

North Essex Economic Board

As a group we are…

Funding a number of projects across three broad areas to drive forward economic growth.

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Improving the skills our residents have

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North Essex Economic Board

Developing economic strategy; to increase inward investment

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Read more about Fast Track Challenge Awards: Celebrating Young Entrepreneurs Across North Essex
Earniversity Fast Track Challenge Awards

Fast Track Challenge Awards: Celebrating Young Entrepreneurs Across North Essex

NEEB, in partnership with Earniversity, is proud to share the success of the Earniversity Fast Track Challenge, which concluded in May 2025 after an inspiring six-week programme aimed at empowering young people across North Essex.

Read more about Backing the Search for the UK’s Best Young Market Trader
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Backing the Search for the UK’s Best Young Market Trader

The search is on for the UK’s brightest young entrepreneurs as the Young Traders Market (YTM) campaign returns for 2025 and this year, the North Essex Economic Board (NEEB) is proud to play a central role in supporting the initiative through its fully funded Young Entrepreneurs Programme.

Read more about Young Entrepreneurs inspired at Networking Event in Braintree
Young Entrepreneur Networking Event 21/5/25
Young Entrepreneurs inspired at Networking Event in Braintree

The energy was electric yesterday (21/5/25) at the Braintree Plaza, Enterprise and Innovation Centre, as young entrepreneurs aged 16 to 30 gathered for a dynamic morning of inspiration, connection, and opportunity at the Young Entrepreneur Networking Event.

Read more about North Essex: The Emerging Hub for Startups and Entrepreneurs
Hub for Entrepreneurs, showcasing how North Essex is supporting Start ups and young entrepreneurs
North Essex: The Emerging Hub for Startups and Entrepreneurs

In recent years, North Essex has quietly transformed into a thriving hotspot for startups and budding entrepreneurs to start making their impact on the community.

Who is involved?

NEEB is made up of Braintree, Maldon, Tendring, Uttlesford and Epping Forest district councils, Colchester and Chelmsford city councils, and Essex County Council.

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