AOK has teamed up with Exclusive Collection to create a portfolio of online activities, which will include real-time events from next year. The activities have been developed in response to Covid-19 and are suitable online, as a hybrid event or face-to-face. The scenarios have been devised to help organisations engage, develop relationships or celebrate achievements, while […]

By Yvonne D’Costa Times are changing and travelharbour is changing with them. As corporate travel and events evolve in response to the current climate, travelharbour is here to help businesses get back on track with their plans, safely and confidently. Looking out for your business Different industries are responding and returning to a new normal […]

PA Life and Forum Events are looking for a venue partner for the 2021 PA life Summit, which next year will incorporate the London Venues Summit. The PA Life Summit is a business-to-business event which attracts over 70 PAs and EAs who will attend workshops and face-to-face meetings over the course of the day. The annual networking […]

Keele University Events and Conferencing has been awarded the Best Academic/Research Institution Meeting Venue at the CHS Awards 2020. The virtual award ceremony presented 10 industry awards with over 150 hospitality professionals attending to celebrate excellence and success within the Hospitality Industry. 2020 has been an incredibly challenging year for all venues servicing the MICE […]

There is an existing legislation from HMRC that means that businesses can reward staff without feeling it in the pocket. For rewards worth up to £50, the HMRC Trivial Benefits exemption allows employers to reward their staff without incurring additional costs, to help save on the things that matter most. With this in mind, Gail […]

PA Forum has announced plans for a virtual ceremony to celebrate the winners of its sought-after ‘West Midlands PA Awards’, recognising the region’s business support community. The awards will be live streamed from 7pm on 25th November and are backed by headline sponsors Katie Bard and Conference Care. Finalists include EAs, PAs and VAs from the likes of PwC, Aldi, Aston University and University of Birmingham, all of whom are hoping to receive one of the […]

Technology is the driving force behind many significant milestones, with some operations and services simply not being possible without it. Some industries appear to have benefited from technology more than others, so what are these sectors? Here are the top five sectors where technology has become a game-changer: Food Delivery Food deliveries used to be […]

By The Meetings Industry Association The Meetings Industry Association has received formal clarification that business meetings and events for up to 30 delegates can take place during the second national lockdown. Jane Longhurst, Chief Executive of The Meetings Industry Association, said: “We received confirmation from the Department of Culture Media & Sport (DCMS) that business meetings and […]

To support the industry in these uncertain times, PA Life is offering a subscription to the PA Life Club for only £9.99 + VAT until April 2021. Please click here to sign up today! Benefits include Monthly competitions bespoke to Club members only – please click here to see previous winners Exclusive monthly Club newsletter […]

From interactive celebrity cookery courses through to magic-filled Christmas parties, creative content specialist Fruitful reveal how they are successfully helping businesses to build team morale online while employees continue to ‘WFH’. Working from home has quickly become the new normal. The office buzz that helped build team spirit has been replaced by the humming of […]

By Jennifer Macdonald Working from home has become the norm for many office workers with 68% of working adults reporting that they have had to work in new ways since the pandemic began. As a result, Glass Digital have been researching how offices might change post Covid-19. For example, company owners will prioritise touch-free technology, […]

By James Morton Having the right stationery can make life much easier and save time. However, many people have been left adrift straddling office and home working. So, what stationery essentials do you need? Stapler and staple remover The type of stapler that works best for you will depend on the work you’re doing – […]

By Matteo Ressa, ChefPassport Founder, CEO Explore culinary and cultural learning with Digital Top Chef Instructors, all from the safety and comfort of home.  Are you tired of working with suppliers who think that putting a Zoom call together certifies their abilities to event manage and produce unforgettable virtual experiences? Look no further, ChefPassport do […]

Creative event agency SevenEvents are experts in helping clients communicate and engage with audiences through live and digital event experiences. Operating out of Mayfair, with a second office in Birmingham, SevenEvents offer a full range of event management services for a wide range of corporate clients. Providing honest and creative advice whilst appreciating timescales and […]

The PA Life virtual Christmas party incorporating the PA Life Star Awards is coming soon. Taking place from 4pm on 3rd December, PA Life has teamed up with First Event to bring you a cracking virtual Christmas party. In addition, to recognise the hard work and dedication of PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers, the PA […]

By Claire Morris Gimblett’s Guide to the Best of British Cheeses has been published in celebration of British cheesemakers just as Covid threatens the future of the industry. The first published guide focusing purely on cheese, not only highlights the very best in British cheesemaking, but also provides tasting notes and drink matching to enhance […]

Event planning platform Feast It has partnered with hundreds of the best food and drink suppliers across the country. Offering cookalong sessions for teams looking to get interactive in the kitchen, cocktail classes from master mixologists, as well as wreath-making sessions from some of the country’s top florists, Feast It’s virtual parties are just as […]

We are happy to announce the appointment of Hayley Somerscales as the new Editor of PA Life. Hayley has experience in both print and digital media. For the past two years she has specialised in digital content, PR and SEO for a range of industries, including medical, travel, gaming and finance. Previous to this she […]