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Marja Toseland

B Corp on a budget: 7 steps small businesses can take today

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From reducing your email signature to switching coffee suppliers, experts reveal tips for businesses seeking to be certified for B Corp on a budget… With almost 240,000 UK businesses working towards B Corp certification, HR experts have revealed seven small, practical steps companies can take to begin their journey. Between 2023 and 2024, UK B […]

Visionary teach solutions compete for Business Travel Innovation Faceoff Europe 2025 Award

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One of the highlights at this year’s Business Travel Show Europe will be the companies behind visionary tech solutions compete for the Business Travel Innovation Faceoff 2025 award. The ten shortlisted startups and scale-ups will pitch cutting-edge solutions to industry veterans and a live audience of corporate travel decision-makers on 25-26 June at Excel London… […]

Imago Venues: showcasing sustainability creatively

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Sustainability in events shouldn’t feel like a tickbox. For planners, assistants, and organisers, it’s about making smart choices that reflect your values, without adding complexity. At Imago Venues, we know sustainability is most powerful when it’s practical. That’s why we’re focused on doing the right things behind the scenes, so you can focus on delivering […]

Pure launches a wholesale range to bring healthier food to people of the move  

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During the British Sandwich Week in May, Pure announced its intention to claim a bigger slice of the wholesale lunch pie. The new Food for Business services of Pure launched a new wholesale range with a delicious line-up of Pure’s most-loved food. Everything is still handmade in Pure’s own kitchens, but with a longer shelf […]

CEO of Olympia Events on the future of the historic venue

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In PA Life’s Summer 2025 Issue, we feature Andy O’Sullivan, CEO of Olympia Events. We talk about what lies ahead for Olympia, as the historic events venue transforms into an iconic entertainment destination, due to open from this Autumn.   Let’s start with what will be the main purpose of the new Olympia? The new […]

Olympia’s £1.3bn redevelopment a major boosts for growth in the UK

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London’s historic exhibition venue Olympia’s £1.3 billion redevelopment is a major boost for growth in the UK, injecting more than £600 million into the economy. The landmark project is fast becoming one of Britain’s most impactful cultural regeneration undertakings. Olympia will once again host conferences and events in its incredible spaces. The venue will be […]

Plan your day at the London Christmas Party Show

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Designed for busy corporate event planners, the London Christmas Party Show is free to attend and offers everything you need to kickstart your end-of-year event planning. Held at the brand-new Vision Hall, join us for our Event Buyers’ Day on Wednesday 9th July (8:30am-5pm). The Show combines invaluable networking opportunities with free workshops, seminars, delicious […]

Anything is Possible at Unique Venues Birmingham 

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The dedicated team of event professionals at Unique Venues Birmingham (UVB) create fabulous memorable events that will leave your guests talking about it long after the event itself. From small and intimate affairs to large lavish celebrations, and everything in between, anything is possible here at UVB.   An event hosted at UVB could never […]

PA Life Club member interview with Bianca Nicolae, Personal Assistant

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Our summer issue’s PA Life Club member interview features Bianca Nicolae, Personal Assistant at Imperial Hotels. Bianca’s talents and dedication on career journey from hospitality to a PA was recognised with the Rising Star Award 2024 at the PA Life Star Awards. What does a professional recognition such as this mean to you? Winning the […]

Breaking the stigma: men’s mental health in the workplace

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Ah, the classic British workplace where small talk about the weather is an art form, tea solves 99% of problems, and stress? Well, that just gets bottled up like a fine single malt. But let’s be real: no amount of biscuits in the break room can fix a silent mental health struggle. Mesi Balog and […]

The science of ‘travel lag’ vs jet lag for business travellers

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Business travel can be exciting and rewarding, but it also comes with a unique set of physical and mental demands. Laura Busby, Commercial Director, Good Travel Management compares the science behind ‘travel lag’ and jet lag for business travellers… While professionals jet between cities and time zones to meet tight deadlines, attend client meetings, or […]

Imago Venues: investing in the future of events 

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For Personal Assistants, choosing the right venue is about trust. It’s knowing the space delivers, the team understands the brief, and the experience runs smoothly from the initial enquiry to the final guest’s departure. At Imago Venues, we understand this and we’re making it easier than ever.  Flexible spaces: don’t expect anything less at Imago […]

“Don’t be funny, be human.” Beth Sherman shares tips for using humour in business ahead of The Meetings Show

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“Don’t be funny, be human” is a key take-away from Beth Sherman, comedian and comedy writer who shares her top tips for using humour in business to aid connection, persuasion and impact ahead of her appearance at The Meetings Show 2025. The 7-time Emmy-winning comedy writer will deliver a session Humorizing Business: Laughter As A […]

Event Photography Awards 2025 celebrates talented winners & stunning shots

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The eleventh annual Event Photography Awards 2025 were a truly fantastic celebration of talent. PA Life joined 250 guests on Wednesday 28 May at 66 Portland Place, the home of RIBA, just a few days before the venue closes for a multi-million-pound renovation. Graham Hill, Competition & Event Director, who’s been the driving force behind […]

What your desk says about you: 6 office personalities revealed

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From doodles and ring lights to Post-its and plants, here are six modern office personality types. See what your desk says about you – good to know that a messy desk isn’t a bad thing… Our desks can offer a surprising window into our work personalities, according to organisation design and culture professor, Dr. Paula Thompson. […]

Meet Venues of Excellence & members at The Meetings Show

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Discover the UK’s premier event venues, where quality, diversity, and excellence converge to create unforgettable experiences. Even better, you can meet Venues of Excellence and these member venues at The Meetings Show on 25-26 June at Excel London… Venues of Excellence (VOE) is the UK’s premier collection of outstanding event venues, setting the standard for […]

Whispering Angel: the Official Rosé Partner of Formula 1® raises a toast at Silverstone

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Following the recent announcement of Whispering Angel as the Official Rosé Partner of Formula 1®, the brand continues to bring its signature blend of Elegance and Exhilaration to the world’s most thrilling racing experience… Whispering Angel, the world-renowned rosé from Château d’Esclans, proudly builds on its role as the Official Rosé Partner of Formula 1® […]

Inside The National Gallery’s exciting new event spaces in the transformed Sainsbury Wing

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Last month’s much-awaited reopening of the Sainsbury Wing will house the National Gallery’s exciting new event spaces. PA Life joined industry leaders, partners and clients of the gallery at the exclusive opening event on 22 May to experience stunning transformation of the new space. The Grade I listed Sainsbury Wing was officially reopened to the […]