The East Midlands Chamber and the University of Derby have formalised a new strategic partnership focused on supporting entrepreneurship and high-growth business activity across Derby and Derbyshire.
The agreement deepens their long-standing collaboration, expanding into areas such as decarbonisation initiatives, innovation development, and joint applications for public sector business support. A key element will be designing and delivering funded programmes tailored to local businesses aiming to scale.
The University remains the headline partner of Generation Next, a Chamber-led initiative aimed at professional development for individuals aged 18–35, reinforcing its role in building the region’s future talent pipeline.
This partnership also supports broader regional objectives through involvement in Chesterfield Champions, a collective of over 230 organisations committed to promoting Chesterfield and North Derbyshire’s economic development.
