A recent survey conducted by 30 Euston Square has revealed the need for more dietary information to be gathered by organisers ahead of their events. The results show that of 131 organisers surveyed, only 16.3% specifically asked for details of potentially life threatening allergies. “Our research shows that 84% of organisers need to be more […]

With businesses looking for new ways to stand out and engage attendees, could PAs use the power of disruption to shake things up and boost sales? The experts at Apex provide their insight. Insight into your target market is key. How can you reach out to attendees in new and absorbing ways if you don’t […]

Sporting charity Legacy 300 is setting its sights on the corporate world as it encourages workers to get out of the office and train with Team GB Olympians. Having raised over £367,000 since the London 2012 Olympics, the charity is looking to PAs to inspire internally, by running staff and client fundraising events with Olympic […]

Princess Diana fashion show celebrates her life 20 years later Kensington Palace has launched its new fashion exhibition exploring the style of Diana, Princess of Wales. ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’ hopes to ‘trace the evolution’ of the style of Diana through her life. To reflect her style and generation, guests were welcomed into the palace’s […]

Central London has dropped to the third most expensive business travel destination according to a study by data specialists ECA International. Falling from second place last year, it has come as a surprise to experts expecting London to become a less favourable destination following last year’s EU referendum. The results show that the capital city […]

Today’s PAs are often expected to be event professionals. But organising corporate events can be a minefield. Here are some top tips from the experts at Apex to help you triumph. While the venue, catering, giveaways, travel, etc. are important, it’s the messages you convey to your audience that really matter. And you must get […]

If you’re a PA planning an event in 2017, here are some top tips from the experts at Apex to help you make sure it’s a success. Choosing the right venue is fundamental to your event. As well as making sure it’s accessible and has enough space, you also have to be sure it suits […]

Event planners at Southam’s award-winning Dallas Burston Polo Club have revealed their top tips for party planning – providing a helping hand to those organising a shindig in 2017. The supreme destination venue is no stranger to organising events, with the impressive facility being home to some of the biggest and most successful conferences, shows […]

Your CEO and company partners are important people; without them you wouldn’t have your job. They can be demanding and sometimes you may even wonder whether they are living on the same planet as everyone else, but their requests must be met all the same. When it comes to incentive travel and partners retreats, the […]

If you’re planning an event, hiring a professional speaker is a great idea. And where maximum impact is needed, a celebrity speaker can help to wow your guests and add kudos. However, while big names are undoubtedly impressive, booking the wrong speaker – however famous – can be a costly mistake. The trick is to […]

Yesterday (2 February) independent caterer Dish launched its new HYGGE event concept and menu on board Thames Luxury Charters’ (TLC) boat the MV Erasmus (pictured above). A Danish and Norwegian word, hygge (pronounced hue-gah), expresses a type of mood – cosyness, conviviality and togetherness. Nick James, CEO of Dish said: “We want to change the […]

The north of Portugal offers a stunning backdrop for corporate retreats and international events of any kind. Molly Dyson explores Porto and the Douro Valley Porto’s history stretches back thousands of years, with major events throughout the centuries carving out a rich heritage of hard work and pride in the region. In fact, the Portuguese […]

Isobel Heaphy, Senior Events Executive at Kensington Palace and Kew Palace (cared for by independent charity Historic Royal Palaces) reveals her top tips for planning the perfect party at a palace Clear objectives What do you want your event to achieve – will it raise the profile of your business? Will it bring key clients […]

Clic+ will bring together event professionals from across the country on 27 January as they share best practice at Robinson College’s event delivery seminar. The fourth event in the ‘Five Steps to Successful Events’ series will focus on how to bring your event alive from concept to delivery, bringing together learnings from previous clic+ lectures. […]

If you are running an international event or trying to land an international deal, you will need interpreters. From helping a manufacturing client land a multi-million-pound deal to making sure that construction associations can share best practice, interpreters make sure that communication across languages and cultures is as smooth as possible. But while most people […]

When it comes to event management, social media is drastically underused and often incorrectly managed. However, with PAs increasingly expected to do more with less, the power of social can help you to promote your events, enhance experiences and generate conversations. Here are some tips on how to integrate social media into your events from […]

Savvy PAs are looking for new ways to deliver event success while streamlining their workload. Making life straightforward for you and your attendees, event registration software has a range of compelling benefits, according to event specialist Apex. Save time for event organisers and attendees. You don’t have to waste time manually sorting data. With your […]

With a little foresight and years of expertise in this fast-moving industry, the team at Apex has identified the key trends you’ll need to know about if you’ll be planning corporate events over the next 12 months. While social media isn’t new, so far it has been drastically underused. However, with the social platforms themselves […]