Over 20 PA Life Club members were welcomed on overnight showcase visit on March 24th at Warwick Conferences, located within the leafy campus of University of Warwick… We met our hosts at Coventry station where we hopped on a coach for the 10-15 minute drive to the campus. The train journey from London Euston can […]

As a PA or EA, your responsibilities will not only vary day to day, but also between the different companies that you work for. Hiring and managing contractors as well as permanent members of staff is one such responsibility that you may be tasked with. This can often require a different approach in order to […]

As March, and Women’s History Month draws to an end we are pleased to bring you our last interview in the Inspiring Women series. Lilly Gentner, a journalism student, asked Leman Selamet, Commercial Director of The Landmark London and Group Director of Revenue of her career journey. She joined the Landmark in 2023 and is […]

We are pleased to share the latest venue news with you from Tamworth, West midlands as Drayton Manor Resort joins Venues of Excellence (VOE) in 2025… As a renowned theme park and resort with outstanding corporate meeting and event facilities, Drayton Manor joins a prestigious network of unique, diverse, and independent venues across the UK. […]

Malisa Shepherd, Hotel Manager at The Landmark London joins PA Life’s Inspiring Women series of interviews discussing what it takes to make it into the top leadership as a woman. Malisa draws from her extensive experience of working over 28 years within the hospitality industry, the last 14 of which she has spent working her […]

We are all keen to learn about future-proofing work and our roles as the workplace evolves. But what are the talent trends in 2025 and how are these impacting us?… Costs are one of the most pressing drivers affecting talent trends in 2025 Costs are a key factor as 69% believe budgets will be the […]

We are thrilled to be congratulating one of our Recommended Suppliers as The Eastside Rooms wins Best Business Events Venue of the Year. The West Midlands Tourism Awards, hosted at Edgbaston Park Stadium, recognises The Eastside Rooms’ excellence in delivering world-class events and conferences. This achievement also secures the venue a place on the shortlist for […]

PA Life wishes all mothers and those with mothering responsibilities a very happy Mother’s Day this Sunday. However, single mums of young kids this Mother’s Day may not have anyone to give them a card or flowers. A heart warming NEW initiative Hour To Give, from family charity MammaKind, has stepped in to make the […]

The travel landscape is forever on the move and geopolitical events shape it around the world. Business Travel Show Europe looks at matters shaping travel both in the US and Europe. Nearly half of European travel managers believe the ‘Trump affect’ will push travel costs to the United States up. Meanwhile, 83% of travel are […]

It’s less than a month until the inaugural Business Travel Show Asia Pacific’s Business Travel Innovation Faceoff. This April, for the first time ever, cutting-edge corporate travel suppliers will have the opportunity to showcase the latest technology and solutions at the show that’s already established itself as the leaving event in Europe and the US… […]

Are you currently planning your next event and need to find a perfect venue for it? Look no further than Destination Emirates Old Trafford! Based in Manchester, the world-renowned sporting venue and multi-purpose events destination is the ideal choice for any event, whether that’s a small or large-scale conference, gala dinner, or even your Christmas […]

Wellness in events is today a key component and delegate expectations show an increasing demand for  well thought out wellness content and fresh ideas. Central London venue Regent’s Events has announced the launch of an innovative, new wellness daily delegate rate (DDR) package, designed to reimagine the traditional delegate experience.  Created in collaboration with wellness […]

Warwick Conferences has a lot to offer beyond its excellent event facilities. It’s located within the stunning campus of University of Warwick and has long been dedicated to transforming the way training, events and conferences are run. PA Life is heading to Warwick on Monday 24th March for a visit to see the venues, to […]

Is it over for workplace traditionalists? Two-thirds of businesses are open to a four-day-week after 200 have already made the move permanent in the UK… In 2025, the standard five-day work week is starting to look like it might become a thing of the past. This comes as more businesses embrace flexibility and explore new […]

As part of celebrating women this Women’s History Month, PA Life talked to Jillian MacLean MBE who joins our Inspiring Women series. Jillian is CEO and Founder of the award-winning bar and restaurant group, Drake & Morgan. A highly regarded leisure entrepreneur with over 30 years’ experience, she founded Drake & Morgan, growing its portfolio to […]

PA Life talked to Alessandra Pittini,  Senior Events Executive in London about the unique former school venue she looks after in Covent Garden and why host your event at The Form Rooms… Let’s start with the key questions: why host your event at The Form Rooms? The location of The Form Rooms is a significant […]

The PA Show Spring 2025 has once again cemented its position as the must-attend event for PAs, EAs, VAs, and office professionals. Over two incredible days at Excel London, the show welcomed attendees, providing an unrivalled opportunity to learn, network, and connect with industry-leading suppliers. A huge thank you to the headline sponsor, SWR Business […]

Finding the right venue for your meetings is about more than just a room – it’s about creating the perfect environment for productivity, collaboration, and impact. Mary Sumner House, Westminster’s hidden venue ticks all the boxes. You can see it for yourself by joining the Open Day on April 2nd (booking link at the end […]