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 businesses shone brightly at this year’s Suffolk and Norfolk Tourism Awards, which celebrate the organisations powering our visitor economy and helping showcase the very best our county has to offer.
From standout attractions to new destinations making their mark, Suffolk’s tourism sector continues to play a vital role in welcoming visitors, supporting local jobs, and championing the unique character of our county. A huge well done – and thank you – to all nominees and winners for the work they do to keep Suffolk firmly on the map.
This year’s Suffolk winners were:
Suffolk businesses also made a strong showing across the finalists’ list, with First Light Festival, The Brudenell Hotel, The Great House Restaurant & Hotel, Lavenham, The Crown & Castle, Orford, RSPB Minsmere, and Gladwins Farm all named as runners‑up.
Together, these businesses reflect the diversity, creativity, and excellence that make Suffolk such a special place to visit.
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