Helicity Space Builds HR for Growth with Preferred CFO

Helicity Space Challenges

With groundbreaking technology and rapid growth on the horizon, Helicity Space needed to expand its team quickly. Yet without an official HR department, there were no formal processes in place for recruiting, compliance, or supporting employees. This left critical gaps that could lead to inefficiencies, compliance risks, and unnecessary strain on leadership. Marta Calvo, Co-Founder and Head of Operations, recognized that building a strong HR foundation was essential to sustain momentum and keep the company focused on its mission of advancing fusion propulsion.

The Outsourced HR Transformation

Having already trusted Preferred CFO for financial leadership, Helicity turned once again to the firm—this time for HR expertise. Marta partnered with Tom Applegarth, VP of HR at Preferred CFO, to design and launch a complete outsourced HR department from the ground up. Together, they established recruiting and onboarding processes, developed compliance policies, and implemented systems to support employees as the team grew. Every step was tailored to Helicity’s fast-moving environment and innovative culture, ensuring the company had the structure it needed without slowing its momentum.

The Results

With Preferred CFO’s guidance, Helicity Space gained a fully functioning HR department that could scale alongside the company. Clear policies and processes gave leadership confidence that hiring, compliance, and employee relations were being handled with professionalism. This foundation allowed Marta and her team to focus on advancing fusion propulsion technology—knowing that their people, culture, and growth plans were supported by a strong HR infrastructure. Today, Helicity is better positioned to achieve its ambitious mission with both financial clarity and operational strength.

Looking Ahead

With both financial and HR leadership in place, Helicity Space is well positioned to continue scaling as it advances its groundbreaking propulsion technology. Preferred CFO remains a trusted partner, providing the clarity, structure, and guidance needed to support Helicity’s ambitious goals. Together, the teams are focused on building not just the future of the company, but the future of space exploration itself.