Wordly looks back at the cost pressures of 2025 and predicts that engagement and accessibility are poised to reshaping events in 2026… 2025 was pivotal for events and trade shows, defined by rising production costs, growing audience expectations. The year also saw increasing pressure to demonstrate measurable value to attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. As competition […]

Welcome to 2026 with our exciting January prize draw. We are thrilled to be working with De Vere Hotels who are offering one lucky reader the chance to win an overnight stay with dinner for two at one of their properties. The winner can choose their preferred location in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, The Cotswolds, Surrey, or […]

2025 has been an exceptional year for Venues of Excellence (VOE), the UK’s leading sales and marketing consortium for independent venues… Since purchasing the consortium in 2021, CEO Mandy Jennings has driven an ambitious strategic vision. She has expanded membership, strengthened the organisation’s position as the “best in class” partner for corporate and event planners, […]

Your Excellency Limited, a leading provider of professional development and accredited training for Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants and business support professionals, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Strategic PA Recruitment, appointing them as its preferred and recommended recruitment specialist… Your Excellency has built a reputation for empowering professionals through high-quality training and resources […]

Aviva Studios, home of Factory International, is forecasting a powerful shift in the way brands approach live experiences in 2026, and is encouraging event planners to capitalise on a new wave of brand storytelling, with art and culture-led experiences, over the year to come… Community centred experiences predicted as new brand storytelling Across sports, art, […]

After a period of intense lobbying, and coordinated advocacy, involving three industry organisations, the challenge of having a set of International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC) codes for the UK events sector may be a step closer… Following the publication of an extensive White Paper, which was shared with key Government Departments, including the Department for […]

As the festive season approaches, many businesses face the familiar combination of reduced staffing, slowing productivity, and the inevitable post-Christmas lull. Without preparation, this seasonal dip, known by many as winter slump can put pressure on even the most stable organisations. But a quieter period doesn’t have to mean falling behind. With smart planning, it […]

This year’s final PA Life FAM Trip at ABBA Voyage brought PAs together in this truly unique and exciting setting. It was definitely one of the highlights of our 2025 Club calendar… Here’s what our fantastic host Lara Olender and her team had to say after the evening: “ABBA Voyage were thrilled to host a […]

Congratulations are due for Church House Westminster – the iconic venue that was officially recognised as a net zero events venue one year ago. An applaudable feat achieved an incredible half a decade ahead of target. The team has not stopped there but continued to exceed its own green records in 2025… The unique events […]

Jamie Dobson, author of ‘Visionaries, Rebels and Machines: The story of humanity’s extraordinary journey from electrification to cloudification’  looks at what we can learn from creative teams in today’s business environment… So many organisations struggle to get the best from their technical teams, yet three fundamental principles have been present in the best creative and […]

A creative new chapter for MICE in East London has been unveiled with The Canvas Suite at Hyatt Place London City East events spaces… Hyatt Place London City East, one of London’s most sustainable and design-forward hotels, with an acclaimed rooftop bar and a chart-topping Sicilian restaurant, has unveiled the Canvas Suite. The suite is a […]

Protecting employee wellbeing starts with creating environments where people feel valued, says Nicola Hodkinson, owner of Seddon Construction. She’s acutely aware of the stigma around wellbeing across many sectors, and male-dominated industries in particular. That’s why men’s mental health must become a workplace priority… The Big Mental Health Report by Mind has found that almost half […]

Billboard UK hosted an exclusive live event with Grammy Award–winning artist Corinne Bailey Rae, last week at Aviva Studios in Manchester, home of Factory International. The event marked the next chapter of Billboard Live UK, a new live music series spotlighting artists who shape culture and define sound. The partnership bought together Billboard UK and […]

Budgetary pressures push sustainability into second place as costs savings with cost saving top priority for business travel in 2026 … A new study by Uber for Business shows that cost reduction will be the key focus for business travel managers in the next year. Research conducted by London-based research-tech startup Stride Rides among travel executives in large businesses […]

As the home of one of the oldest Livery Companies of the City of London, Fishmongers’ Hall has been hosting in elegance and style for centuries. The events team at the Hall gives us a glimpse of what to expect when you visit this historic venue or choose Fishmongers’ Hall for conferences… Fishmongers’ Hall sits […]

Before you head to your well-earned festive break, take a look at what PA Life will deliver in 2026 for the executive support professional community, both at home and abroad… PA Life is proud to be part of the Forum Events & Media Group family alongside Hotel Designs and Space media brands, and our many event […]

New research from Europe’s leading HR software provider, Personio, reveals that just 44% of UK workers are currently in what they consider their “dream job”. For the majority, there’s still a gap between where they are and where they want to be.  The 2025 Workforce Pulse Report shows that the definition of a “dream job” is evolving. Traditionally, a dream […]

The charming and historic corporate events venue in Sheffield – Whirlow Brook Hall – feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life…   The success of a corporate event almost always depends on selecting the right venue, and with many businesses seeking that ideal mix of privacy, tranquillity, and refined surroundings, one thing […]