Finding Gold Dust – How to Create Exceptional Customer Experiences by Gavin Scott was published in December and has been number one on Amazon in three categories, including the Secretarial and Admin Category. One of Gavin’s long-term goals is to be a Key Person of Influence (KPI) in Customer Service and he has always kept […]

ATG, one of the world’s fastest-growing travel management networks, has announced the appointment of ACE Travel Management (ACE) as its official U.K. partner. ACE Travel was formed in 1992 and specializes in providing a comprehensive Business Travel Management service to the corporate sector in London and the South East through its offices in Brentwood, Essex […]

Gordon “Butch” Stewart was a Jamaican businessman who founded Sandals and Beaches Resorts. Gordon grew up in Jamaica and was an entrepreneur from a young age. From buying a canoe at age 12 and using it to catch fish to beginning a business of ferrying rich tourists from their yachts to the shore and back, Gordon […]

By Emma Quainton, Head of Business Development, Hope Health Hope Health is a company committed to protecting mental health and wellbeing. From mental health first aid training to wellness webinars, promote wellbeing in your business with this wellbeing guide for 2021: January – New Year New You – A new year means time to focus and […]

After a successful event last year, PA Life Summit is set to return in September. The PA Life Summit is a unique experience created specifically for senior PAs, EAs, Office Managers and Corporate Bookers. As a delegate you have the chance to meet with top industry suppliers with innovative products and services. As a supplier you have […]

Karen is the PA to Andy Tookey, the Managing Partner of Baily Garner, a construction consultancy covering a majority of the UK with offices in both Eltham and Birmingham. PA Life spoke with Karen about how she secured her current position and her thoughts on PA Life Club… How did you get your current job? […]

Greengage Travel and Event Solutions has launched the ECOsmart Hotels & Venues Directory, showcasing hand-picked properties across the UK that demonstrate an eco-friendly approach. The programme is designed to make it easier for event organisers and corporate travellers looking for greener meeting or accommodation options. Andrew Perolls, CEO of Greengage Travel & Event Solutions, feels […]

Recently the news has been filled with venues offering their facilities to the NHS. In England, COVID-19 vaccines are being delivered from 206 hospital hubs, 1,200 local vaccination service sites and 50 vaccination centres located in large-scale venues, such as football stadiums. Here are just some of the venues who have opened their doors: Hampshire Court […]

Today, PA Life teamed up with Arctic Fox Events to bring PA Life Club members and readers an exciting virtual day at the races. Taking place during lunchtime, this engaging experience gave attendees the chance to boost their virtual funds through competition and placing bets on their favourite horses. Hosted by Blue Hat Team Building, experts in […]

Venues of Excellence announce to members two new partners who have joined the Preferred Partner Programme in 2021. Mayan Furniture was first introduced to the Venues of Excellence Members when they exhibited at the annual conference in 2020. Members were really impressed by the team and the bespoke nature of their contract furniture which is […]

The digital change brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic has changed companies’ adoption of technology and transformed business and the way we work forever.  Plandisc, the world’s first digital and interactive circular planning tool, reports a 45% increase in users relying on Plandisc’s tool for 2021 across December 2020 and January 2021 compared to the […]

Warwick Conferences has been commended for its ‘outstanding approach to sustainability’ after achieving the prestigious ECOSmart Gold Status by Greengage Solutions. Receiving the gold award, Warwick Conferences demonstrated high standards of environmental sustainability. ECOSmart Gold Status is an industry standard accreditation, awarded to hotels and meeting venues that can demonstrate an eco-friendly approach in five […]

Often after the excitement of Christmas and celebrating the start of the New Year, the January Blues kick in. This year, with the national lockdown and the new pressures this brings, it has been even tougher. So, looking after your mental health has never been more important. Blue Monday, thought to be the most depressing […]

Experience Oxfordshire Venues will be attending this year’s virtual MeetEngland event to promote Oxfordshire as a destination for business visits and events. Taking place on the 9th and 11th February 2021, MeetEngland Virtual is bringing together international buyers to connect online with destinations to discover the high-quality business events offer across England. MeetEngland Virtual is […]

Helping to keep the wheels of business turning, technology has become vital in these challenging times. From Zoom and Microsoft Teams to Nifty and Otter.ai, we are all looking for ways to increase our productivity through technology and that is way PA Life has launched ‘App of the month’. Plandisc, is the world’s first digital […]

Launched last year, PERSY London Limited is London’s first APP for an all electric black taxi service. Dedicated to offering a high-quality professional service, all drivers are qualified with London’s “knowledge”, CRB checked and have LEVC TXE Electric six-seater taxis. PERSY London’s green credentials are in line with the LEVC TXE taxi that the drivers use (electric only), […]

At the PA Life Star Awards, Romy Ashmore was awarded Multi-Tasker of the Year 2020. Romy is an Executive Assistant at RM Results and in March 2019 was offered the opportunity to undertake training to become a mental health and well-being champion. PA Life spoke with Romy to find out more about her experience and how she felt […]

PA Life has teamed up with Arctic Fox Events and Escape Team Events to bring you Rogue Agent. Escape Team Events is part of a multi award-winning company which specialises in creating physical and virtual events for clients across the world to suit a variety of needs. Taking place on Thursday 4th February at 2:30pm, […]