Current search data shows a significant 27% increase in searches for remote work. Whilst some companies have honed in on creating a great remote working culture, other companies are still debating whether remote working can work for them. Instant Offices are here to tell you that successful communication, cultivating a positive company culture and having […]
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10 minutes with Lindsay Taylor on inspiring women to make their mark
We spoke to Lindsay Taylor, multi-award winning author, trainer, coach, plus a co-founder and Director of Your Excellency Limited as part of our Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day series. Lindsay is also a learning and development specialist and highly regarded in the EA and PA community. And that’s not all as she’s also […]
Abigail Solieri – at the heart of world’s first interactive football and dining experience
With International Women’s Day behind us for another year, let’s keep the conversation alive about inclusivity and other important issues affecting women. Women’s History Month is still in full swing, running through the whole of March. To celebrate the incredible women of the past, and those inspiring us today, we are interviewing women from different […]
Why we need women CEOs: Naomi Aharony founder and owner of Reboot Online
As part of our Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day series of interviews we asked Naomi Aharony, founder and owner of Reboot Online, Why we need Women CEOs. “I believe female CEO’s can bring a different perspective to a business, as they encounter different personal experiences compared to males which can help in the […]
Women’s History Month: 10 minutes with Lily Shippen, a recruitment specialist
Our coverage of successful and inspiring women continues throughout March, during Women’s History Month. Next in our series of interviews we talked to Lily Shippen, founder of Lily Shippen Recruitment… “My career has been marked by significant highlights, including the opportunity to build a business from the ground up. This experience has not only been […]
5 pieces of advice from a female CEO
There are 5 things a female CEO wishes she knew when she started out as an entrepreneur. The CEO is Samantha Gilchrist, the owner of the Gilchrist Collection, started building her wedding venue empire in 2017 after 15 years of being a wedding photographer. She’s keen to share her story to help women who are climbing […]
Young motivational speaker Vanessa Sam – inspiring others since age 9
Happy International Women’s Day! We are marking this important day – and also Women’s History Month that runs the whole of March – by featuring amazing women such as a young motivational speaker Vanessa Sam. Joah Freeman spoke to the 17-year old star in the making who already has a incredible list of job titles […]
Female founded luxury scarf brand Shaku and International Women’s Day go hand in hand
Meet Shakera Tayub – the founder behind luxury scarf brand Shaku putting a vibrant, multicultural twist on timeless floral designs. Her journey from Mumbai to the British countryside informs both her artisanal aesthetics and her mission to create sustainable slow fashion that stands the test of time. In our PA Life International Women’s Day exclusive, Shakera […]
International Women’s Day: Mandy Jennings, Venues of Excellence
PA Life’s Sienna Shipton talked to Mandy Jennings as part of our International Women’s Day series of interviews featuring inspirational women. The series covers women across different industries and professions, however we have found a common quality in all the women and that’s a believe in their own abilities and drive to succeed. Mandy’s impressive […]
Inspirational women in the MICE industry: Catherine Bird, Center Parcs
PA Life spoke to Catherine Bird, National Sales Manager at Center Parcs Conferences & Events, as part of our International Women’s Day interview series with influential women across different industries. Catherine, or Cat, as she is widely known as, has a wealth of experience gained at her previous roles at Lime Venue Portfolio, De Vere […]
Marking International Women’s Day: Felicity Barnard, Ascot Racecourse
PA Life talked to Felicity Barnard, Commercial Director and Deputy CEO of Ascot Racecourse, as part of our International Women’s Day 2024 series where we uncover how talented and successful women have made it to the top of their game. The women we interview represent different professions from a multitude of industries and fields, but […]
International Women’s Day: Inclusion and female leaders
The International Women’s Day 2024 campaign United Nations theme is Inspire Inclusion. When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we are creating a better world for everyone. PA Life is marking International Women’s Day 2024 by featuring outstanding female leaders in their filed. We talked to a number of MICE industry’s managers […]
Increase your awesomeness with PA Life’s Online Courses
Put the extra time you might have during lockdown to good use with our huge selection of online courses, made just for you. Available via the PA Life website and specially curated by an expert team, there are more than 100 courses available to help develop your career – and yourself. And the list covers those […]
Embracing team-building benefits and trends for success for all
In the dynamic landscape of today’s corporate world, the significance of fostering a cohesive and motivated workforce cannot be overstated. Team-building events have emerged as a powerful tool for businesses to enhance collaboration, boost morale, and drive productivity. As we navigate the ever-evolving business terrain, several team-building trends are gaining prominence. Venues, such as Center […]
10 minutes with Sandeep Singh, MD of Athena, Leicester’s premier events venue
PA Life talked to Sandeep Singh, the Managing Director of Athena – an impressive Art Deco events venue in Leicester’s cultural quarter – who is on a mission to attract more corporate events and awards ceremonies. Since taking over the venue 18 years ago, many global and national brands have chosen the landmark building for […]
Restaurant review: Archway Battersea, neighbourhood Italian with a twist
Our Editor dined at Archway, an intimate neighbourhood restaurant by Battersea Park, close to Battersea Power Station. This relative new comer, opened in early 2023, is a hidden gem – literally – as it’s tucked away from street view under an old railway arch. Archway is part of Spook London, the modern hospitality company which […]
Get ready for Comedy In The Office launch!
Studies show that humour in the workplace can reduce stress and lighten the load mentally. And let’s face it, that’s something every workplace needs. That’s why we’ve launched Comedy In The Office. Alongside our hand-selected comedians, we offer a range of fun and interactive training sessions and event entertainment options to support your business needs. […]
Romance scam alert: Don’t let a Cybercriminal be your Valentine
Happy Valentine’s day! Matt Cooke, Cybersecurity Strategy, EMEA at Proofpoint is urging UK end-users to be alert this Valentine’s day, and the whole Valentine week as romance takes over our inboxes and social media feeds. He wants to send a serious message to all of us to be vigilant as more and more scammers are looking for […]