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Stuart O'Brien

Fortune will ensure your event hits the high notes

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Back in June 2014, Fortune were chosen to perform at the annual PA awards in the London Hippodrome. Their show-stopping set had every guest out of their seat (and many on the stage) โ€“ It would be a watershed moment and help transition the band from original music to full time events. Fast forward six […]

RECOMMENDED SUPPLIER: Pulseroll fitness training, wellbeing & recovery

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Pulseroll are UK leaders in fitness training, recovery and wellbeing products whilst utilising the benefits of vibration technology. The Pulseroll products are being used by elite athletes, fitness enthusiasts and rehabilitation professionals. The benefits of vibration therapy include increased circulation, improved mobility and reduced muscle soreness. Pulseroll products are scientifically proven to increase range of […]

Enter the Hello Hospitality Pick ‘n’ Six prize draw to win overnight stays and more

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As part of its sixth birthday celebrations Hello Hospitality is giving PA Life readers the chance to win some great prizes in its September Pick ‘n’ Six prize draw. All you need to do is click here to enter – there are four prizes up for grabs, including: An overnight bed & breakfast stay for […]

40% of employees feel they don’t have job security

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Just 30% of employees are ‘resilient’ while also showing that resilience can triple when employers adopt a well-rounded programme of support. That’s according to AON’s The Rising Resilient report, which says employees with poor resilience have 55% lower engagement at work and are 42% less likely to want to stay with their employer. In the […]

Worldโ€™s ‘Best Luxury Hotel’ brands 2020 revealed

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Luxury Travel Intelligence hasย revealed its much-anticipated Worldโ€™s Best Luxury Hotelย Brandsย list for 2020, withย Six Senses (pictured) taking top spot for the first time. LTI says it has taken the past 12 months to apply the perfect assessment process, comprising a ‘rigorously defined algorithm’ that measures the performance and values of luxury hotelย brands. The algorithm includes 123 […]

Taking a lunch break? Only 1 in 5 do

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Just one in five workers use their lunch break to actually eat lunch every day โ€“ with others using the time to catch up on personal errands and browse social media instead. A study of 2,000 UK professionals found 79 per cent will tuck into their food as they work, so they can use their […]

Customer service in hospitality under microscope in Understanding Excellence white paper

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Make Venues has launched a new report that delves into the need for – and nuances of customer service. The white paper, โ€˜Understanding Excellenceโ€™, provides detailed discussion about the meaning of service in business and what the event industry can learn from leading brands. In particular, it looks at how household brands such as Warby […]

IBTM World: Inspiring the events industry to deliver exceptional experiences

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Join IBTM Worldโ€™s elite Hosted Buyer programme this December. IBTMโ€™s bespoke matchmaking programme will connect senior-level event organisers with leading suppliers across the world, matched to budget and business needs, ensuring you make the most of your time and money. Now more than ever, it is important to stand out from the competition and make […]

RECOMMENDED SUPPLIER: Grazing ‘Desk Dine’ corporate catering

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By Sam Hurst, Chief Executive, Grazing Catering Here at Grazing, our mission has always been to make the working day a little easier and whole lot tastier. COVID-19 isnโ€™t going to change this mission and weโ€™re now striving to make things even easier and tastier, whilst also ensuring we keep our staff and customers safe […]

Five things you need to do this month

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Summer’s (almost) over, the kids are back at school and we’re slowly emerging from lockdown – September’s shaping up to be a busy month for all of us.ย The good news is that we have plenty of awesome things lined up for you to do to help get your office back up to speed, refresh your […]

Are you drinking enough water? One in 10 adults claim theyโ€™re โ€˜too busyโ€™ to

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More than one in 10 adults claim theyโ€™re โ€˜too busyโ€™ to drink more water. A study of 2,000 Brits revealed they drink an average of five glasses of water a day โ€“ but 28 per cent said they donโ€™t always remember to stay hydrated. It also emerged that disliking the taste could be among the […]

The average adult will cough up nearly ยฃ1million in bills over their lifetime

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The average adult will cough up nearly ยฃ1million in bills over their lifetime – and now spends more on tech than they do on utilities, a study has found. O2 research polling 2,000 UK adults found they will personally spend a total of ยฃ926,720 on gas, electricity, water, their phone and other bills. An average […]

Learn from the best at Venues + Events Live Digital

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Venues + Events Live Digital (23-24 September) will provide an opportunity for learning and discussion throughout a challenging time. Learn and engage with key experts who will be tackling current industry issues and vital updates. Sessions include: Venues for the Year Ahead: Explore the latest venues for your upcomingย requirements as the industry looks forward to […]

Maiden Voyage launches COVID-19 Business Traveller Safety eLearning

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Maiden Voyage has launched its new COVID-19 Traveller Safety eLearning for Business Travellers. As some organisations start to reintroduce business travel, employers are looking for advice on how to best support those who are required to travel as part of their jobs, many of whom have concerns about catching COVID-19 whilst travelling. The eLearning provides […]

Private business jet charter: safe, efficient, and surprisingly cost-effective

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By Terry Farthing, Managing Director, London Jet Charter Social distancing is changing the way we do business, not least in terms of travel. Itโ€™s not just about following guidelines; many of us simply wonโ€™t risk the health of our families or colleagues. Lives and jobs may depend on it. Private jet charter puts the safety […]

Hello Hospitality invests in the future of events with #SixOfTheBest initiative

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Hello Hospitality is celebrating its sixth birthday by investing in both its offering and a belief in the future of the events industry – supported by a #SixOfTheBest top tips initiative. Six years ago, Hello Hospitality, (formerly Signature Sales Support & Services), was launched by Kathryn Clarke (pictured), with a passion for the hospitality and […]

ACADEMIC VENUES: Conference Oxford

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The team at Conference Oxford canโ€™t wait to start welcoming people through its doors again. The 68 University and college venues are busy working to ensure that the correct measures and processes are in place to allow for the safe return of students, staff and, of course, clients. Contact Conference Oxford and you can start […]

CORPORATE GIFTING: Popkakery letterbox treats and gift boxes

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By Melissa Damjanovic Darbari, Director, PopKakery We have come across a survey which shows that as many as one in six British businesses have sent gifts to the homes of their employees, by way of thanking them for their hard work and ongoing support, with a further one in three considering a similar act of […]