Over three quarters (78%) of employees lack confidence in sustainability strategies their employers have in place and find it hard to communicate these effectively says the AimHi Earth team who surveyed 1,727 professionals between 2022 and 2024 for their recent report… Employees lack confidence to apply sustainability strategies Nearly all employees (93%) reported that they […]

Venues of Excellence, the UK’s leading consortium for independent venues, is proud to announce that 5-star exclusive Scottish venue Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort has joined its collection of outstanding conference and events venues, adding another fantastic independent Scottish venue to its membership. Prepare to be impressed by the exclusive Scottish venue Mar […]

Planning business travel for executives is a delicate dance between efficiency, comfort, and company policy. As a PA or EA, you’re the maestro of this intricate choreography. PA Life has put the most important points together in a handy PA’s guide to business travel and rounded up some of the best options available from trusted […]

With almost 26,000 coffee shops in the UK, it’s tempting for remote workers to join the latte-and-laptop crowd. But is mixing business and café culture such a good idea? Let’s take a good look at coffee shops vs coworking spaces… In September 2023, a Broadband Genie survey revealed that 23% of Brits work remotely from […]

SilverDoor shares insights on ADR trends as summer events calendar kicks off. With the UEFA EURO 2024 championship underway, Paris 2024 Olympic Games around the corner and Taylor Swift opening in London tonight for the latest leg of her Eras tour, new data released today by SilverDoor, in the world’s leading serviced apartment agent their accommodation […]

The Meetings Show, which took place 19 and 20 June, was once again the stage for exciting announcements and launches of innovative products and services. One such example is the partnership of Lime Venue Portfolio and Stress Matters who launched a new Neurodiversity Toolkit on the second day of the show. The guide has been […]

In the world of business, effective communication and cultural understanding are essential ingredients for success. The culture in the Middle East, and business etiquette too, are different from the West and it’s important to learn how best to work with the partners from this region, advises Didi Basry, an expert in Middle Eastern business culture… […]

The festive season is fast approaching, and venues across South East England are gearing up to welcome your guests for this most magical time of the year. Whether you are looking for a lively joiner party, wish to host your own private corporate Christmas event or treat your team to a delectable festive lunch experience, […]

Cheltenham is a Regency spa and festival town with world-renowned sporting and cultural events, picturesque venues and provides the gateway to the Cotswolds. Recognised as the ‘cradle of cyber innovation for the UK’ and a hot spot for both cyber and digital businesses, Cheltenham is also a destination for business events. It’s perfect for delegates wishing […]

The vision is there: a conference, a corporate team gathering, a product launch or an awards ceremony. But before the invitations go out, a crucial first step awaits – finding the perfect venue. This space sets the stage for your event, impacting everything from atmosphere to logistics, and ultimately its success. But this is where […]

We discussed the importance of team building with some of PA Life’s Recommended Suppliers and asked Sophie Bailey from WorkTripp, Gabriella Thorn from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Sian Haywood from Foxhills and Alex Hewitt, CEO of AOK Events for their expert views. These event and teambuilding experts shared their views on why team building is so […]

The leading TMC has undergone a major rebranding which was unveiled on 17 June 2024. Brighter, the meetings and events arm, has also been part of Clarity’s brand overhaul. Clarity, which acquired award-winning UK TMC, Agiito in October 2023, is on a continued journey to integrate the two businesses and brands into one that represents […]

PA Life Club members enjoyed a warm Yorkshire welcome and fantastic hospitality at Pavilions of Harrogate and Yorkshire Event Centre on our overnight FAM Trip on June 7th and 8th. The two large event venues are owned by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society charity who support the local farming community and local schools too… This was […]

Our Ask Abi columnist, Abigail Jones, a career EA, answers burning questions by assistants sent to us by PAs and EAs. Abi currently works at Spotify and also provides professional coaching and mentoring to individuals and corporate groups…     How to make your executive prioritise your one-to-one meetings? Thank you for writing in with […]

Congratulations are due to Center Parcs Conferences & Events who celebrate ten years of corporate events at Woburn Forest, first of its two dedicated events venues… Over 85,000 delegates have set foot in the forest destination since The Venue first opened its doors to corporate bookings in June 2014. In its first year, Woburn Forest […]

The Laine Pub Company has reopened its flagship site – Tempest – the iconic Brighton beachfront venue after a £350,000 refurbishment. The extensive overhaul sees this amazing space re-imagined in a way which will captivate both residents and visitors to Brighton’s famous seafront, alike… Welcome back to Tempest, the iconic Brighton beachfront venue Tempest has […]

The Meetings Show 2024 kicks off at ExCeL London this Wednesday and it promises to be the must-attend event for #eventprofs this summer. See what to expect at the Meetings Show 2024 on June 19th and 20th… The Meetings Show features a jam-packed programme with a stellar line up of meeting and event suppliers from […]

As the warm embrace of summer approaches, the allure of outdoor events, team-building retreats, and corporate gatherings beckons. Yet, in the rush to plan the perfect summer soiree, we often overlook a crucial element – the wellbeing of our attendees. In today’s fast-paced world, integrating wellbeing into your events isn’t just a luxury. Lucy Eden, […]