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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

Perk up: Why having a hybrid work policy is so important and how SMEs can get involved

November 28, 2023 | 6 min read
freelancer woman working remotely in cafe Perk up: Why having a hybrid work policy is so important and how SMEs can get involved

Shopify teams up with Google to help UK consumers shop local in major platform update

June 22, 2022 | 2 min read
Shopify Shopify teams up with Google to help UK consumers shop local in major platform update

Cost-of-working crisis: SMEs say suppliers are still blaming the pandemic for poor customer service

June 21, 2022 | 4 min read
CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPPLIER WAREHOUSE DELIVERY Cost-of-working crisis: SMEs say suppliers are still blaming the pandemic for poor customer service

Rail strikes: what if my employees can’t make it into work?

June 22, 2022 | 3 min read
heavy traffic jam next to bus lane in england uk Rail strikes: what if my employees can’t make it into work?

The Ultimate Glossary of Business Terms for Entrepreneurs

August 9, 2022 | 8 min read
small business glossary jargon The Ultimate Glossary of Business Terms for Entrepreneurs

China’s COVID-19 restrictions are causing havoc for online retailers

July 7, 2022 | 6 min read
China lockdown dropshipping China’s COVID-19 restrictions are causing havoc for online retailers

Signed, sealed, and undelivered: 90% of shoppers admit to abandoning an online purchase

June 9, 2022 | 2 min read
shopping cart Signed, sealed, and undelivered: 90% of shoppers admit to abandoning an online purchase

Small businesses hail Platinum Jubilee weekend for ‘much-needed positivity’ boost

June 8, 2022 | 4 min read
British Union Jack flag triangular hanging in preparation for a street party. Festive decorations of Union Jack bunting. Small businesses hail Platinum Jubilee weekend for ‘much-needed positivity’ boost

Top 7 free project plan templates for small businesses

August 14, 2023 | 10 min read
Project management Top 7 free project plan templates for small businesses

Hospitality crisis as a third of consumers cut back on bar and restaurant spending

June 7, 2022 | 3 min read
waitress hospitality Hospitality crisis as a third of consumers cut back on bar and restaurant spending

5 free competitor analysis templates for small businesses

June 6, 2023 | 9 min read
A team work in a meeting room 5 free competitor analysis templates for small businesses

What do small business owners want from Boris Johnson's successor?

May 23, 2022 | 5 min read
houses of parliament westminster government What do small business owners want from Boris Johnson's successor?

Salad days are over: ‘Lunchflation’ figures show big price hikes for UK restaurants

May 20, 2022 | 2 min read
Wooden cafe counter with blackboard menu behind Salad days are over: ‘Lunchflation’ figures show big price hikes for UK restaurants

Amazon and Google are clamping down on fake customer reviews: Why should you care?

July 28, 2023 | 5 min read
five star rating customer review testimonial Amazon and Google are clamping down on fake customer reviews: Why should you care?

Inflation hits 9%: how can your small business budget for rising fuel and energy costs?

December 18, 2023 | 6 min read
Inflation hits 9%: how can your small business budget for rising fuel and energy costs?

National Vegetarian Week: Top 5 sustainable food startups

February 5, 2025 | 4 min read
National Vegetarian Week: Top 5 sustainable food startups

Youth is wasted on the startup: average age of a new business owner revealed

May 17, 2022 | 2 min read
birthday average age startup owner Youth is wasted on the startup: average age of a new business owner revealed

The pros, and the cons, of taking your business fully remote

February 9, 2024 | 7 min read
Remote vs office working The pros, and the cons, of taking your business fully remote

Switching payroll companies checklist: what to do

August 12, 2022 | 7 min read
payroll being calculated Switching payroll companies checklist: what to do

Cost of living crisis: How to save money in the face of rising inflation

November 14, 2023 | 5 min read
bank notes inflation cost of living Cost of living crisis: How to save money in the face of rising inflation
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