Sectors
All business sectors are important to the development of Norfolk’s economy. However, partners have identified seven sectors where intervention and the focus of our resources could make a strong, positive impact.

Chair - Sir Nicholas Bacon Coordinator - Michael Mack
Norfolk Rural Business Advice Service (NRBAS) provide independent support for rural businesses

Chair - Peter Wilson Coordinator - Richard Cox
Employment in the creative industries is 20% higher than average

Chair - Mark Goodall Coordinator - John Best
Action Plan World Class Energy video - YouTube
The Eastern Region is the second home of energy in the UK, after Aberdeen

Chair - Richard Bridgman Coordinator - Simon Coward
Action Plan World Class Engineering video - YouTube
Support for 1,494 businesses realised £1.4m in added value

Chair - Steve Davidson Coordinator - Marjorie Eade
Action Plan World Class Financial Services video - YouTube
One third of the Norwich workforce is employed in the financial industry sector

Chair - Prof David Scott Coordinator - Robin Daniels
World Class Science video - YouTube
Overall, it is anticipated that the Norwich Research Park will create approx 5,000 jobs by 2021

Chair - Michael Timewell Coordinator - Lydia Smith
Tourism in Norfolk generates around £2.5bn per annum















