PAs, EAs, VAs and admin professionals are all invited to join this year’s PA Life Summit, where they can meet with corporate buyers of venues, hospitality and travel. The day event, which kicks off on Monday 10 September, 2018 at Altitude London, will provide members of the industry to get face-to-face with other like-minded individuals. New suppliers to join this…
read moreThe May/June issue of PA Life has got off to a fantastic start thanks to all of the exceptional suppliers that supported it. We would like to say special thanks to Best Parties Ever, who stars on the magazine cover and as our supplier profile, as well as other key advertisers including Kenco and Royal Armouries. Other advertisers in the…
read moreAcross two Victorian warehouses in central Shoreditch, JJ Media offers 11 unique venues to hire. From shabby chic accents to 1920s interiors, each building provides alternative venues to host conferences, dinners, away-days, meetings, product launches and building takeovers. JJ Media is on hand to assist with everything you need to create your perfect day. With AV equipment, flip charts, staging,…
read moreWhen it comes to business travel, saving time and money is a top priority for many assistants. Melissa Hirst, marketing and PR manager at CT Business Travel, shares just how easy it can be to arrange business travel effectively The life of a PA is, to say the least, varied. From providing administrative support to arranging meetings, events and travel,…
read moreThe boutique event celebrated its fifth birthday edition at Plaisterers’ Hall on May 15 and 16 with attendance from corporate buyers and big name companies including the likes of Bank of England, British Airways, Charles Tyrwhitt, Deloitte, Facebook, Mothercare, RBS, Stylist, Shell, Ogilvy & Mather. Show director, Clare McAndrew, commented: “With a 20 per cent year-on-year increase in visitors and our strict application…
read moreAre you looking to get face-to-face with corporate buyers of venues, hospitality and travel? Here’s your chance to do just that at the upcoming PA Life Summit. Taking place Monday 10 September, 2018 at Altitude London, guests will be able to take part in pre-selected meetings with a range of buyers. Suppliers already confirmed include the likes of AEG, All…
read moreThey say ‘the early bird catches the worm’ – well if you are going to have the best Christmas party in history: the reality is you need to start planning now. Otherwise it will be the same old format, same old venue, same old cracker jokes. Emma Wellstead, from Warwick Events shares her top 10 tips to create your perfect…
read moreMaria Fuller, EA and author of How to be a PA, shares some helpful tips on how to manage an event more efficiently and what you can do to ensure your event runs as smooth as possible If you’re employed in a business support role, it’s likely at some point in your career, you will organise an event. Whether it’s…
read moreLondon Christmas Party Show today reveals the findings of their Venue Search London’s 2018 survey which includes analysis from over 300 corporate event buyers and reveals the latest trends in this core and valuable sector of the capital’s event market. The survey, carried out online in April this year, covers the party choices of over 36,000 guests in the 2017 season,…
read moreAll Star Lanes has bolstered its venue offering with the addition of its new location in Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush. The latest location made its debut on April 23, which boasts a Miami-inspired design, an exclusive private room, two art deco bars and more. Lush fixtures and fittings with an Americana twist adorn the new venue, where a new deluxe…
read moreThe sold-out Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS18) held last week, Tuesday 24 April, at Leeds first direct arena saw a 19 per cent increase in visitor numbers from the previous year with event organisers, PAs and meetings professionals all in attendance. Over 230 venue and event suppliers travelled to Leeds for CHS18, with 35 per cent of the exhibitors brand…
read moreThis May will see the launch of the Venues and Events Expo Southeast. The first event of its kind in the region. Kicking of May 31 at the Kent Event Centre, Kent, the event promises to bring the best venues and event suppliers together under one roof. Hosted by two event companies, the new show was created to celebrate the…
read moreThe London Christmas Party Show has outlined this year’s seminar programme, set to feature a range of ‘inspirational content’. Taking place May 15 and 16 at the recently refurbished Plasterers’ Hall EC2, eight different sessions will run over the course of the VIP Agents’ Evening (May 15) and Corporate Event Buyers’ Day (May 16). The programme includes two venue finding…
read moreAs we continue to keep you informed on what’s happening in the events world and keep up to date, don’t forget to check us out on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. 1. Hay fever leaves employees struggling to complete work, says research One in five sufferers have had to call in sick as the itchy eyes, runny noses and sneezing fits have left almost four…
read moreHost your event with Odeon business and combine the magic and excitement of cinema with your occasion. Take corporate hospitality to a whole new level or reward your employees with something they can really enjoy. Get in touch now to find out how Odeon business can make your event a truly VIP experience. With over 123 locations across the UK,…
read moreRuth Skelton, senior manager of recruitment firm Morgan McKinley, takes a look at why office support professionals are seeking new roles and how the recruitment process has started to change We have been seeing an increase in jobs available and professionals seeking work, indicating a strong performance to start the year from office support and secretarial recruitment. The fact that…
read moreCHS Group announced the shortlisted nominees for the 2018 CHS Awards during the 2018 Conference and Hospitality show yesterday. Set to take place May 31 at The Principal Hotel in Manchester, the fourth awards ceremony provides hotels and venues with the opportunity to showcase their facilities and are open to all types of hotels and venues. Judged by an independent…
read moreThe city of Bath has been given a big boost to its MICE (Meetings, Incentive Travel, Conferences and Events) offering, with the launch of a new enquiry handling and booking service. Known as the Bath Venue Finder, the online service allows corporate event organisers to search for a choice of venues in the area that meet their specific requirements. Provided…
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