We sat down with Juliet Tolley, PA at the Home Office, Digital Data and Technology department, with over 30 years of experience within the Government, to uncover what her dream job looks like. How did you come to be a Personal Assistant? I always wanted to be a secretary! I was born organised and really […]

Adam Fidler, Founder of Adam Fidler Academy, the UK’s leading provider of education to professional assistants, looks at a more informal approach to CPD and how to include it in your career  journey. The Adam Fidler Academy is constantly being asked by our clients requesting an in-house training session to remind EAs and PAs about […]

Our Editor Marja Leena spent a weekend in Vienna, in one of Europe’s cultural capitals staying in the hub of it at the luxury five star Hilton Vienna Park. The hotel overlooks the Stadtpark, one of the many green and pleasant parks in the city. So, what’s Vienna like as a leisure, and meetings and […]

We spoke to Kerrin MacPhie, Chief Executive at The Meetings Industry Association, or mia as it’s commonly known. Kerrin took over the reins last November as the only salaried position within the association’s board of business meetings and events heavyweights… The mia is the largest, longest standing and most influential trade body operating within the […]

Butlin’s Big Weekenders provide event planners with a stress-free template for delivering unforgettable festival themed events for their clients. At Butlin’s, event profs will find everything they need to create their own festival—from world-class equipment on three professional stages, to accommodation and dining—all supported by the experience of the Butlin’s Big Weekenders experts. Butlin’s knows […]

IMAGINE. An experience that’ll take you, your staff and family to the spirit of the roaring 20s. The Midas I, a luxury gifting concierge, is working with the great Untitled drinks maker to deliver unforgettable experiences one cannot forget. Roger Allen, the Founder of the Midas I: “We have partnered Untitled this Christmas so we […]

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve’s bespoke Christmas packages offer something for everyone. Whether you’re after an end-of-year conference, team-building activities, an evening of celebrations, or a full day itinerary, the venue’s dedicated team can tailor your event to your needs. Delivering exceptional festive events with conservation at their heart, Port Lympne offers the ideal opportunity […]

MeetbeyondLondon.com in an easy to navigate website offering you inspiration for exciting meeting and event spaces for hire close to London and signposts you directly to the venues to make enquiries.   You can find a multitude of venues from historic attractions which provide exciting backdrops to your next event, to academic venues with large-capacity […]

Our Media Manager Carina checked into the five star Tower Suites, a stunning hotel in one of London’s most iconic locations overlooking the Tower of London. The hotel boasts Senior and Executive Suites as well as individual studios. The luxury finishes create a perfect retreat for relaxing after a busy day of enjoying all that […]

Outdoor meetings are continuing to grow in trend with additional wellbeing benefits according to Ruslana Yarmolyuk, the new General Manager at The Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa in Sheffield. “Rooftop bars, tipis, to curb-side dining areas that channel Parisienne café culture is a surprising trend to emerge from the pandemic. Many hotels, including ours, […]

If you still haven’t planned your staff Christmas Party, then don’t worry, you’re not the only one. However, as the clock is ticking, you really do need to find an organisation that can deliver a safe, enjoyable, all-inclusive package with great food options and entertainment. At YourVENUE, we’ve got a variety of Festive options at […]

This year Huggg is making it easier than ever to send the best Christmas gifts to your staff. Their 2022 selection of festive gifts is the biggest and best yet. Download Huggg’s brand-new interactive festive gift guide. What gifts can I send with Huggg’s festive gift guide? Huggg’s range of thoughtful, sustainable and cost-effective Christmas […]

Sustainability has become a major consideration for every business. Whatever we do, there is a responsibility to reduce our impact on the environment. And meetings are no different. In fact, Marriott Bonvoy Events conducted research with meeting bookers revealing that over 60% of them consider sustainability when they choose a venue. Sustainability in meeting venues […]

IBTM World launches visitor registration as the organisers report strong support for the event that’s theme is culture creation this year. Visitor registration is now open for IBTM World 2022, which will take place at Fira, Barcelona, from the 29th of November to the 1st of December, with the world’s leading buyers and suppliers expected […]

The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has called on government to reform the UK pensions system through recommendations that could see median earners’ savings boosted by 25%. Under the current system the association has warned that more than 50% of savers will fail to meet pensions saving targets set by the Pensions Commission in […]

Pivot British Bar & Bistro in Coven Garden are offering a generous 50% off PA Life Club members’ food bill. The offer is available for lunch and dinner bookings at Pivot British Bar & Bistro for a maximum of 4 people per bookings. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion and it […]

PA Life Club members can enjoy an additional 10% off your order from premium ready to serve cocktails specialist SNS Cocktails. You can take advance of this great offer with your personal discount code. You’ll find you code when you complete the SNS Cocktails and PA Life form – see link below. OFFER 1 – […]

The team at The 616 Venue has created a luxury venue out of a beautiful barn and its surrounding buildings, nestled in the famous Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire. We recently hosted a client who’d booked the venue for a corporate getaway. Post-pandemic they had some serious ground to cover but we knew that they also […]