About

Owen was a reporter for Bonhill Group plc writing across the Smallbusiness.co.uk and Growthbusiness.co.uk titles before moving on to be a Digital Technology reporter for the Express.co.uk.

Export & Import

SMEs need greater access to information and must increase exports to thrive

Four in five MPs believe SME owners need more information, advice and guidance when considering expanding into international trade.

Startup Funding and Grants

How to tap into funding for female entrepreneurs

New report draws on academic research and advice from the UK’s most successful female founders to address the gender scale up gap.

News

Small firms reveal trade deal wish list post Brexit

Small businesses remain optimistic of potential trade abroad as they reveal their wish list for international trade after Brexit.

News

Survey reveals exporters’ optimism for global trade prospects

Despite concerns over Brexit and the Trump win, many British exporters feel confident over engaging in global trade.

Marketing

DIY SEO: Over optimisation – debunking some top SEO myths

Here, Simon Schnieders, founder of Blue Array, tells us the dangers of over-optimisation and debunks some SEO myths.

News

Manufacturing SMEs optimistic about post Brexit opportunities

New research shows that SME’s in the manufacturing sector are seeking opportunities and are optimistic about leaving the EU.

News

Economist intelligence reveals snapshot of LGBT people in the workplace

As The Economist kicks off its global summit on LGBT rights in the workplace, new research yields insights about which employee groups are best poised to drive positive change.

News

UK companies failing to educate their employees about cyber security

One third of UK companies failing to educate their employees about cyber security or protect their mobile devices from malware.

News

Half of UK employers are introducing wellbeing schemes

Two thirds of UK employees admit they feel stressed in their jobs, prompting businesses to introduce employee wellbeing schemes.

Financing

Cash flow is king – and automated payments are the answer

Here, Helen Hannah, commercial director at First Capital Cashflow, explains how businesses can manage cash flow effectively.

News

The pursuit of happiness: More than a third of employees unhappy at work

British workers are unhappy at work as a third report dissatisfaction in their role, a new study reveals.

News

UK businesses more inclined to expand operations overseas

Emerging markets are becoming increasingly attractive to 63 per cent of UK businesses, with 75 per cent eyeing Dubai as an overseas business location to expand into.