As England go into the knockout stages of Euro 24 championships many organisations will be tempted to ‘treat’ their employees by letting them watch the match together during working hours. While it may come from good intentions, the gesture could backfire if football, or indeed the excitement around the England team, is not for everyone. To maximise […]

The Meetings Industry Association (MIA) unveiled its vibrant new brand to critical acclaim at The Meetings Show. For over three decades, the MIA has been setting the industry standard for business meetings and events. At last week’s show that brought the sector together for two days of networking and education, MIA’s Fresh Identity is revealed. […]

More than 6,000 #eventprofs reunited at ExCeL London on 19-20 June for two days of insightful education, dynamic meetings and networking at The Meetings Show. The UK’s leading event for the meetings and incentives industry kicked off with a singalong, a dance-off and spontaneous poetry session as part of its innovative and inspiring education programme. […]

There still seems to be much confusion out there about the difference between a secretary, Personal Assistant (PA) and Executive Assistant (EA).  Adam Fidler, Founder and Director of Adam Fidler Academy, explains why an EA is not the same as a PA. Now, I’m not here to talk about secretaries, as that certainly isn’t a […]

Alcohol Awareness Week takes place 1 to 7 July 2024 and is an ideal opportunity for employers to take stock of the particular issues those working abroad face, and to consider putting alcohol misuse support for overseas employees in place, says Towergate Health & Protection. Sarah Dennis, head of international at Towergate Health & Protection, […]

Business Travel Show Europe celebrated its 30th anniversary at ExCeL London last week with another yearly increase in buyer numbers, this time rising by 5 per cent from 700 to 732. Overall attendee numbers were on par with 2023, which grew by 17 per cent over 2022, resulting in 4.5 buyers in the hall for every […]

The 10th anniversary edition of the London Christmas Party Show is just three weeks away! Mark your calendars for Tuesday 16th July (4pm – 8pm) & Wednesday 17th July (8:30am – 5pm) and join us Freemasons’ Hall, conveniently located near Holborn or Covent Garden Station. Register for here today This year promises to be the […]

Event organisers are increasingly looking to design corporate gatherings with wellbeing in mind – and Center Parcs has some great advice on how to prioritise the feel-good factor at corporate events… In today’s dynamic and fast-paced work landscape, the boundaries between professional and personal life have become increasingly blurred.  This has resulted in burnouts and […]

Research conducted by Henpicked: Menstruation Friendly and FitrWoman polled over 750 employers and employees on the topic of menstrual health in the workplace. Responses to the Breaking the Cycle survey revealed a state of affairs which needs to be addressed in order for us to create menstruation friendly workplaces… Normalising the conversation Fundamental to achieving […]

The business community came together to cheer Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce at its 230th anniversary with a special celebration event in early June… Sponsors, members and staff joined together at the Chamber’s Elliot House headquarters in the heart of the city centre to mark some of the key milestones of the Chamber and the […]

Venues of Excellence, the UK’s leading consortium for independent venues, is proud to announce that 5-star exclusive Scottish venue Mar Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort has joined its collection of outstanding conference and events venues, adding another fantastic independent Scottish venue to its membership. Prepare to be impressed by the exclusive Scottish venue Mar […]

Planning business travel for executives is a delicate dance between efficiency, comfort, and company policy. As a PA or EA, you’re the maestro of this intricate choreography. PA Life has put the most important points together in a handy PA’s guide to business travel and rounded up some of the best options available from trusted […]

With almost 26,000 coffee shops in the UK, it’s tempting for remote workers to join the latte-and-laptop crowd. But is mixing business and café culture such a good idea? Let’s take a good look at coffee shops vs coworking spaces… In September 2023, a Broadband Genie survey revealed that 23% of Brits work remotely from […]

SilverDoor shares insights on ADR trends as summer events calendar kicks off. With the UEFA EURO 2024 championship underway, Paris 2024 Olympic Games around the corner and Taylor Swift opening in London tonight for the latest leg of her Eras tour, new data released today by SilverDoor, in the world’s leading serviced apartment agent their accommodation […]

The festive season is fast approaching, and venues across South East England are gearing up to welcome your guests for this most magical time of the year. Whether you are looking for a lively joiner party, wish to host your own private corporate Christmas event or treat your team to a delectable festive lunch experience, […]

Cheltenham is a Regency spa and festival town with world-renowned sporting and cultural events, picturesque venues and provides the gateway to the Cotswolds. Recognised as the ‘cradle of cyber innovation for the UK’ and a hot spot for both cyber and digital businesses, Cheltenham is also a destination for business events. It’s perfect for delegates wishing […]

The vision is there: a conference, a corporate team gathering, a product launch or an awards ceremony. But before the invitations go out, a crucial first step awaits – finding the perfect venue. This space sets the stage for your event, impacting everything from atmosphere to logistics, and ultimately its success. But this is where […]

We discussed the importance of team building with some of PA Life’s Recommended Suppliers and asked Sophie Bailey from WorkTripp, Gabriella Thorn from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Sian Haywood from Foxhills and Alex Hewitt, CEO of AOK Events for their expert views. These event and teambuilding experts shared their views on why team building is so […]