East Midlands Chamber has entered into a strategic partnership with Nottingham Trent University (NTU), one of the UK’s largest and most successful universities. With more than 36,000 students, NTU will contribute valuable insights into shaping policy for the East Midlands business community. As part of the agreement, the university will also collaborate with Generation Next, a Chamber initiative designed to inspire young professionals and entrepreneurs in the 18-35 age bracket.
NTU has a strong track record of supporting students and graduates in launching businesses, with over 500 new companies established since 2001, and a notable 85% survival rate after three years. The partnership will strengthen the connection between academia and industry, ensuring that both sectors can work together to drive regional growth.
The university’s recent accolades include being named ‘University of the Year’ five times in six years and ranking first for employability in 2025. It is also recognised as the most sustainable UK university and second globally in the UI Green Metric University World Rankings for 2024.
This collaboration will provide both the Chamber and NTU with a platform to address shared challenges, create opportunities, and foster the next generation of talent and leadership in the East Midlands.
