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

Zettle vs Square: which is better for taking payments?

Close up of a mobile phone tapping a card reader to make payment in a shop Zettle vs Square: which is better for taking payments?

How to start an ecommerce business

How to start an ecommerce business

How to start a takeaway business from home

How to start a takeaway business from home

A guide to payroll: how to pay your employees right

waiting for pay day A guide to payroll: how to pay your employees right

Small business gas suppliers and prices

switch business energy supplier Small business gas suppliers and prices

Everything you need to know about WeWork: is it right for your business?

WeWork Everything you need to know about WeWork: is it right for your business?

Cheap London coworking spaces: top five budget options for SMEs right now

Cheap London coworking spaces: top five budget options for SMEs right now

10 Best UK Cities for Work in 2022

uk best cities work 10 Best UK Cities for Work in 2022

What is a serviced office and should you lease one in 2023?

What is a serviced office and should you lease one in 2023?

Statutory maternity pay – employee rights and employer obligations

Statutory maternity pay – employee rights and employer obligations

How to start a clothing line

Fashion designer running a clothing line How to start a clothing line

The 5 best HR software systems for small businesses in 2026

what hr consulting firms do The 5 best HR software systems for small businesses in 2026

A complete guide to HR outsourcing costs

A person holds up a calculator in front of a laptop displaying a spreadsheet A complete guide to HR outsourcing costs

The 7 best HR consulting firms for small businesses and startups

hr consultancy uk The 7 best HR consulting firms for small businesses and startups

The top coworking spaces in Manchester, from amazing to affordable

WeWork Spinningfields Manchester (1) The top coworking spaces in Manchester, from amazing to affordable

Top 9 most exciting coworking spaces in Birmingham

best coworking spaces in birmingham for startups and small businesses Top 9 most exciting coworking spaces in Birmingham

Holiday entitlement and employment law for SMEs: everything you need to know

People getting ready for holidays travel trip concept. Single traveller man walking carry a luggage begin a journey. Men wear casual cloth and sneakers. Background in living room at home or hotel. Holiday entitlement and employment law for SMEs: everything you need to know

The 7 best payroll service providers for small businesses in 2026

A person uses a calculator in front of a laptop in an office The 7 best payroll service providers for small businesses in 2026

Payroll pricing: can I save on fees by outsourcing to a payroll service?

A person types on a calculator app Payroll pricing: can I save on fees by outsourcing to a payroll service?

How to redesign a website: a guide for small business sites

should I redesign my website? How to redesign a website: a guide for small business sites
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