East Midlands Development Agency (emda) is one of nine Regional Development Agencies in England, set up in 1999 to bring a regional focus to economic development. Our primary goal is to increase the economic growth of the region while reducing disparities between the East Midlands and other English regions.
Our key role is to be the strategic driver of sustainable economic development. We work in partnership with public, private and voluntary organisations to deliver the goals of the Regional Economic Strategy, which we produce on behalf of the region — which is why we are the catalyst for change in the East Midlands.
Our shared vision is that by 2020 the East Midlands will be a flourishing region. A region made up of growing and innovative businesses. A region where skilled people are employed in good quality jobs. A region where we all feel part of healthy, inclusive communities and live in thriving, attractive places. www.emda.org.uk