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Forget the seating plan and the lukewarm turkey. Liz Taylor, founder of events specialist Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC), says the future of the corporate Christmas party lies in borrowing the best bits of the festival world; atmosphere, freedom, shared experiences and celebrations people actually want to attend. EAs and PAs are expected to make their companies’ festive celebrations to experiences that appeal to all… The traditional corporate Christmas party is overdue a rethink.

Planning an event outside London shouldn’t mean adding complexity to your day. You need quick travel, good value, and venues that offer something memorable for delegates. That’s the advantage of the South East: diverse locations, excellent connectivity, and built‑in experiences that spark conversation long after the event wraps up.

Planning an event outside London shouldn’t mean adding complexity to your day. You need quick travel, good value, and venues that offer something memorable for delegates. That’s the advantage of the South East: diverse locations, excellent connectivity, and built‑in experiences that spark conversation long after the event wraps up.

PA Life is excited to be at the inaugural CHS Manchester, and part of the impressive line-up of exhibitors, ready to meet the event organiser community and to be part of the conversation concerning tighter budgets, evolving delegate expectations and the need to deliver more with less. The show on 30 September is designed to help attendees do exactly that.

What a fantastic day PA Life Club had when we returned to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to explore and learn about their outstanding meeting and event spaces. And that wasn’t all, as we also got to experience the Dare Sky Walk that took us to the roof of the stadium. The 20 August event was the third in our series of FAM Trips hosted by the UK’s most technologically advanced stadium and venue… The guests arrived at 10am and headed straight to the popular team activity, the Dare Sky Walk.

The capital of Scotland is a charming city where history meets vibrant modern culture. With its dramatic castle, winding medieval streets and Georgian architecture all around, it creates a dramatic backdrop for events of all kinds. Beyond its skyline, Edinburgh combines a strong business events scene with an array of restaurants, galleries and cultural experiences, perfect for exploring between meetings.

When budgets are under pressure, it’s tempting to think that creating a premium event means adding more. More screens, more lighting, more staging. But what if the secret to creating greater impact is knowing what to leave out? Every event organiser has been there. The venue has been booked, the agenda is taking shape, and the production discussions begin. Before long, the wish list starts to grow. Another LED screen would look impressive. More branding would make the room feel impactful.

Seasonal celebrations should feel effortless, but for those tasked with planning them, they rarely are. For personal assistants, marketing teams or anyone suddenly responsible for delivering an end-of-year event, the pressure can be significant. Balancing day to day responsibilities while creating something memorable is no small task. This is where working with an experienced event agency becomes invaluable. Word on the Street, takes the pressure and complexity away.

Over 80% of employees overshare on social media, potentially exposing themselves and their employer to cybersecurity breaches and online fraud. How can EAs and PAs help to highlight the risks to their teams? Now, IT expert John Pepper, CEO and founder at Managed247 is warning that employees could be unintentionally giving cybercriminals valuable information about their organisations through everyday social media posts.

Next up in our series about the best meeting rooms in North of England is Leeds – a vibrant, well-connected city with a thriving business and events scene, offering an impressive choice of venues, hotels, restaurants and experiences for corporate organisers. With so many meeting rooms in Leeds to choose from, it can be difficult to know which venue will offer the right combination of location, facilities, flexibility and value. Before confirming a booking, here are the key factors to compare.