Ignite Enterprise, Inspire Change

Ignite Enterprise, Inspire Change

This year’s theme reflects the ambition and energy driving the sector forward.
We’ll explore how enterprise support can spark innovation, embrace digital transformation, and empower communities to lead change from the ground up.

Hosted in partnership with Barclays at their iconic Canary Wharf headquarters, this flagship event will showcase the people and organisations igniting innovation and inspiring real change across communities, industries and regions.

The NEN Annual Conference and Awards has been a cornerstone of the UK’s enterprise landscape for over 25 years. Each year it attracts:

• Chief Executives and Senior Leaders from enterprise agencies and support organisations
• Policymakers, funders, and government representatives
• Innovators from across education, finance, and community enterprise
• Key influencers from local authorities, growth hubs and the wider enterprise ecosystem

Expect a day packed with insight, innovation and inspiration — featuring keynote speakers, interactive breakout sessions and the prestigious NEN Awards ceremony.

Join us as we shine a spotlight on the people, programmes and partnerships lighting the way for a more dynamic, inclusive and resilient enterprise future.