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Marja Toseland

Win the ultimate summer party at Swingers – the Crazy Golf Club

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Here’s your chance to win the ultimate summer party at Swingers for up to 20 guests. ⛳ Treat your team to an unforgettable day out with our exclusive June competition, courtesy of Swingers West End. One lucky winner will receive a fully hosted summer party for up to 20 guests at Swingers, the crazy golf […]

Scottish Association Survey: meeting sector’s unprecedented economic contribution

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VisitScotland Business Events has released the results of its annual Scottish Association Survey, revealing the association meeting sector’s unprecedented economic contribution to the visitor economy of nearly £350 million, double the 2022/23 figure.  The latest research from VisitScotland also shows that there has been a considerable rise in delegate attendance. Over 146,000 delegates visited the country in the last financial […]

Restaurant review: TOZI Pizzeria & Cicchetti Bar at Battersea Power Station

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Our Editor paid a visit to the buzzing London neighbourhood at Battersea Power Station to dine at TOZI Pizzeria & Cicchetti Bar. Tozi means ‘a close-knit group of friends’ in Venetian slang, a great name for this vibrant restaurant serving the most amazing cicchetti – plates of delicious dishes meant for sharing… TOZI is located […]

A City icon reimagined: St Stephen Walbrook – London’s most atmospheric new event venue

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A City icon has been reimagined, making St Stephen Walbrook into London’s most atmospheric new event venue. The stunning church, a place of inspiration, connection, and celebration for centuries is now available for event hire in the heart of London’s financial district… In the heart of the Square Mile, just a stone’s throw from Bank […]

Plan the ultimate summer party: top tips from Swingers West End 

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Summer is the perfect season to celebrate. Whether you’re planning a company get-together, client event or just a well-earned team social, the right venue and atmosphere can turn a good party into a great one. That’s where Swingers West End comes in — the ultimate destination for sun-soaked celebrations with a twist.  Here are five […]

Top suppliers & best event inspiration awaits at London Christmas Party Show!

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London Christmas Party Show is fast approaching! Mark your calendars for Tuesday 8th July (4pm – 8pm) and Wednesday 9th July (8:30am – 5pm) and join us at Vision Hall, King’s Cross’ newest event venue.  The Show will once again bring together the UK’s leading event venues and most creative suppliers with top event planners […]

Events at Fishmongers’ Hall draw from 750 years of history

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PA Life Leading Venues of London is delighted to be co-hosting the autumn showcase on October 7th at Fishmongers’ Hall. This City of London landmark has been a catalyst for connection, change and impact for an incredible 750 years. Today, the beautifully restored riverside spaces offer the ideal setting for thoughtful planning, meaningful conversation, and […]

From Chaos to Clarity: the true value of a TMC 

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Managing business travel and meetings without a solid strategy can quickly descend into chaos—disconnected systems, forgotten policies, and teams arriving via completely different routes. This is where a Travel Management Company (TMC) like Clarity steps in, turning disorder into seamless, structured efficiency.  People: expertise that powers efficiency In the absence of a TMC, personal and […]

The Ministry–a refreshing take on corporate events

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Looking to plan a corporate event that feels a little less… corporate? The Ministry offers something different, without compromising on the essentials.  Tucked away in London SE1, just a short walk from Borough and Waterloo, The Ministry is a converted Victorian factory that blends character with functionality. This is not just another blank space—it is […]

Meetings, conferences, and events at the Etihad Campus!  

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Our sole mission for events at the Etihad Campus is to deliver unrivalled and wonderfully unique customer experiences. We firmly believe that every event is as individual as the person behind it, so we will not only support you with a personalised and friendly service, we will also push boundaries and explore new and engaging […]

An EA’s guide to organising an office wellness week

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Mesi Balog, Workplace Wellbeing Consultant & Founder of Treat Your Staff discusses the value of raising awareness on employee mental health and well-being, and doing this in a truly meaningful way. Organising an office wellness week is the perfect way for companies to prioritise employee well-being in a fun and engaging way… While mental health […]

Becoming employee owned: Inconnection embraces the benefits

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What does it mean in practice for a company to become an employee owned business? We hear from the founder of Inconnection, a Manchester headquartered live events, incentive & hospitality agency which has taken the step for the benefit of all its staff. And it makes business sense too… Image: senior leadership team, from left […]

Summer issue special: top venues for meetings and events across the UK

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We’ve put together a collection of top venues for meeting and events across the UK to help EAs, PAs and other event organisers in their search for their perfect event location. The feature is also published in our latest magazine, Summer 2025 Issue – you can read all PA Life digital versions here. Corporate hospitality […]

Maximise your event budget: why an agency is your best investment

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As a busy and highly effective PA or EA, you manage a wide range of tasks, from organising meetings to coordinating complex schedules. Similar skills are needed for effective event planning, but the stakes are higher, deadlines are non-negotiable, and expectations are often greater. Leaning into the expertise of an event agency can be the […]

Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant: what’s in a job title? 

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There has always been much debate and controversy, over the Executive Assistant job title and that of a Personal Assistant. Adam Fidler has been training assistants for over 10 years and is still witnessing the job titles being a bone of contention, acknowledging the challenge of finding the ‘right’ title for everyone in the business […]

The need for more inclusive business travel: minority groups not a priority

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Latest research from Business Travel Show Europe highlights the need for more inclusive corporate travel. Minority groups, including those with additional needs, are not a priority in business travel policies and programmes… Ahead of Pride Month, new data published today reveals that minority groups of business travellers are being considered less. These include those from […]

PA Profile: Matthias Jahn, Executive Assistant at a global investment bank

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PA Life met up with Matthias Jahn, an experienced Executive Assistant working at a global investment bank in London… Matthias is originally from a small town just outside Berlin, where he embarked on an education at a hospitality school after his A-levels. The three-year training included a year abroad to gain work experience, which he […]

The cost of distraction at meetings and events 

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Exclusive Collection has launched a new insight paper on navigating the impact of reduced attention spans of today’s audiences. This leads to distraction at meetings and events affective ROI and especially ROE – return on experience. The paper, NETWORKING4.0, is based on quantitative insights from clients and is co-authored by Peter Mandeno PhD, an expert […]