06 November, 2024

Helen McGuirk recently traveled to Sheffield, UK, to present research on the senior economy, by McGuirk, Xiong, and Robinson. Representing the Hincks Centre, the authors appreciated the insightful feedback and positive response to their qualitative study, which examined the senior economy across three European regions.

Their paper, "Supporting a Senior Economy for a More Equitable World," was honored by being shortlisted for the best paper award. 

Presentation of research by colleagues from the Hincks Centre.

About ISBE
The Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ISBE) is a prominent network dedicated to:

• Advancing enterprise education practices
• Promoting research in small business and entrepreneurship
• Shaping and evaluating entrepreneurship policies
• Supporting and developing small businesses

ISBE 2024 was hosted by Sheffield Hallam University and held in the famous Cutlers Hall in Sheffield City Centre.

Learn more about ISBE at www.isbe.org.uk.

Helen McGuirk
Head, Hincks Centre for Entrepreneurship Excellence.