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Helen Ponsford
Senior Programme Editor and Head of Trade, Technology, Industry Events Programming at The Economist
Helen Ponsford is the Senior Programme Editor and Head of Trade, Technology, and Industry Events Programming at Economist Impact, which is part of The Economist Group. In her role, she is responsible for curating and overseeing events that focus on significant industry themes, particularly in technology and trade sectors. Ponsford has been involved in various high-profile conferences, including those centered around quantum technology and the space economy, where she facilitates discussions that connect industry leaders and innovators.23
Her expertise lies in storytelling and elevating industry issues to highlight their relevance for global progress, making her a key figure in shaping the narrative around emerging technologies and their commercial applications.4 Ponsford's work includes organizing events that bring together experts and decision-makers to foster collaboration and drive advancements in these rapidly evolving fields.3
For further details, she can be contacted via her email at helenponsford@economist.com.12
