MENTA Celebrated at National Enterprise Network Awards 2026
Mid Anglia Enterprise Agency (MENTA) is proud to have been recognised at the National Enterprise Network (NEN) Awards 2026, a prestigious event celebrating organisations and individuals making a significant impact on entrepreneurs and communities across the UK.
Carol Daniels, Operations Director at the National Enterprise Network, praised this year’s winners and finalists, stating:
“The NEN Awards 2026 are a fantastic celebration of the people and organisations making a real difference to entrepreneurs and communities across the UK. The passion, innovation and commitment shown by this year’s winners and finalists is truly inspiring. It was a privilege to recognise their achievements and to celebrate the collective impact of our network.”
MENTA was recognised for its outstanding place-based approach to strengthening local economies across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex. For over 40 years, the organisation has played a pivotal role in building a connected enterprise ecosystem, working collaboratively with libraries, local authorities, education providers and innovation networks.
Through initiatives such as the Business & IP Centre Norfolk programme, MENTA has embedded accessible enterprise support directly within community spaces. This innovative approach has helped thousands of individuals start and grow businesses, removing traditional barriers to support and fostering inclusive entrepreneurship.
Commenting on the recognition, MENTA CEO Alex said:
“We’re incredibly proud to receive this recognition from the National Enterprise Network. It reflects the dedication of our team and the strength of our partnerships across the region. For over 40 years, our mission has been to make enterprise support accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location. This award reinforces the importance of working collaboratively within our communities to create opportunities, inspire ambition and support sustainable business growth.”
By combining strong local partnerships with accessible advice and forward-thinking programmes, MENTA continues to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs while supporting established businesses to thrive. This recognition highlights the organisation’s long-standing commitment to delivering meaningful economic and community impact.
