Sheryl Miles

Sheryl has trained in proofreading and copyediting with the College of Media and Publishing, and in proofreading with the CIEP (Chartered Institute of Editors and Proofreaders). She joined Startups Magazine in June 2022 and is keen to carve a career in journalism as she enjoys meeting and talking to people and advocating for women and diversity across industries. When not working at Startups Magazine, Sheryl enjoys reading, writing fiction, and eating chocolate!

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Stix Mindfulness: the journey for mental wellbeing

In today’s world, where mental health and wellbeing are vital to ensuring long term happiness and better career outcomes, learning to identify and deal with key stressors is an essential tool to have in any person’s toolbelt. But, what about the mental wellbeing of children?

Five ways to support the wellbeing of your ADHD employees

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition associated with an approximately 30% developmental delay in executive functioning skills, including self-awareness, emotional regulation, impulsivity and motivation. These can result in significant challenges relating to the wellbeing of employees with ADHD in the workplace, especially without proper support in place.

Ecodesign regulations for power supplies give startups the edge

In the next of our series of Technology Briefings for entrepreneurs, we show how ecodesign regulations for electrical systems can present startups with a competitive advantage over established players. Compliance often demands fundamentally different approaches and technologies for power supplies, which can be easier to address when starting with a ‘blank sheet of paper’ than when evolving an established product.

UK employees are happier in female-founded companies

A new study by Stephen Eve Financial Planning finds employees are 13% happier in companies with female founders which foster stronger workplace culture, faster career progression, and work-life balance.

Tech UK calls for government to advance AI action

Tech UK, a trade group representing the technology sector in the UK has called for the next government to implement an “industrial strategy” aimed at accelerating the adoption of AI across businesses.

Indeed launches networks for skilled job recruitment

One of the leading global matching and hiring platforms Indeed has introduced Specialist Media Networks to help employers hire for competitive and hard-to-fill roles.

UK SMEs call for green leadership amid policy changes

In anticipation of the upcoming UK General Election, a new report highlights the pressing demand for clarity among small businesses regarding the next Government’s stance on sustainability.

Tech Nation selects UK’s next Unicorns

Tech Nation has launched a revamped Future Fifty programme for the UK’s next generation of unicorn founders. 

UK firms selected for Government support in Japan

Four innovative UK tech companies have been selected to receive Government support from the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme to accelerate their plans for expansion in Japan.

Ryft partners with Amex to drive efficient payments

Payments provider, Ryft, is upgrading its digital platform payments offering through a new partnership with global payments company, American Express.

British scale ups ekko and Primis join forces to help businesses

Embedded sustainability fintech, ekko has partnered with customer experience solution provider, Primis. The move will embed greater sustainability across the post-purchase customer experience, providing customers with more visibility into the environmental impact of purchases.

Fintech chiefs debate AI skills crisis in Parliament

Leaders from the technology industry have issued an urgent warning for the government to increase regulation and investment in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.

BotGuard OÜ raises €12M to defend web hosting providers

BotGuard OÜ, an Estonia-founded cyber security software company that helps web hosting providers control traffic and protect their infrastructure from malicious threats, has secured a €12 million Series A funding round led by MMC Ventures.

Autonomo secures £2M funding

Autonomo – the startup behind checkout-free software that enables retailers to convert existing stores into a cashierless shopping experience – has successfully closed a £2 million seed funding round, it has been announced.

Membrion propels expansion of sustainable water solutions with 100+ Accelerator

Membrion, the manufacturer of novel solutions for recycling of harsh wastewater streams, is one of an exclusive group of innovators selected for the 100+ Accelerator.

Trailblazing female founders celebrated at House of Lords 

The impressive impact of the rising tide of UK female founders has been spotlighted at a special International Women’s Day reception at the House of Lords.

Imposter syndrome: the secret fears of high achievers

If you’re part of the estimated global 70% who experience imposter syndrome at some point in life, the persistent feeling that you’re not as good in your career as other people think you are has nothing to do with skill level or competence, but the impossibly high standards you’ve set for yourself.

Understanding psychological safety in the workplace

On International Women’s Day, it is often a good time to raise collective awareness to the myriad challenges that women face in the workplace, including the issue of psychological safety.

Anti-harassment chatbot available to all

In celebration of International Women’s Day, a chatbot that answers questions on workplace sexual harassment is now free for all to use.

Silence Laboratories raises $4.1M Funding

In the modern age, large companies are wrestling to leverage their customers’ data to provide ever-better AI-enhanced experiences but a key barrier to leveraging this opportunity is mounting public concern around data privacy, as ever-greater data processing poses risks of data leaks by hackers and malicious insiders.