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Marja Toseland

Choosing UVB for your event benefits the community of Birmingham

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As a conference and event planner, you detail the brief for your event and then create a shortlist of venues that you feel best matches your objectives. But have you ever considered what your business truly means to the venue?ย When you choose Unique Venues Birmingham (UVB), you are not just booking a venue, you are […]

London Halloween Bus Tour everyoneโ€™s talking aboutย 

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Ghosts, ghouls & gourmet treats onboard the Halloween Bus Tour everyoneโ€™s talking about in London… Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure this Halloween aboard Brigitโ€™s Bakeryโ€™s vintage 1960 Routemasterโ€”the cityโ€™s iconic historic bus tour thatโ€™s transformed into a moving haunted house.ย  Celebrate Halloween with a bus tour Our Halloween-themed Afternoon Tea Bus Tours offer eerie […]

Taylor Lynn Corporation acquired by Springbank: a new chapter begins

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In a landmark move for the UK events industry, Liz Taylor, founder and CEO of leading event management firm Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC), has announced her decision to step down following the acquisition of the company by Anna-Liisa Evansย and Paul Gilmore, directors of the acclaimed floral design and event dรฉcor company Springbank. This strategic acquisition […]

US regulator began an enquiry into AI chatbot companions

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The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has begun an enquiry into AI chatbots designed to act as companions. These toolsโ€”which make use of generative AI to simulate conversational intimacyโ€”are increasingly being promoted as friends, coaches, or confidants. Dario Betti, CEO, Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF), discusses what the positives could be weighing in concerns by the […]

Discover Birley Bakeryโ€™s Festive Gifting Brochure 2025ย 

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At Birley Bakery, we have perfected the art of chocolate and patisserie over the past five years under the discerning eye of our Maรฎtre Pรขtissier, Vincent Zanardi. Discover Birley Bakery’s gifting services for corporates… Our commitment to excellence begins with sourcing the finest ingredients, with every creation, whether an impeccably curated hamper or gift, reflecting […]

Core skills of an EA: writing or using ChatGPT

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Why are so few EAs good at, or confident in writing? Some would argue itโ€™s because they never do any writing in their jobs. Aside from short emails, how much do EAs write? Adam Fidler, founder of Adam Fidler Academy discusses the surge in using generative AI such as ChatGPT to do most of the […]

Microsoft Windows 10 users at high risk of cyberattacks

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New analysis reveals information, tech, and professional sectors most at risk as flexible offices rise in popularity. This comes at a time where aroundย 21ย million British computer users risk becoming vulnerable to cyberattacks and scams tomorrow, with Microsoft ending updates for its decade-old Windows 10 system… Over two-fifths of businesses (43%) reported experiencing a cyber security […]

Using humour to enhance presentations and events

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With attention spans shrinking with every TikTok video, the need for speakers to connect and engage quickly has never been more critical. In the PA Life Winter 2025 Issue, we speak with Beth Sherman, comedian, seven-time Emmy-winning TV writer, and executive presentation coach about how small moments of humour and humanity can give a big […]

Checking in: a new chapter begins at The Belfry

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PA Life Editor spent a fantastic weekend taking in the reimagined Belfry Hotel & Resort, fresh after the multi-million pound expansion project which was completed early September. Known for its world-class golf courses, including the renowned Brabazon, a host of the Ryder Cup and the British Masters, but as we discovered, the independent Midlands based […]

Banqueting at Destination Emirates Old Trafford

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Looking for a truly unforgettable venue for your next special occasion or celebration? Emirates Old Trafford – the home of Lancashire Cricket – offers breathtaking spaces, exceptional service, and exquisite dining for the best banqueting experience in Manchester. Whether youโ€™re planning a corporate awards ceremony, a charity ball, product launch, or perhaps a wedding reception […]

Celebrate Christmas in style at Olympia: unwrap bespoke corporate packagesย 

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The festive season is the highlight of the corporate calendar – and thereโ€™s no better place to celebrate than Olympia, one of Londonโ€™s most iconic venues… With its heritage setting in West London and a choice of dazzling event formats, Olympia offers the perfect mix of spectacle and sophistication. Whether youโ€™re imagining a sparkling evening […]

Business Travel Show America global buyer survey results

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The inaugural Business Travel Show America launches 15 โ€“ 16 October at the Javits Center, New York. We share the latest findings from Business Travel Show America global buyer survey highlight key strategies for securing policy buy-in from travellers. Two areas stand out as top priorities, and these are online booking tools and communication as […]

World Mental Health Day – empowering you to own your mental health

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The theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day, marked on October 10th, is โ€˜Itโ€™s time to prioritise mental health in the workplaceโ€™. Towergate Health & Protection is making a bold move and calling on employers to empower employees with the tools and skills necessary to take responsibility for their own mental health… Debra Clark, […]

World Menopause Awareness Month: let’s talk depression

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This October’s World Menopause Awareness Month is a perfect time to announce the result of a recent pilot on use of an at-home brain stimulation device. The results of the study look promising showing major improvements in mood, sleep, and daily functioning for women in menopause and perimenopause… For World Menopause Awareness Month, Flow Neuroscience, […]

When will the job market get better? – September surge flopped

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In the past years, September has brought the so-called โ€œSeptember Surgeโ€ in hiring, but this yearโ€™s data paints a very different picture. With searches for โ€œwhen will the job market get betterโ€ seeing a huge jump recently, itโ€™s clear that workers, graduates, and job seekers are all looking for answers. GEO Agency Reboot Online has […]

Your bedroom could cause you serious health issues

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The bedroom is one of the important spaces in the home, with Brits spending 27 years on average in bed during their lifetime. It’s therefore imperative to make it a clean and safe place as your bedroom could cause you serious health issues unless addressed. For that you need to know where the dirtiest place […]

The countdown is on – only a few days until The PA Show Autumn!ย 

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๐Ÿš€ The Countdown has begun with less than a week to go until The PA Show Autumn 2025! With brand-new exhibitors, exciting activities, and exclusive after-show drinks, this yearโ€™s PA Show Autumn on 9th October is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. Hereโ€™s just a taste of whatโ€™s waiting for you at […]

How to deliver premium sport hospitality around the world

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PA Life talks to General Manager, Emily Tuffin from Sport Travel and Hospitality Group about the challenges and new opportunities in operating across diverse marketsโ€”from the UK to the US, Australia, and New Zealandโ€”delivering premium sport hospitality every time… Delivering premium sport hospitality How do you maintain a consistently high standard of hospitality while tailoring […]