1. Background Humber LEP approved 8 June 2011 One of 39 LEPs in England Area: Hull, East Riding, North Lincolnshire & North East Lincolnshire Purpose is to lead Economic Growth/facilitate partner engagement Humber LEP Structure Business-led Main board of 18 provides leadership and direction chaired by Lord Haskins of Skidby: three supporting boards Hull City Council are lead authority (financial processes) The Humber Local Enterprise Partnership strengthening links with schools and providers

2. Humber overview ChallengesOpportunities Skills and EmployabilityNew funding opportunities Improvement of CEIAG Business growth and survival New growth sectors Development land Business support frameworks Growth Hub developments Awareness of the Humber potential The Energy Estuary Leadership and collaboration New ways of working Enthusiasm and support for local agenda

3. “ Now the real challenge starts, which is making sure we get the maximum amount of the supply chain industry together in Hull and the Humber ” David Cameron Prime Minister

4. Employment and skills strategy vision: ‘To deliver an appropriately skilled, motivated and productive workforce to drive economic growth and sustainability for the Humber region. Utilising our diverse assets of people, place and products and recognising our unique potential in the Estuary and its ability to act as a catalyst in regeneration and innovation.’ Strategic priorities S1To raise employer commitment and investment in skills at all levels. S2To foster an inclusive, LEP-wide approach with all key stakeholders. S3To influence provision to better meet local economic need. S4To improve the quality, accessibility and dissemination of labour market information and careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG), empowering employers and local people to make informed choices. S5To support people in finding and sustaining employment, in progressing at work and/or setting up their own enterprises. S6To maximise the use of funding, including capital, to develop excellent learning environments and facilities, leading to a more highly skilled current and future workforce. S7To extend residents aspirations to gain higher level academic and vocational skills, including progression to Higher Education. Key Activities for the Employment and Skills Board

5. School and provider engagement Representation on LEP and Employment and Skills Boards Employment and Skills Strategy, implementation plan and delivery City Deal: capital funding for skills, Humber Apprenticeship Support Service Skills Network Employer engagement in Charter, Passport framework validation, sector groups Leading on a number of initiatives to deliver LEP objectives

6. ESB current Work

7. Humber LEP Contacts Website: www.humberlep.co.ukwww.humberlep.co.uk Twitter: @humberlep Email: t.chalmers@humberlep.orgt.chalmers@humberlep.org Telephone: 01482 485260