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Marja Toseland

ABBA Voyage: A concert like no other  

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ABBA have created the kind of concert they always dreamed of—performing for their fans at their very best as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians. The unique performance makes a great outing, and one for EAs and PAs to take teams and clients to… Blending cutting-edge creativity, spectacular lighting, and some of the […]

Five myths about older workers and AI: Where do EAs and PAs fit?

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Jonny Phillips, Managing Director at Strive Training discusses the biggest myths about older workers and AI. This is highly relevant for the business support profession as technology plays an ever increasing role in the managing tasks… While AI’s impact on the workplace has dominated headlines in recent years, much of the public conversation has focused […]

Is travel checking out of mobile booking apps? What EAs and PAs need to know

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Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants handling travel bookings need to know the latest developments on how best to manage business travel requirements. Mobile travel booking apps may have had their ‘heyday’, for now, as multiple payment options and virtual credit cards are growing in popularity… EAs and PAs attending TravelTech Show and the Business Travel Show […]

Latest travel data: European travel programmes more mature than global average

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EAs and PAs responsible for travel bookings and management within their organisations should pay attention to the CTM Travel Programme Maturity Index. This is launching exclusively at Business Travel Show Europe this Wednesday, and shows that European travel programmes are more mature than their global counterparts. The UK specifically signals stronger strategic capacity… See the […]

10 minutes with Holly Bell: What are events like at the iconic Emirates Old Trafford?

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Our Editor had a pleasure of meeting Holly Bell, Business Development Executive at Emirates Old Trafford on the recent PA Life Club FAM Trip to this iconic venue. Our Editor asked Holly what makes this world-renowned cricket venue special in the world of corporate meetings, events and conferences… Emirates Old Trafford is known as an […]

Unlocking London: Why an event agency opens doors you didn’t know existed 

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London is a city of endless possibility. As you move through its streets, past historic palaces, world renowned museums and striking contemporary galleries – you can’t help but feel its energy. It’s a city that invites you to think bigger, to push beyond the expected, and to create something truly memorable.  For many, these spaces are admired from afar. Weekend visits might include […]

Olympia’s transformation takes shape with new openings this week that will enhance events, exhibitions, and conferences

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Olympia has reached a major milestone in its £1.3 billion transformation with a series of landmark openings taking place this week. These new additions to Olympia will transform the visitor experience and create exciting new opportunities for event organisers… At the heart of the redevelopment, a collection of new bars and restaurants operated by Incipio […]

Learning from 30 years of experience: How PAs can elevate internal events

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Duncan Bell, co-founder and director of Branchout Productions talks to PA Life about how to elevate events to deliver the best they can. He draws from over 30 years of industry experience that has built him a solid reputation in event production that combines storytelling with strategic branding. Today, his work spans across commercial, social, […]

Checking in: DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

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Brighton has been a popular seaside holiday destination in the UK since the Victorian era when several luxury hotels were built by the seafront. Hotel Metropole, as it was then called, welcomed its first guests in 1890.  Today, this grand old dame is has been renovated to its former glory, attracting leisure guests and private […]

PA Life Experience Day at Beaulieu Hotel in New Forest

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PA Life Club we delighted to team up with the New Forest hotel group who invited a group of our Club members for a memorable Experience day and overnight stay. Read on to hear from the organisers behind the FAM Trip visit… “On 4 June, we were delighted to welcome a group of EAs and […]

EAs and PAs heading to The Meetings Show on 24 & 25 June: Meet Olympia

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Olympia has been a home to iconic events in London for nearly 140 years. Today, it is evolving into a fully integrated destination designed to transform how events are created, delivered and experienced in central London. The show is an unmissable opportunity for EAs and PAs organising meetings and events to discuss your requirements with top venues, learn from the experts […]

Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford refreshes Garden Grille and reception

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Hilton Garden Inn, Emirates Old Trafford is delighted to announce the completion of phase one of a major refurbishment of its Garden Grille restaurant and hotel reception area, enhancing the guest experience with a contemporary new look and improved functionality throughout the hotel’s public spaces… Representing an investment of £280k, part of a wider hotel […]

Excitement builds as The Meetings Show prepares for eagerly awaited return to Excel London

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With a little over one week to go until The Meetings Show 2026 opens its doors, anticipation is building for what promises to be one of the UK’s leading gatherings for meetings, incentives and events professionals… Taking place at Excel London on 24-25 June, the show will bring together almost 6,000 industry professionals, more than […]

Elevate your events: the rooftop season begins 

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Summer has arrived in the capital, and with it event planning has quite literally reached new heights. London’s rooftop venues come into their own during the warmer months, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional indoor spaces. For PAs and EAs looking to impress, inspire and elevate their events, the city’s skyline provides a spectacular backdrop […]

Choose a venue that attracts your guests to your meetings and events

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Every EA, PA and event organiser knows that choosing the right venue is crucial for the success of your meeting or event. And it’s not just logistics such as travel time and options, capacity, catering, AV and so on that event professionals consider. The venue itself is often the key attraction for events and celebrations, […]

The future of the Executive Assistant role: What could that look like in ten years time?

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The Executive Assistant profession has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 15 years. The job title itself emerged in the 1980s when computers replaced typewriters, and secretaries and PAs became part of the wider business support function, rather than being purely clerical. Today’s Executive Assistants are increasingly recognised as strategic business partners, trusted advisers […]

World Cup 2026 hospitality in London: Host clients and colleagues at Market Halls

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World Cup 2026 has landed, and Market Halls is the place to catch the action. In partnership with Budweiser, Market Halls is showing the World Cup matches across its four London venues, creating one of the capital’s most exciting destinations for team socials, client entertainment, private screenings and large-scale viewing parties. Whether you’re organising a […]

Curzon Chelsea to reopen this autumn, creating a new cultural destination

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After an eight-year absence, Curzon is returning to Chelsea. The new flagship cinema venue for the Curzon brand will open this autumn on King’s Road. Expect a bold reinvention of this historic site at The Gaumont as it’s been transformed into a 20,000 sq ft cultural destination. You’ll find film, creativity, hospitality and community under […]