Helen Howard is an accomplished HR professional with over a decade of experience advising international organizations in technology, media, and professional services. Her experience spans from large, hierarchical companies to startups. Howard is focused on helping companies grow by finding rockstar talent and building a culture that supports them. As the Managing Director of Fastlaunch HR, Howard is currently advising Silicon Valley startups in bridging the gap from founding teams to their first 100 employees. Howard holds a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from Buckinghamshire New University and a Bachelor's degree in Classical Civilization from the University of Leeds.