De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has renewed and expanded its partnership with Leicester Business Voice (LBV) to strengthen support for the city’s business community.
The agreement builds on a long-standing relationship between the two organisations. It will see DMU’s Business Services team work closely with LBV to design joint events, share market insights, and connect local firms with the university’s research expertise and graduate talent.
Sue Tilley, Chair of LBV, said: “LBV understands the critical support that our local universities provide to the local business community, through access to research, technology and facilities; student and graduate talent; bespoke training and CPD; and collaborative projects like Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs).
“By strengthening our relationship with De Montfort University through this new agreement, we will be working collaboratively to create business-focused events for members, share intelligence and insights, and identify joint opportunities for LBV members.”
The partnership aims to help companies across Leicester and Leicestershire navigate challenges such as digital transformation, workforce development, and regional economic change. It will include joint projects and events developed through the Universities Partnership of Leicester, Loughborough, and DMU—an initiative that engages employers on strategic issues from skills shortages to sustainability.
By aligning LBV’s business network with DMU’s research and innovation resources, the collaboration seeks to create new opportunities for knowledge exchange and business growth. The university will also continue to work with LBV’s board and ambassadors to ensure business priorities are represented at the regional and national levels.
The partnership reaffirms DMU’s role as a key driver of local enterprise engagement, offering companies direct access to research, facilities, and innovation support through DMU Business Services.
