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Whether you were at these fantastic events and want a recap or missed out and would love to know more , here ’ s all you need to know from the latest Executive PA Summits …
Melbourne Executive PA Summit
This took place in May at The View Hotel and was a big hit . The speakers were highly rated by 90 % of the delegates whilst 80 % preferred the targeted networking format compared to conventional conferences and exhibition formats .
PAs , EAs and chiefs of staff were treated to inspiring presentations from long-distance swimming legend Tammy Van-Wisse , and life coach and best-selling author Shannah Kennedy . They also enjoyed sessions from Destination North Coast ’ s Heath Batterham .
Here ’ s what our members had to say …
“ I had a great day , met wonderful people and would like to attend again in future .”
Lorette Redmond
“ I had a really great day . It was well-organised , well-structured and we had plenty of breaks , which kept everyone motivated and energised .”
Joanne Cardwell
“ It was a fantastic day . Always great to network and meet new people .”
Deanna Anile
“ The day went fast due to the excellent and compelling content . The program was wellorganised with quality suppliers . I would thoroughly recommend it .”
Belle van Unen
“ The guest speakers were amazing . Well done on securing them , I could have listened to them all day – so inspiring . I enjoyed getting away from the office and networking . And listening to others talk about their challenges , and hearing new / different ideas was great .”
Inger Pearce
Brisbane Executive PA & Event Organisers Summit
Winners on the day
Jacquie Strudwick , who supports the president of SOTO Australasia , won 10 hours of consultation with Simon Thewis . This very rare opportunity will help Jacquie and her team navigate their future conferences and event needs . Other prizes included Australian and international hotel stays , theme park access , art exhibition tickets and luxurious hampers .
Emporium Hotel South Bank hosted the event in March which left EAs and event organisers feeling energised , connected and inspired . The program featured event expert , Simon Thewlis who opened the event with his keynote on the simple techniques for effective events . Attendees also head from Chad Davis of Musicland on creativity and carefully considering your tools for achieving workplace goals .
Everyone could engage fully without the distraction of loud music , bright lights and the overload of marketing material . And the face-to-face meetings meant all suppliers were familiar with every delegate , making meals breaks a friendly and engaged experience .
Everyone avoided the mid-afternoon slump thanks to Summit partner Be Challenged . The team arrived armed with violins and a positive attitude . And by the end of the ‘ Crescendo ’ session everyone was impressively playing Pachelbel ’ s Canon in D ! The feedback for the activity was overwhelmingly positive .
The Summit concluded with sparkling wine , even more conversation and more prizes than ever before .
For more information on the Summits visit : executivepa . com / summits
18 Executive PA | Winter Issue 2024