Kiera Sowery

Kiera graduated from Brunel University with a First Class Degree in Communications and Media in 2021. She joined Startups Magazine in August as an Editorial Assistant and is keen to develop her career in journalism and public relations, specifically within EdTech, MedTech and SpaceTech industries. In her spare time she runs a community on Instagram for fellow graduates and students, aiming to inspire them with positive, uplifting content and to share her post-graduation journey (@guidedbyagraduate).

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COVID-19 allows healthtech industry to demonstrate resilience

The UK is a key driver in the rapid growth of the global healthcare industry.

Top 10 Tech4Good startups of 2021

With so many businesses making a positive social impact on the world around us, Startups Magazine rounds up its top 10 Tech4Good startups of 2021.

How SMEs can look after staff wellbeing during the festive season

As the festive season approaches, it is tempting for many small businesses to see this as an opportunity to make up for lost time and lost revenues following the pandemic and not take time off.

Young Brits value financial stability over finding love or managing social lives

75% of young Brits are focused on improving their personal finances post-pandemic – and many are sacrificing their chances of romance and opportunities to socialise with friends in the process, according to new research from Urban Jungle.

Support needed for industry-led training programmes

Trade bodies and professional associations across the UK are calling on the government to support industry-led jobs and skills training programmes – to address the UK’s digital skills crisis and strengthen its economic recovery from coronavirus.

Hardware Pioneers Max 2021

Having had 150 successful past events, Hardware Pioneers welcome attendees to the largest show to date. Since its first event in 2015, it has gained a following of more than 20,000 engineers and technical leaders.

Changing the blame game: consumer vs brand

With COP26 reinforcing the detrimental effects of climate change, mass engagement in sustainability is stronger than ever. To preserve an inhabitable climate, net zero must be achieved by 2050, businesses altering their operations accordingly is a contributor to this.

UK businesses’ risk appetite is climbing, new research shows

UK businesses’ appetite for tech investment is growing, research from Studio Graphene has revealed. The London-based digital agency commissioned an independent survey of 752 senior decision-makers within UK businesses.

App helping remote workers gain access to flexible workspaces

Workplaces and individual workers can now sign up to a ‘third workspace’ app with the launch of the Reef App.

Swedish streaming service for concerts makes a sweep of strategic hires

Swedish tech startup, Staccs – a premium streaming service for concert video and music documentaries – has revealed key hires to its executive structure and announced the launch of Staccs Originals – a production suite creating exclusive and original content for the premium streaming service.

7 ways to ensure the work Christmas party goes to plan

It’s that time of year when workplace Christmas parties are in the calendar and everyone’s planning their outfit. The office is buzzing with anticipation and the smell of festivities is in the air, but how can you ensure that your work Christmas party goes to plan?

Tackling employees’ festive stress this Christmas

Christmas can bring plenty of stress but this year, with rising costs and the financial impact of COVID-19 still lingering, the stress could be even greater.

Boisterous Black Friday business tips

Black Friday is one of the most important sales periods in the calendar for startups and SMEs. Consumers are predicted to spend a record breaking £9.42bn this Black Friday weekend, mostly through online channels.

Top 10 sustainable tech startups of 2021

COP26 encouraged people to rethink their impact on the environment and strive towards more conscious consumption. This, coupled with the launch of our November/December issue of the magazine focusing on sustainability and tech for good means it’s the perfect time to round up the top 10 sustainable tech startups of 2021.

Trials begin for women’s smartwatch safety app

Trials have began in Bath of a revolutionary smartwatch app that monitors a wearer’s heart rate and body motion to sense distress, automatically sending an emergency alert.

3 ways to support the mental health of male employees

At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has left millions struggling with their wellbeing, this International Men’s Day presents an important opportunity to bring much-needed attention to men’s mental health.

Black Friday’s contribution to unconscious consumption

Black Friday is fast approaching, this year falling on 26th November, meaning most businesses are busy preparing for one of the most hectic weekends of the year in retail.

Ordering app, ROUND, launches on Crowdcube

ROUND, an ordering app, launches its public phase of investment via the online platform Crowdcube. So far, the app has been able to raise £3.3m from experienced investors but looks for further investment to expand its business horizons.

3 ways to support employees travelling to and from the office

Commute Smart Week employee benefits expert Sodexo Engage has pulled together three ways HR professionals can support employees travelling to and from the office.

Ecommerce unicorn ShipBob announces expansion with UK as launchpad

US-based logistics unicorn ShipBob has announced a European expansion of 20 fulfilment centres as the firm looks to uncover the next unicorn consumer brands in the UK and capitalise on the continued ecommerce surge.