We’re incredibly excited to let you know that from 1st August 2025, Strategic Development Network (SDN) and Mesma will formally merge to become the SDN Mesma Group, bringing together our complementary strengths across the further education, skills, and employment support sectors.
The merger combines our sector expertise and growing portfolio of work with central government, regional authorities, sector partners, employers and post-16 providers to design and deliver high-quality technical education, support services and employability provision.
The newly formed group will be positioned as a leading force to drive greater impact and innovation during a time of significant policy change. This merger marks a major milestone, coinciding with the launch of powerful new features on the Mesma software platform. These enhancements harness the latest advances in artificial intelligence to streamline internal performance diagnostics and quality improvement processes, delivering even greater value to customers.
The group will continue to operate under existing trading names, Strategic Development Network (SDN) and Mesma, providing continuity for clients while enabling deeper collaboration and innovation. The group will maintain bases in both the North and South of England, working in all four UK nations alongside a growing international client base.
Existing leaders from both businesses will oversee five-year growth plans, with a 12-month integration period already underway. Alongside the current team, the merger allows further capacity to create apprenticeships and T Level industry placements. In a joint statement, the board said, “Our companies have grown side by side for over a decade. The merger allows us to build a strong business for the future, together. We can combine our expertise and expand our reach while staying grounded in the values and relationships that matter most to us, our partners, and our clients.”
If you are an existing SDN client, there are no changes to existing relationships and contracts. If you have any queries, please contact the team at hello@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk
We’re looking forward to exploring what this next chapter means for you and our continued work together as the SDN Mesma Group.
If you’d like to talk to us about how we can support your goals, we’d love to hear from you.