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Competing to Win: turning regional ambition into delivery
17 September 2026
Yesterday, Leicestershire Business Voice Chair Sue Tilley attended the Competing to Win Economic Summit, joining leaders from business, universities, local government and the voluntary sector to consider the economic future of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. (more…)
Supporting local innovation opportunities at Innovate UK roundtable
17 September 2026
LBV recently participated in a strategic roundtable at Loughborough University, hosted by Innovate UK, exploring how combined authorities, universities and industry can work together more effectively to translate the new UKRI strategy into stronger innovation-led growth across the Midlands. (more…)
UK design overtakes retail as a major economic force and Leicester and Leicestershire are part of it
17 September 2026
By Mark Robinson, LBV Director, and founding Partner and Managing Director of Creative62 (more…)
DMU helps businesses build lasting connections through LBV partnership
26 August 2026
A partnership with Leicestershire Business Voice (LBV) is providing businesses working with De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) with the opportunity to expand their networks and unlock new opportunities.
Coalition launched to help accelerate Devolution for Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland
4 August 2026
- Campaign backed by business, education, VCSE and MPs
- Aim to drive forward devolution agenda and secure fairer deal for LLR
- Data shows growing gaps in funding between devolved and non-devolved regions
