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Marja Toseland

Marking International Women’s Day: Felicity Barnard, Ascot Racecourse

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PA Life talked to Felicity Barnard, Commercial Director and Deputy CEO of Ascot Racecourse,ย  as part of our International Womenโ€™s Day 2024 series where we uncover how talented and successful women have made it to the top of their game. The women we interview represent different professions from a multitude of industries and fields, but […]

International Women’s Day: Inclusion and female leaders

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The International Women’s Day 2024 campaign United Nations theme is Inspire Inclusion. When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we are creating a better world for everyone. PA Life is marking International Women’s Day 2024 by featuring outstanding female leaders in their filed. We talked to a number of MICE industry’s managers […]

The PA Show ExCeL 2024: a great success for PA Life and our 16 stand partners

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And that’s a wrap after two fantastic days at The PA Show ExCeL 2024. We hosted 16 amazing partners on our colourful beach-themed stand. It was buzzing in the most positive way with great conversations being had with lots of great PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers. Our large 60 square metre prime location stand […]

The Landmark London – an oasis of luxury for high end stays, dining and events

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The Landmark London in Marylebone truly is one of the most magnificent hotels in London, and this says a lot. The five-star Grande Dame hotel has, since its debut over 125 years ago, remained an icon of quintessential and elegant London charm. Our Editor had a pleasure to pay a visit to take in the […]

10 minutes with Alex Stanley, founder of Onigo – the team who make team-building fun

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PA Life talked to Alex Stanley, the founder of Onigo. His team of experts make team-building fun by creating experiences that bring colleagues closer together in a playful environment to boost wellbeing and happiness. Alex wanted to provide a service to businesses that helps them bring their people together and forge meaningful connection in a […]

Offsetting rail fare increases: balancing traveller behaviour and policyย 

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Agiito, alongside their new owners Clarity Business Travel, surveyed their customers about what challenges they expected travel category managers to face in 2024. They found the top answer, by some distance, was โ€˜balancing traveller behaviour and policyโ€™, followed by โ€˜economic conditionsโ€™. ย So, with the upcoming rail fare increase on 3 March 2024, which will see […]

Big events with your own private viewing experience

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Have you ever wondered what itโ€™s like to experience music concerts or live sporting events with your own private viewing from the comfort of your hotel bedroom balcony? Destination Emirates Old Trafford is the home of live experiences, and this summer will host an abundance of major live cricket and concert events which can be […]

Global accommodation rates falling due to uncertain geopolitical landscape

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The increasing uncertainty of the today’s geopolitical landscape is affecting travel and with it the demand for accommodation. SilverDoor, the worldโ€™s leading serviced apartment agent, has released its first quarterly market update report for 2024, highlighting the impact of ongoing geopolitical change on the average daily rates (ADR).ย  The results show global accommodation rates falling […]

Diversity in boardrooms is not a box-ticking exercise- itโ€™s a strategic necessity

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Diversity and inclusion in all areas of life is a positive, and business is no exception. But the higher in the corporate hierarchy you look less diverse the picture. Diversity in boardrooms isn’t a PR exercise, it’s a known fact that diverse boards make good business sense. However, there has been a worrying decline in […]

Embracing team-building benefits and trends for success for all

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In the dynamic landscape of todayโ€™s corporate world, the significance of fostering a cohesive and motivated workforce cannot be overstated. Team-building events have emerged as a powerful tool for businesses to enhance collaboration, boost morale, and drive productivity. As we navigate the ever-evolving business terrain, several team-building trends are gaining prominence. Venues, such as Center […]

5 ways for Personal Assistants to enhance their digital skills

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Enhancing digital skills is now crucial for professional success, no less so for Personal Assistants. Staying on top of the latest online trends and constantly developing new tech skills can provide a real competitive edge in a competitive job market. Here Dakota Murphey, a freelance writer on workplace culture and career development, discusses how Personal […]

Investor Networking: The Hattie Mauleverer Corporate Concierge Experience

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Maintaining relationships with investors across the globe is so important to business. The need for seamless coordination and a confident service is imperative for hosting events and meetings. Hattie Mauleverer’s innovative solution โ€“ Corporate Concierge, is a bespoke service designed to streamline the complexities of international meetings. To showcase the potential of our Corporate Concierge […]

PA Life takes a prime spot at the PA Show with our biggest stand to date

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It’s less than a week to go and we are so excited to welcome you to the PA Life’s biggest ever stand at The PA Show on 28th and 29th February 2024. The Show is co-located with Confex and Event Production Show at ExCeL London so visitors get three shows with one pass… Our 59 […]

Evolution International: taking care of your events from start to finish

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Founded in 2003, Evolution has more than 20 yearsโ€™ experience planning, organising and delivering customer events across the world. Be it a major international conference or an exclusive meeting, a glitzy awards dinner or a Wow! incentive trip, our experts are here to help you from the very outset by taking care of your events […]

10 minutes with Sandeep Singh, MD of Athena, Leicester’s premier events venue

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PA Life talked to Sandeep Singh, the Managing Director of Athena – an impressive Art Deco events venue in Leicesterโ€™s cultural quarter – who is on a mission to attract more corporate events and awards ceremonies. Since taking over the venue 18 years ago, many global and national brands have chosen the landmark building for […]

Understanding UK recession and its impact on your finances

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The UK’s recent economic downturn has sparked discussions across the nation, with official figures indicating a recession at the end of last year. This period of economic contraction, marked by decreased consumer spending, strikes amidst a backdrop of rising inflation and interest rates, challenging households and businesses alike. For Personal Assistants, Executive Assistants, and Virtual […]

Attracting talented Personal Assistants

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Job markets are increasingly more competitive, and a bad hire can be a costly mistake. Joah Freeman, a journalism student at Brighton University, asked leading recruitment companies specialising in executive support for tips on finding and hiring Personal Assistants and Executive Assistants. Job descriptions to attract talented Personal Assistants Getting clear on job description is […]

Spring into wellness: A guide to seasonal nutrition for your wellbeing

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As nature awakens from its winter slumber, so too can we rejuvenate our wellbeing by aligning our nutrition with the vibrant energy of spring. With flowers blooming and temperatures rising, our bodies crave fresh, nourishing foods that support vitality and balance. In this article, our wellness partner Be In Your Elementโ€™s very own Nutritionist and […]