As we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. The newest issue of PA Life magazine, digital edition The Harrods corporate gifting issue, which also features a PA PROFILE with Carys Stacey, EA at Moet Hennessy Europe and we speak to Kenco Coffee Company…
read moreWith 30 years’ experience, JJ Media Group has cemented its position as a leading production services specialist. Jade Burke chats with Amy Green, the company’s marketing and new business manager, about its plans for breaking into the corporate world and the power of technology. Can you give us a brief history of JJ Media Group? With 30 years’ experience, JJ Media…
read moreFinding a stand-out restaurant among a sea of venues in the city can be a tricky task. To help, we’ve highlighted four statement restaurants that boast exceptional interior and design elements to make guests’ jaws drop. Hide HIDE Piccadilly, London 0203 146 8666, 85piccadilly.co.uk Three floors make up the recently opened Hide, which includes two restaurants and a wine bar…
read moreJade Burke chats with Dimitri Serif, events manager of London night clubs Beat and Toy Room, to discuss how the venues can cater to every PAs need and why it is so important to deliver a five-star service in a club environment. Can you tell us a bit about the Beat brand and how it begun? Beat started in September…
read moreA fantastic location by the river Thames in the heart of London, Southbank Centre offers nine spaces available for hire with capacity from 20 to 2,500 people. Weston Room – Vic Frankowski From parties, conferences, launches, meetings and award ceremonies, Southbank Centre events team delivers world-class event management, production and design and bespoke events for clients. Auditorium spaces include the…
read moreCelebrating the achievements of staff should be a priority for every employer, as by not doing it, it can spell disaster if employees consistently feel underappreciated. From little signs of appreciation, including novelty gifts and thank-you emails, to events designed with the sole aim of demonstrating gratitude, there are a limitless number of ways in which employers can recognise the…
read moreWe have sent our budding PA Penelope Alice to Butlin’s Bognor Regis to find out a bit more about what you can expect when booking a corporate event at the holiday resort. I must admit, it has been quite a few years since I was last lucky enough to visit the Butlin’s in Bognor Regis and how things have changed.…
read moreWith less than eight weeks to go now until the inaugural Event Agency Forum, now is your time to secure your space. Completely free for delegates to attend on the day, it will take place at the Hilton London Canary Wharf on November 12. Throughout the day, senior agency executives and suppliers will be able to get face-to-face in a…
read moreThe biggest party in cycling is coming back to London, and you really don’t want to miss it! The Six Day series sees the world’s best track riders battle it out over six nights of epic racing all set to a fantastic party atmosphere. Six Day London will be taking over the iconic Lee Valley VeloPark at Queen Elizabeth Olympic…
read moreSituated in the heart of London’s West End, No.11 Cavendish Square is a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with stunning original features complemented by an exquisite contemporary design. Amid the vibrancy, colour and excitement of the city’s West End, the venue is an imposing site on Cavendish Square. The venue houses 20 flexible event spaces spread across four floors, including…
read moreWith most of us now having to work much later in life, offices are filled with a greater range of employee ages. But, do the experienced get discriminated against by those younger in age? Significant numbers of older employees feel they are being discriminated against at work because of their age, including believing they have been turned down for jobs…
read moreThe thrill of waiting for your number to be called is something every avid bingo player is familiar with, but why not consider a night at the bingo for your next festive bash? Caroline Webb, spokesperson for Mecca Bingo, reveals why the game can provide a fun alternative for corporate clients and employees. What types of Christmas packages can Mecca…
read moreA Christmas party is a brilliant way to bring people together. Don’t panic if you’ve left it a little late, choosing a weekday to celebrate or holding a daytime event means you can still capitalise on the goodwill of the season. It’s never easy to plan a work party, remembering that you need to create the perfect mix of professionalism…
read morePAs, EAs, VAs and admin professionals are all invited to join this year’s Event Organisers Summit, where they can meet with corporate buyers of venues, hospitality and travel. The two-day event, from Monday 15 to Tuesday 16, October 15 2018, at Sofitel, London Heathrow, will provide members of the industry to get face-to-face with other like-minded individuals. Buyers to join…
read moreWith just one week until the PA Life Summit takes place at Altitude London, there’s still time for you to join us on the day. The PA Life Summit is a ‘must-attend’ event specifically designed for senior and board-level PAs who want to find solution providers and discover innovative opportunities to help respond to the daily challenges of their…
read moreIt may only be August, but that doesn’t stop venues from launching their variety of festive parties, with Whittlebuy Hall now showcasing its offering. The countryside venue is offering partygoers a ‘taste of alpine glamour’ with its Alpine Ball party packages for 2018. Available for private parties and shared nights, the evening promises to transport guests to a snowy wonderland…
read moreDo you know your worth? More importantly, do you know how to negotiate your salary to match what you are worth? Aaron Wallis, sales recruitment, has collated a series of tips for offering the right salary package to candidates. Offering the right salary is crucial when looking to recruit top talent: offer a package too low and there’s a threat…
read moreBuilding on the idea of planning an event at an academic venue, Dexter Eanes, freelance writer for Total Marketing, looks into a few additional places that might be somewhat unorthodox, but which can make for great event settings, corporate or otherwise. These places can host large groups, keep everyone relaxed, and establish a vaguely carefree vibe without being too loose.…
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