Communication sits at the centre of your role as a PA or EA. You will coordinate schedules, pass information between teams, and respond to requests from several directions throughout the day. When your communication is clear, work moves faster, and confusion is reduced. Small adjustments to how you communicate can make a noticeable difference. Clear […]

To mark International Women’s Day, and Women’s History Month, we talk to Caroline Dyos, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn London Shepperton. Fitting the theme of the month, Women Leading Change, Caroline leads the sales function for both the hotel and the standalone event space, Storyboard at Shepperton with 18 years of hospitality and event […]

The finalists have been announced for the inaugural Christmas Party Awards, a brand-new industry event celebrating the venues, suppliers and experiences that deliver London’s most memorable corporate Christmas parties. Taking place ON Thursday 19th March at the iconic ODEON Leicester Square and Albert’s Schloss London, the awards will bring together leading venues, caterers, event agencies […]

As World Sleep Day approaches on 13 March 2026, employers may want to ask a simple but powerful question: Are our people tired – or are they exhausted? Thomas Martin, Senior Employee Benefits Consultant lifts the covers on sleep deprivation as a workplace risk we are not talking about… Sleep is often treated as a personal […]

PA Life Spring Issue’s Work & Life interview features Ivana Cartman, an Executive Assistant and PA Life Club member. She is also the winner of the PA Life Club Member Star at the PA Life Star Awards 2025. Ivana is a career EA currently working at a private equity firm in a fast-paced environment. Her […]

Last week, a group of 25 PA Life Club members experienced a wonderful spring day in the country as guests of Tewinbury Farm & Hotel in Hertfordshire. The sunny afternoon was a perfect day for exploring what the venue has to offer – and there is a lot to take in both indoors and outdoors… […]

Liz Taylor, founder of Taylor Lynn Corporation, has decades of experience in organising exceptional events, with many well-known celebrities and corporates in her client list. We are delighted to share Liz’s insight here, first published mid-February in PA Life Spring Issue…  Liz shares her recipe for the perfect corporate summer party that will wow guests and executives, leaving a lasting […]

In PA Life’s recent spring issue, David Osgathor, Performance Consultant, Oracle Red Bull Racing discusses how mental wellness in both individuals and teams is a crucial foundation in achieving excellence and the desired outcome… This year at IBTM, I had the privilege of speaking to a room full of high-performing professionals and talked a lot about […]

With state-of-the-art facilities, flexible event spaces and unforgettable behind-the-scenes experiences, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is redefining what a corporate venue can offer. We speak to the Andrew Allen-Simpson, Senior Commercial Manager in PA Life Spiring Issue about what makes the stadium a standout choice for PAs, EAs and corporate bookers looking to create truly memorable events… […]

Women account for just 15% of partners in hedge funds, private equity and other Financial Services partnerships. In the eve of International Women’s Day we are reminded of the lack of women in leadership and ownership in the Financial Services (FS) sector… Women represent just 15.3% of partners in hedge funds, private equity and other […]

We asked Julia Green why celebrating the International Women’s Day matters, and how this year’s theme #GiveToGain is put to action every day within her organisation. Julia is the Sales & Commercial Manager at Center Parcs Conferences & Events, and also PA Life’s wellness columnist. What does International Women’s Day mean to you personally and […]

With exceptional connectivity, scalable accommodation and a distinctive third-floor outdoor venue, Hyatt Regency London Stratford and Hyatt House London Stratford provide a streamlined solution for senior stays and high-profile gatherings.  For those responsible for organising senior travel and corporate events, the objective is clear. Reduce complexity. Protect the schedule. Select a venue that reflects positively […]

Would you like to win a fantastic dinner for 2 in London? Who wouldn’t! And that’s not all. Our lucky March prize draw winner will also get to take their team for a much-needed get-together in one of Here Spaces’ sumptuous meetings rooms, right in the heart of London’s Soho. The room use is worth […]

As part of PA Life’s Female Leaders interviews to mark the International Women’s Day this year, we talk to Carly Walker, Commercial Director at Forum Events & Media Group. Carly is part of a management team, which is almost entirely female, operating in a female heavy events industry. She leads with great emotional intelligence and […]

As part of the International Women’s Day coverage, PA Life talks to Sarah Beall, Managing Director of Forum Events & Media Group, a company led by women. Sarah and her managing team lead by example, inspiring their teams with a ‘can-do’ attitude. Sarah has been pivotal to the growth of Forum, having led the company […]

The industry-first Mini MBA for Senior & Executive Assistants Programme, originally launched in 2021, enters its next evolution. This April, a dedicated Artificial Intelligence module, designed specifically for modern Executive and Personal Assistants, will be added to the programme. The AI module will be delivered by Microsoft MVP and Executive Assistant Lizebeth Koloko-Green, Founder and […]

In the world of corporate hospitality, true value isn’t just about a seat at a table, it’s about providing an experience that feels like a shared secret. For PAs and EAs looking to elevate their client engagement, Henley Royal Regatta Official Hospitality is the insider story of the British sporting season. While many events lean […]

As hybrid work continues to blur the boundaries between personal and professional life, people want to be spending more time outdoors with their colleagues. We also want work events to deliver what the day job often cannot: time outdoors… New research from Center Parcs Conferences & Events finds that almost one-third (31%) of people spend […]