Meet the Team
We’re a team of seasoned entrepreneurs, media veterans, and tech builders united by one mission: to restore trust in journalism and empower real stories, told in real time. With over 100 years of combined experience across publishing, operations, and global business, we’ve built PressHop not just as a platform — but as a movement.
Andrew
Media
Andrew has over 20 years experience in the News and Publishing industry.
His stellar experience spans The Economist, News International - Times & Sunday Times. Andrew leads media relations, and experience​​
Asif
Finance
Asif is an ex Partner of Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC), UK. Asif consults, invests & runs several successful retail and tech businesses in the UK and France.
Asif advises on finance and investor relations
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Emily
Story Sniffer-in-Chief
Say hello to Emily — the spirited little rabbit in our logo and the heart of the PressHop brand.
She stands for ethical, citizen-led journalism that’s quick on its feet, always curious, and always chasing the truth. Emily’s here to remind us that real stories come from the ground up — and sometimes, with a good hop
Gemma
People
With 9 years of experience in HR, Gemma leads our People function at PressHop.
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She’s passionate about building a positive, supportive workplace culture — helping our team grow, thrive, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
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Jay
Tech
A true tech enthusiast, Jay brings over 8 years of experience across data science, system architecture, and product R&D.
With a sharp eye for innovation and a passion for building scalable, intelligent systems, he’s the engine behind much of PressHop’s technical foundation.
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Ritchie
Founder & Chief Editor
An award-winning entrepreneur, Ritchie brings over 38 years of business experience across the UK, USA, India, and the Middle East.
At PressHop, he leads the charge on business strategy, operations, content management, sales, and editorial — shaping the platform with a deep understanding of both commercial execution and ethical storytelling.
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Upasana
Operations
With over 11 years of experience in operations and customer relations, Upasana brings structure, empathy, and precision to the PressHop ecosystem.
She leads user relations, oversees business operations, and ensures every piece of content is reviewed with care and rigour
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Winnie
Support
An entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, Raneeta has successfully led events and business conferences across the Middle East and Asia.
As a Director at PressHop, she oversees Business Support and Administration, ensuring the day-to-day runs with precision and efficiency.
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Apply Today
Think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the PressHop movement? Whether you're a sharp-eyed citizen, a newsroom pro, or someone who simply believes in the power of real stories — we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Gemma today on hello@presshop.co.uk to join a growing network of people helping reshape how the world sees the news. It’s quick, simple, and the first step to something impactful.