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The Suffolk Business Board was established in May 2024 following the integration of New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership functions into Suffolk County Council. It comprises representatives from business, education, the voluntary sector and local government.

Business Board members:
Chair: Mark Pendlington
Deputy Chair: Cllr Matthew Hicks, Suffolk County Council

Doug Field, East of England Co-Op
Oliver Paul, Suffolk Food Hall
Lisa Perkins, Tech East
Peter Brady, Orbital Global
Kelly Boosey, Oxford Innovation
Leanne Gittins, LME Recruitment
John Dugmore, Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
Tom Ball, Ipswich Town Football Club
Hannah Bloom, Suffolk Community Foundation
Paul Ager, Associated British Ports
Marek Hornak, University of Suffolk
Nikos Savvas, Eastern Education Group
Cllr Richard Smith MVO, Suffolk County Council
Cllr Andy Mellen, Mid Suffolk District Council
Cllr Neil MacDonald, Ipswich Borough Council

Suffolk Business Ambassadors: Championing our county

This programme is an initiative led by the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and delivered in partnership with Suffolk Economy. 

Suffolk Business Ambassadors are passionate advocates for our county. They help promote Suffolk as a great place to live, work and invest, using their experience, insight and networks to support economic growth and strengthen our communities. 

Ambassadors play an important role in raising Suffolk’s profile, sharing opportunities, and celebrating the businesses and people that make the county distinctive. 

 

Who are the Suffolk Business Ambassadors? 

Our ambassadors come from a wide range of sectors, including tourism, technology, manufacturing, education and professional services. What they share is a commitment to Suffolk’s success and a willingness to champion the county within their own networks. 

 

How do they support Suffolk’s Economic Strategy? 

The programme brings together business leaders and influencers who care about Suffolk’s long-term prosperity. Ambassadors help showcase opportunities, attract investment, support collaboration, and promote the strengths that set Suffolk apart. 

 

Get involved 

To find out more about the Suffolk Business Ambassadors programme, please contact events@suffolkchamber.co.uk 

 

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