London ranks number one for the fourth consecutive year, and Germany leads with highest number of cities featured. Cvent, Inc, a market leader in meetings, events, and hospitality technology, released its list of the top cities for meetings and events in Europe. European cities were previously included in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. This year’s standalone list highlights…
read moreAs we ramp up the PA Life Club offering with the addition of FAM trips and Masterclasses, never has it been a better time to become a member. Linda Moss, senior executive assistant at CSGI, reveals why she has maintained her membership for over four years. How long have you been a Club member? I have been a member of…
read moreIn just under a month, the anticipated PA Life Summit will welcome PAs and suppliers to network and conduct business with one another. Taking place at Altitude London on September 10, numerous suppliers will be on hand to speak with PAs, EAs and admin professionals in a series of face-to-face meetings. New partner additions to the 2018 Summit include Travel…
read moreAs we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep you up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. Celebrate the PA Life Club’s 5th birthday with an exclusive membership discount To mark the PA Life Club’s fifth birthday this October, we are celebrating early by providing assistants with an exclusive offer…
read morePA Life is holding its annual PA Life Christmas Party on November 26 at Toy Room London. One of the most well-regarded venues at the London Palladium in Soho, the venue is equipped with versatile spaces and has proven to be a popular event destination for businesses. As part of the event, PA Life Club members and readers will be…
read moreVincenzo Ferrara dines at Thompson restaurant in St Albans, Hertfordshire. The perfect venue outside of London for your corporate meeting and a relaxed evening. St Albans is a historic small city that is a hub of business activity. Direct on a train from London, it’s the perfect area to arrange a meeting with those outside of London. Where do you…
read moreJoin the PA Life Club today and benefit from events such as ….. Green Hat People presents Escape Game FAM trip to Windsor Experience Formula 1 at Williams Conference Centre Beat London opens its doors to PA Life Club members Meet-up with Cambridge Cookery School The cost is £89 incl. VAT for a year’s membership – sign up here now! In addition…
read moreLeeds Castle is now welcoming bookings for conferences and corporate retreats at their newly-restored 14th Century manor-house, Battel Hall. Just over an hour from London, Battel Hall is opening on an exclusive hire basis for the first time in its 700-year history and is situated on the edge of the Leeds Castle estate amongst 500 acres of Kentish parkland. With…
read moreThe ‘must-attend’ PA Life Summit is back for 2018, which will see a number of suppliers join in on the action to network with PAs, EAs and admin professionals. So far, a variety of Silver Partners will be supporting the upcoming event, which takes place at Altitude London on September 10. Current Silver Partners include: AEG-o2 All About Venues Bettys…
read moreAcademic Venue Solutions’ membership continues to grow in 2018 with the addition of two new members to the consortium, Robinson College and Anglia Ruskin University. Opened as a purpose-built conference centre in support of our academic vocation, Robinson College has been excelling as a conference venue for over 30 years. The youngest of the Colleges of the University of Cambridge,…
read moreIt’s that time of year again, where we get our loyal readers to air their thoughts on the PA Life brand and what they’d like to see more of. We also wanted to find out what our readers’ job roles entailed spanning their choices on sourcing business travel and corporate gifts, to finding venues and booking hospitality. Read on to…
read moreAs event planners look to add something a little different to a Christmas party, sport can often be the perfect addition. From football and rugby to horse racing, Abigail Elkins, senior sales conference and events executive at Ascot Racecourse, shares why a sporting event is perfect for networking and team-building. Planning an event at any time of year can be…
read moreFor Q3, Odeon is offering its agencies and clients either 15 per cent commission or a 15 per cent discount. The temperature might be up, but Odeon’s fantastic partners at Cadburys have also offered a huge chocolate hamper for all bookings made. As soon as the booking is confirmed, Odeon will send the deliveries out. If you are an agency…
read moreThe PA Life Club has joined forces with JJ Media and Green Hat People to present, Escape Game. Members are invited to Wimborne House, London, on August 2 from 5.30pm to enjoy cocktails, canapés and some team-building fun playing the Escape Game. Guests will compete in teams to solve clues and riddles, while also discovering how the game can be…
read moreThe Event Organisers Summit is back for 2018, where senior organisers will be able to meet with service suppliers for one-to-one meetings and networking. The two-day event, which takes place from October 15 to 16, 2018, at Sofitel London Heathrow, will offer guests the opportunity to conduct business with over 85 senior executives, including CEOs, business managers, event managers and…
read moreWith views encompassing the Tower of London and the Shard from tall south-facing sash windows, few City venues close to the Thames are as impressive as Trinity House. The working home of the General Lighthouse Authority, Trinity House showcases the nation’s maritime heritage throughout five elegant rooms (catering up to 130 seated, 180 standing) and displays a cache of artefacts…
read moreVenuefinder concierge is free of charge. It’s also hassle-free and frees you up to focus on those event management elements that will make your next event truly memorable. We manage all of the follow-ups: Accompanying you on site visits Negotiating the best rates Dealing with contracts Dealing with cancellations or a change in delegate numbers… …while helping you to explore…
read morePA Life Club members will be able to head to the seaside this September with Butlin’s Bognor Regis. On September 6, from 1pm to 6.30pm, members will be able to enjoy lunch at one of the onsite restaurants and a tour around its conference centre, public spaces and accommodation. Later in the afternoon members will be able to take part…
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