PA Life Summits
A Meet the Buyer Event
2025 Date and Venue coming soon!
The PA Life Summit is specifically designed for senior PAs and EAs who want to find solution providers and discover innovative opportunities to help respond to the daily challenges of their professional lives.
This event is a small, niche event unlike other large, busy exhibitions and conferences.
Experience a day of private meetings with corporate suppliers of venues, corporate gifting, hospitality and travel managers.
The Format
- Enjoy a bespoke itinerary of pre-arranged meetings with industry suppliers who match your requirements
- Meet with service providers from the comfort of your own Delegate Booth
- Attend a series of insightful seminars led by industry experts
- Networking throughout with fellow PAs and EAs who share your challenges
- Lunch and refreshments included
Registration from 8am, closing at 8:45am. First seminar will start at 8:45am.
View pictures from our previous summits HERE.
If you are a PA or EA and would like to secure your free space to the PA Life Summit please complete the booking form. For any enquiries you can contact Laura Spratt on 01992 374053,
l.******@fo*********.uk
Supplier to the industry?
If you are a supplier and would like to find out more about how you can meet with these senior corporate bookers, contact Clair Seeley on 01992 666724,
c.******@fo*********.uk
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The PA LIFE Summit is a “Corporate Speed Dating” style event that allows you to build new business relationships with pre-qualified senior Pas, EAs and corporate bookers who are actively seeking new suppliers.
Unique Experience
Our event concept of pre-matched one-to-one meetings is facilitated with five easy steps.
- Confirm your place at the Forum
- Let us know your future procurement trends
- Select the suppliers you wish to meet with
- Receive your personal event itinerary page
- Join meetings with buyers
We offer a range of all-inclusive packages to suit all budgets with no hidden or added costs.
Our packages include;
- A bespoke pre-arranged itinerary of face-to-face meetings with senior buyers sourcing new suppliers
- Networking breaks throughout with our 55+ delegates
- Hassle-free – no stand build – this is a delegate seated event which means no time wasted waiting around for them to find your stand.
- Promotion of your products & services to potential new clients
- Full contact details of all delegates post-event
- Lunch and refreshments
You’re meeting buyers who want to meet you
We match-make suppliers and delegates based on shared preferences. Before the event, you’ll be given a list of delegates so you can identify the best prospects and we’ll arrange the meetings for you.
New prospects at each event
We don’t invite buyers back for a second year. This keeps the PA Life Summit fresh, with a new group of delegates attending each year.
To find out more about how you can join us at the PA Life Summit, request more information below or contact Clair Wyld on 01992 666724,
c.****@fo*********.uk
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A UNIQUE EVENT CREATED SPECIFICALLY FOR SENIOR PAS, EA’S AND CORPORATE BOOKERS TO HELP SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY… AND IT’S COMPLETELY FREE TO ATTEND!
As a delegate you’ll have the chance to meet with top industry suppliers with innovative products and services via a series of one-to-one pre-arranged meetings.
The Summit also offers a series of complimentary seminar sessions on the latest innovations in the PA field – hosted by industry leaders.
Our hybrid event
The PA Life Summit offers the flexibility to attend either a live or virtual event.
Should you not be able to physically be at the event, you have the option to meet with industry relevant suppliers via our virtual platform.
Why attend?
The event will guarantee:
– Pre-arranged meetings with solution providers of your choice
– 25 minute meeting slots will be relaxed and civilised, with no hard sell
– Attend a tailored programme of inspiring seminars
– Easily compare and benchmark potential products, services and solutions
– You will be one of just 65 VIPs at the event, ensuring that you get personal attention
– Attendance is entirely free of charge, which includes entry to our seminars.
A more targeted approach
We understand that your time is precious, valuable and limited. You tell us who you want to meet, and we handle all the details.
We arrange all meetings in advance based on your preferences, by providing you with details on solution providers products and services.
98% of past attendees say that our events are a better way to find new suppliers than a traditional trade show.
What’s included in a LIVE event?
– A full pre-arranged itinerary of one-to-one meetings
– Complimentary seminars hosted by some of the industry’s most dynamic minds
– Meals and refreshments throughout
– Access to all presentation material
– Wi-Fi access
What’s included in a VIRTUAL attendance?
– A full pre-arranged itinerary of one-to-one meetings
– Access to all presentation material
Complete the delegate booking form to attend, or contact contact contact Laura Spratt on 01992 374053,
l.******@fo*********.uk
for more information.
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YES are a global event provider offering a personalised approach to each event and meeting. From bespoke, intimate dinners, to high energy team away days, incentives, and conferences. With over 20 years’ experience, we pride ourselves on being more than just event planners; we are strategic partners invested in the success of your brand. We leverage our greater buying power, cutting-edge technology, access to unique venues, and seamless execution to deliver creative and impactful events tailored to your budget.
Gold Partners
Merlin Venues offers extraordinary opportunities for thrillingly immersive event experiences at our spectacular venues. Our fabulous venues include; Madame Tussauds London, SEA LiFE London Aquarium, London Dungeon, Riverside Rooms and Shrek’s Adventure. Our incredible collection of spaces are available to hire for all manner of events, from one of a kind dining experiences to exclusive daytime conferences – and everything in between!
Silver Partners
Bronze Partners
Walkup Partners
Speakers
FIRESIDE CHAT
Hosted by: Marja-Leena Toseland, Editor – PA Life
Panellist: Zoe Thatcher, Head of Business Development – Your Event Solutions
Kimberley Kofou, PA & Brand Co-ordinator – Estee Lauder Companies
“The Art of the Perfect Partnership: how to partner with your events agency for ultimate success”
We will discuss how to get the most out of working strategically with an agency to take the lift and legwork off your plate while maintaining control over the creative direction and delivery for your brand.
- How to create the perfect brief
- How to leverage technology, tools and AI for increased productivity
- What common pitfalls to avoid
- How to achieve your corporate goals (sustainability, diversity, duty of care, limit wastage) through your agency partners
- Insights on how to get the most out of your budget and save money, while offering unique memorable experiences for your team.
Join Your Event Solutions for an immersive fireside chat moderated by PA Life Summit’s Marja-Leena with events professional Zoe Thatcher from Your Event Solutions (Y.E.S.) and an experienced Executive Assistant to a Managing Director and Kimberley Kofou | PA & Brand Co-ordinator – Estee Lauder Companies.
FIRESIDE CHAT
Hosted by: Sarah Howson, Director – Strategic PA Recruitment &
Marianne Whitlock, Director – Strategic PA Recruitment
Joined by: Helen Rees, Executive Assistant – Parkrun,
Michelle Curtis, Executive Business Assistant – Microsoft &
Corinna Henry, Executive Assistant – Relate
“Be 10% CEO: Elevate your role as an Executive Assistant”
Join former Career EA Sarah Howson and elite EAs in a dynamic session hosted by Marianne Whitlock. They’ll deep dive into open discussions on working styles where you’ll gain invaluable tips for success.
- Strategic Thinking: Uncover strategies to align your support role with organisational goals, showcasing a proactive mindset and contributing as a strategic partner.
- Mastering Stakeholder Management: Explore techniques to cultivate and maintain influential professional connections, elevating collaboration and impact.
- Efficient Communication Skills: Learn to communicate with executive-level precision, conveying information clearly and concisely to enhance your professional presence.
- Proactive Problem Solving: Develop a problem-solving mindset, empowering you to identify and address challenges before they escalate, showcasing initiative and resourcefulness.
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in the Workplace: Gain tools and methodologies for leveraging emotional intelligence to optimise interpersonal dynamics, enhance teamwork, and navigate complex work environments.
Hosted by: Marianne Whitlock, Director – Strategic PA Recruitment
Joined by: Sarah Howson, Director – Strategic PA Recruitment,
Jodie Mears, Executive Assistant – Cohesive Group &
Abi Jones, Executive Assistant – Spotify
“What makes the perfect Executive/PA working relationship?”
At this interactive and thought-provoking session, we will discuss and explore what makes the perfect Executive/PA working relationship. We will hone in on the qualities, behaviours and working practices that are crucial for a successful partnership.
- What IS the perfect Executive/PA working relationship?
- What qualities and behaviours are crucial to this successful partnership?
- What actions can you take to create and maintain the best working relationship?
