The Meetings Show provides a platform for PAs to learn, network with industry colleagues and discover new venues, destinations and suppliers. Many of the show’s education sessions will be relevant to PAs; one such highlight is from Virtual Assistant Coach, Trainer and Mentor Amanda Johnson, who will present a session titled ‘From PA to VA […]

The London Christmas Party Show is taking place this Thursday, 11 May at Spitalfields Venue, near Liverpool Street. Book your ticket now to avoid missing out on this must-attend event. This year the exhibition is being transformed into a ‘Storybook Christmas’. Visitors to the event will be taken through a number of famous stories as […]

Twickenham Stadium has unveiled an online booking system following as part of their digital revamp. Offering clients the ability to book one of the 150 executive boxes at the stadium on a non-match day, the new booking method will let attendees host gatherings, interviews or client briefings of up to 20 people. The Twickenham Experience’s […]

The unique and unusual venue market has been highlighted as playing a key role in the UK venue industry according to new research. The report, Unique & Unusual: A Market Overview, is the first market report of its kind and suggests that as the sector continues to grow, so too will its impact on the […]

As uncertainty of the geopolitical landscape continues to grow, The Meetings Show is returning to deliver learning and development content relevant to many different types of meetings professionals. Covering aspects of technology, marketing & branding, meeting design, healthcare and leadership & management, as well as dedicated content for PAs in addition to agency and association […]

Event professionals from across the country gathered in Cambridge on Friday, 24 March for the last clic+ Club event in the ‘5 Steps to Successful Events’ series. The free seminar provided industry professionals with key insight to measure the effectiveness of their events against clear and realistic business objectives. David Preston and Richard John from […]

The Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS) 2017 has officially opened its doors to more than 800 event buyers from across the UK. PA Life is proud to sponsor the show’s PA-focused seminars, which are due to take place throughout the day on the PA Life Stage. The show will feature two stages: The Event Management […]

The Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS), one of the UK’s leading events for venue finders, event organisers and PAs, contributes more than half a million pounds to the local economy, an economic impact study has found. The independent economic impact study was conducted by the UK Centre for Events Management at Leeds Beckett University and […]

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 […]

Searcys at 30 Pavilion Road has kick-started International Women’s Day a week early with an evening of fun, education and entertainment at Searcys spiritual home in Knightsbridge. The event included a Duval-Leroy champagne-tasting experience, a Pinkster gin bar, Jo Malone hand and arm massages, artisan Mallow & Marsh marshmallows, sparkly gifts from Annie Haak and […]

The Destination & Travel Management Summit – taking place from 20-21 November at the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Stansted – is a unique event for corporate event organisers, venue bookers and travel managers, consisting of one-to-one business meetings, interactive seminars and valuable networking opportunities that will enable you to create lasting relationships. Formerly known as […]

Join STH Live on Wednesday, 1 March for a discussion on high performance in business and sport, in association with IAAF World Championships Exclusive Hospitality. Renowned high performance consultant and leadership coach Dr Steve Bull will take attendees through a keynote speech on leadership team effectiveness before hosting a panel discussion with former Olympian Jonathan […]

Sean Wilson, the award-winning cheese maker and former Coronation Street actor will be delivering the keynote speaker session at the Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS) on Tuesday, 4 April in Leeds. Titled My journey: From actor to award-winning cheesemaker and chef, Wilson’s keynote will share the ups and downs as he followed his passion and […]

International Confex will kick off with ‘a love letter to the industry’ from some of the key brands working in events, including PlayStation, Innocent and Macmillan. Jamie Sterry, Brand Planning & Strategy at innocent drinks UK; Isabelle Adams, European Events Manager, Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe; and Elizabeth Quill, Challenge Events Programme Manager, Macmillan Cancer Support, will […]

Do you organise events as part of your role? If so you should join 14,000 industry professionals who will cover 17,190 square metres of floor space at International Confex in their quest to run the perfect event. International Confex is the UK’s leading exhibition for organisers of both national and international events. Visitors can explore […]

The office* show provides an unforgettable line-up of speakers and trainers. Attendance at the sessions counts towards delegates’ Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. Here are five not-to-be-missed sessions: Timesaving (and jaw-dropping) Microsoft productivity tips Have you ever thought ‘There’s got to be an easier way?’ more often than not, you are right! There is an […]

Travel security training specialist beTravelwise has released a list of top safety awareness tips for companies sending employees to international conventions. The advice helps corporates assess any risks associated with destinations or venues where conventions or congresses are being staged and to prepare attendees accordingly, ensuring they remain as safe as possible during their trip. […]