Don’t forget to RSVP for our exclusive Meet Up networking event for PA Life readers at Pennethorne’s Bar, Somerset House, on Thursday 27th January 2022, courtesy of Restaurant Associates Venues, part of Lime Venue Portfolio. Food in Meetings and Events – Introducing Ways to be Well. This event will be focused around food in meetings and events with regards to wellness…
read moreThe Meetings Industry Association (mia) has highlighted concern in response to the recent announcement from the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Kerrin MacPhie, Chief Executive of the mia, said: “While today’s announcement of a £1bn fund for hospitality is a welcome start to recognising the current state of affairs, we cannot afford to look at this at face value. With cash grants of up to £6,000…
read moreStory Events, organiser of the annual London Summer Event Show, has announced that, in light of the latest restrictions and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the new Omicron variant of Covid-19, it will postpone the event for two months. Originally scheduled for mid-January, the London Summer Event Show will now take place on March 15th & 16th. “As a business, we have…
read moreThe PA Life Summit is specifically designed for senior PAs who want to find solution providers and discover innovative opportunities to help respond to the daily challenges of their professional lives – and registration is now OPEN! WHEN? 8th September 2022 WHERE? Hilton London Canary Wharf As always, this event is small, niche and high-targeted, unlike other large, busy exhibitions…
read moreAgiito has announced that, for the first time, its travel, meetings and events solution will feature on the RM6217 Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework. Out of all the suppliers on the framework, Agiito is the only travel management company (TMC) to be awarded a place on two Lots: Lot 1 (UK travel booking solutions) and Lot 4 (venue-finding and events). These two ‘Lots’ enables central government, wider public sector and third sector organisations access to fully managed, online and offline travel booking solutions covering UK and international rail and sea travel, ground transportation, accommodation and air,…
read moreWe’re delighted to announce an exclusive Meet Up networking event for PA Life readers at Pennethorne’s Bar, Somerset House, on Thursday 27th January 2022, courtesy of Restaurant Associates Venues, part of Lime Venue Portfolio. Food in Meetings and Events – Introducing Ways to be Well. This event will be focused around food in meetings and events with regards to wellness and…
read moreSustainability has been a key part of the Barbican’s success story over the last two weeks with a win at the London Venue and Catering Awards, followed by the hosting of the Sustainable Events Show and the announcement of a major exhibition. The Barbican won the Sustainability Award at the London Venue and Catering Awards, beating off stiff competition from…
read moreIBTM last week saw the launch of a new community focused social enterprise for the meetings and events industry – Origin’All. The company works with local, destination-specific suppliers to create more authentic meeting and incentive programmes, ensuring that the value of the meeting stays within the local community while enriching the experience for delegates. As part of the company’s launch…
read moreThe PA Life Summit is specifically designed for senior PAs who want to find solution providers and discover innovative opportunities to help respond to the daily challenges of their professional lives – and registration is now OPEN! WHEN? 8th September 2022 WHERE? Hilton London Canary Wharf As always, this event is small, niche and high-targeted, unlike other large, busy exhibitions…
read moreAs the festive season approaches, it is tempting for many small businesses to see this as an opportunity to make up for lost time and lost revenues following the pandemic and not take time off. However, this added pressure and stress may lead to wellbeing issues for employees, particular those for whom lockdowns, closures and restrictions have had a significant…
read moreMost PAs are likely to be amid organising the annual Christmas party right now. And after last year’s hiatus in celebrations, people have elevated expectations of this year’s event being bigger and better than ever. There may still be some complexities in planning an event that all the team are comfortable with, and meets health advice, but this Christmas makes…
read moreWith physical gatherings back on the corporate agenda Russell Allen (pictured, right), owner of team interactions specialist Fruitful, offers some top tips for creating a truly stand out event… As we emerge from the effects of the pandemic and social distancing restrictions, which sort of corporate events are your clients looking to organise right now? They fit squarely into two…
read moreThe Meetings Industry Association (mia) has revealed the individual names and teams who have secured a place on its coveted annual miaList. Competition once again remained extremely high for a place on the prestigious roll of honour, which for a decade has been recognising and celebrating the outstanding individuals working within the business meetings and events sector. The 10 individual names featured…
read moreBy Marriott Start Q1 as you mean to go on with a productive and memorable kickoff meeting. But we know that great starts need a lot of planning. That’s where Marriott comes in. From meeting room layouts and break options to unique experiences to impress, Marriott takes care of all the details for you, so you can focus on the…
read moreFollowing a major £6 million refurbishment, Grade II listed Buckinghamshire property Horwood House showcases an extensive portfolio of brand-new events facilities, offering 20 multi-purpose spaces, many with natural light, suitable for business meetings, corporate training, conferences, private dinners, parties, and celebrations. Overseen by design studio ICA, the hotel’s character and 110-year history has been preserved throughout the refurbishment whilst elevating…
read moreWhilton Mill Karting & Outdoor Activities Real racing and adrenaline fuelled fun at affordable prices. Whilton Mill is hub for karting located in the heart of England and motorsport valley. Facilities include; 1200m and 450m flood-lit outdoor kart circuits, 80-seater restaurant, meeting rooms, clay shooting and target sports area, off-road course and large outdoor event space. We have activities available…
read moreThe meetings, events and incentives community will come together this week to make valuable business connections, learn and network as The Meetings Show returns. The UK’s leading platform for the world’s meetings and events community will be officially opened tomorrow (Thursday September 30th) by Tourism Minister Nigel Huddleston at ExCeL, London. Hundreds of international and UK destinations, hotels, venues and event suppliers…
read moreDespite the pandemic, food hygiene officials have continued to inspect restaurants and businesses around the country – which helps you sort the wheat from the chaff when it comes to picking venues for meetings and entertaining. Ranging from go-to coffee shops to our favourite takeaways there were numerous one-star hygiene ratings for certain chain restaurants in the UK – but…
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