The East Midlands Enterprise Foundation (EMEF) is a collaborative initiative that connects businesses, educational institutions, local authorities and community organisations to accelerate regional development. By aligning partners around a shared vision, EMEF creates practical, action-led programmes that support economic growth, skills development and social impact.

The organisation focuses on defining clear purpose, inspiring hope and delivering measurable outcomes that benefit people and places across the East Midlands. Through partnerships, innovation and strategic leadership, EMEF helps unlock opportunities, strengthen local economies and build a more resilient, inclusive and forward-looking regional ecosystem for long-term success for sustainable future growth across all communities.