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What is NEEB Link?

NEEB Link is a high-impact, fully-funded business support programme designed to help eligible businesses start, grow and thrive. Building on the success of the 2025/26 programme, it combines expert advice, practical learning and digital innovation to deliver real, measurable results for businesses across North Essex.

NEEB Link

Who is NEEB Link for?

NEEB Link is for businesses or people based in the districts of: Chelmsford, Colchester, Braintree, Maldon, Tendring and Uttlesford.  Any size of business from any sector is welcome.

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Choose and book your NEEB Link events here

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Choose from

  • 12 expert-led 90-minute masterclasses
  • Personalised 1:1 advice sessions
  • Pop-in clinics in local communities
  • Access to a team of respected experts
  • Access to the NEEB App—your on-demand hub for resources, events and support

Powered by the NEEB App

At the heart of the programme is the brilliant NEEB App—connecting you to events, resources, opportunities and a growing business community, all in one place. For free.

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Built for Local Business

Designed around the realities of local and rural enterprises, NEEB Link offers flexible, hybrid delivery—online, in-person and on-demand—so you can access support in a way that works for you.

Delivered by Experts Who’ve Been There and Got the T Shirt

NEEB Link is designed and delivered by The Consortium (East) Ltd—a team of experienced business owners who understand the challenges of running and growing a business. Their hands-on, real-world expertise ensures practical, jargon-free support that delivers results. Read more here: https://the-consortium.uk.com/about-us/

Real Results

With a proven track record of success, NEEB Link has already supported 400+ businesses to innovate, grow and create jobs—helping you turn ambition into action.

Tailored to You

Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, you can choose your combination of events and support to meet your needs.  In addition, we’ll help you complete a personalised Growth Action Plan.  Whatever your growth plans are, NEEB Link gives you access to specialist support to move your business forward with confidence.


Case Studies

View Case Studies of businesses supported by this and other NEEB programmes

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