MENTA Celebrated at National Enterprise Network Awards 2026
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 […]
MENTA Supports Launch of County-Wide Programme Empowering Norfolk’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Business Start-up Programme Launch (26/27 March) A new county-wide programme designed to support the next generation of entrepreneurs and strengthen Norfolk’s business community will be officially launched this March at the National Enterprise Network Conference in Canary Wharf, London. In Norfolk, micro small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) account for over 99% of all businesses, yet […]
Start-up grant opens doors for West Suffolk entrepreneurs
Aspiring entrepreneurs and newly established businesses in West Suffolk are being given a major boost through a start-up grant initiative. Delivered in partnership by West Suffolk Council and MENTA, the grant scheme is designed to support businesses in their crucial early stages. Whether it is purchasing essential equipment, buying promotional material, or investing in tools […]
Skills for Success: Transforming Futures Through Skills, Confidence & Opportunity
Skills for Success: Transforming Futures Through Skills, Confidence & Opportunity A pioneering partnership between GLA Group and MENTA Business Support for Norfolk & Suffolk is already changing lives, as another cohort completes the Skills for Success programme—an initiative designed to upskill 18–24-year-olds who are furthest from the labour market. The three-week course equips young adults […]
In the Age of AI, Books Still Matter — and So Does Real Business Advice
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we live and work, there’s one thing that remains constant: the value of trusted knowledge. In a world of instant answers and unverified online advice, the humble book still holds a vital place in how we learn and grow. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, books remain a […]
MENTA to Host West Suffolk Business Festival Launch at The Apex on the 30th of September 2025
MENTA, the region’s award-winning business support organisation, will lead the West Suffolk Business Festival Launch on Tuesday 30th September 2025 at The Apex, Bury St Edmunds, from 09:30 to 15:00, in association with West Suffolk Council. This flagship event will bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, start-ups, students, and educators for a day of insight, […]
Enterprise Research Centre’s Roundtable event: Closing the Research Gap on Micro Businesses with 1-4 Employees
A Critical Step for UK Productivity and Economic Growth. MENTA’s CEO Alex Till presented at the Enterprise Research Centre’s roundtable event at the University of Warwick’s Business School’s campus at The Shard, London. Micro businesses employing between 1 and 4 people represent the most prevalent segment within the UK’s business landscape. These small-scale enterprises form […]
Consistent national and local support for micro and small businesses ‘critical’ to UK economic growth
MENTA CEO Alex Till is backing a call for the government to listen to a growing movement which has seen the UK’s key business support providers petition for a single initial point of contact to support businesses. Alex, who is also chair of the National Enterprise Network – the country’s leading provider of community-based business […]
MENTA’s enterprise and innovation wins national awards
MENTA proudly took centre stage at the 2024 National Enterprise Network (NEN) Awards, receiving recognition of its outstanding support for micro and small businesses in its communities and its innovative approach. Since their inception in 2007, the NEN Awards have recognised innovation, excellence, and the profound impact of enterprise support organisations on both local and […]
MENTA shortlisted for National Accolade
MENTA has been shortlisted for three of the top enterprise support awards in the country. It is in the final line-up for some of the key awards due to be announced at the National Enterprise Network’s Annual Conference on November 21st. The awards are: • Enterprise Support Organisation of the Year • Innovation in Enterprise […]