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Helena Young
Deputy Editor
Helena is Deputy Editor at Startups. She oversees all news and supporting content on Startups, and is also the author of the weekly Startups email newsletter, delivering must-know SME updates straight to their inbox.
From interviewing Wetherspoon's boss Tim Martin to spotting data-led working from home trends, her insight has been featured by major trade publications including the ICAEW, and news outlets like the BBC, ITV News, Daily Express, and HuffPost UK.
With a background in PR and marketing, Helena is particularly passionate about giving early-stage startups a platform to boost their brands. That's one reason she manages the Startups 100 Index, our annual ranking of new UK businesses.
Author Posts
Zero fees: is it time to log in to your old eBay account?
October 1, 2024 | 3 min read
New tipping law begins: will your tip now go to staff?
September 30, 2024 | 3 min read
6 countries that have “gone too far” with their maternity leave
September 30, 2024 | 4 min read
Innovate UK CEO finally speaks out following female founder row
September 27, 2024 | 3 min read
92 FREE business networking events in October you need to know about
September 27, 2024 | 13 min read
Your boss can now track how happy you are in meetings
September 23, 2024 | 3 min read
Dragons’ Den Series One: where are they now?
September 17, 2024 | 5 min read
Why do shops sell mince pies in September?
September 16, 2024 | 3 min read
What do TV shows get horribly wrong about offices?
September 16, 2024 | 4 min read
Wackiest employee benefits from around the world
September 12, 2024 | 5 min read
Stitch-up or sew right? In defence of ASOS’ £3.95 return fee
September 11, 2024 | 4 min read
Broke Gen Zers are dining out more than ever
September 11, 2024 | 3 min read
We had a wet summer — now arctic blast means more tough trading
September 10, 2024 | 3 min read
British produce annihilates profits, claims Clarkson
September 9, 2024 | 3 min read
The Body Shop rescue: who owns the beauty chain now?
September 9, 2024 | 3 min read
I'm a CEO — here’s why I won't ask staff to return to the office
September 8, 2024 | 4 min read