Connecting the Business Support Professional Community in London, the South-East and throughout the UK. Enabling the community to come together, share best practice, inspire and support one another with a focus on learning and development.
Welcome to Strategic PA Network, where Sarah and Marianne's passion for connecting people shines through in every event. Their community, built over the last decade, thrives on recognising and celebrating the dedicated professionals within it.
Join us to learn from amazing speakers and thought leaders, experience incredible venues, and be part of a network that's professional, inclusive, warm, and friendly. We're proud of our organic growth and the vibrant community we've created together over the last 10 years and look forward to welcoming ever to be part of our amazing community.
The Strategic PA Network offers a dynamic and diverse range of networking opportunities designed to empower Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants to connect, grow, and thrive. Our events provide a welcoming platform to build meaningful connections, share experiences and learn from industry experts. Whether you're looking to expand your professional network or gain insight into best practices and emerging trends, our events are tailored to support your personal and professional development. By joining our vibrant community, you’ll be part of a movement that celebrates and elevates the Business Support profession.
We offer a rich calendar of events throughout the year, catering to different preferences and schedules. Our networking opportunities include:
No matter the format, every event is underpinned by our ethos that no assistant should ever stand alone. Join us and take the next step in your journey as part of a supportive, forward-thinking network.
We pride ourselves on providing high quality, professional networking events. Our Assistant Community has organically grown since 2015 and is welcoming and all-inclusive. Strategic PA Network offers a credible platform to learn and strengthen industry awareness, inspire each other, share best practice and build your own personal network.
Learning and development is at the top of the agenda at every session with previous topics of interest including Strategic Thinking, The EA as a Business Partner, Motivation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Goal Setting, Presentation Skills and Project Management to name a few. Our ‘Inside the Head of a CEO’ series is popular too. Come and join our Membership, if you have any questions get in touch.
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Our events are run with a 'no one stands on their own policy' and are inclusive, warm and welcoming. Hear from Business Support Professionals who have attended our networking events.
I find the events helpful and informative and have met many amazing people that I would never have met without the network. I’ve learnt so much from the speakers we’ve had.
CONNECT WITH PEERS
March 2023
It was so interesting – absolutely loved Maggie covering personal branding and then of course the gin tasting afterwards. I found both speakers to be so passionate and they knew exactly what they were talking about too, really informative and thought provoking.
PASSIONATE, KNOWLEDGEABLE SPEAKERS
March 2023
Thank you for this amazing follow-up email and wealth of contacts and information. This is an incredible group of professionals who are so very generous with sharing and clearly a caring bunch.
WOWZA
March 2023
Joining the Strategic PA Network is one of the best decisions I have ever made, from a personal and professional point of view. From attending my first event I have felt included, supported and welcome. There is no pressure to attend events, you can choose what you attend, but I admit I’ve come away from each event achieving something, whether it was meeting new fellow admin professionals, having a fun immersive experience or learning something new. And because I have been in this career for a number of years, I’m loving the fact that I can give back something to our community. Sarah and Marianne are building a wonderful community of like-minded professionals and I’m enjoying being part of it.
SUPPORTIVE & WELCOMING
September 2024
Working as a PA, EA or VA you have to be self-sufficient a majority of the time and it is not often you work as part of a team. Joining Strategic PA Network feels like joining my own team, a group of like-minded, driven individuals who encourage, support and push one another. The network provides development opportunities businesses cannot always provide their support staff. It also, in an inclusive environment gives you the opportunity to network with peers, companies, and speakers with whom you wouldn’t necessarily get the chance to meet!
BE PART OF A TEAM
Feb 2023
I have been to several of these BBO PA Network events and they are always inspirational as well as being a fantastic way to network with other people. If you haven’t tried it before, I highly recommend it to you. You will leave with lots of new ideas and contacts as well as having a really enjoyable evening in a great location – you never know, it could change your life, as it did mine!
NEW IDEAS AND CONTACTS
March 2023
Since becoming a member of the PA Network back in early 2022, I’ve had nothing but positive experiences with them. This is a network like no other and I would highly recommend joining.
This fantastic Network for Assistants is a great place to learn and knowledge share, both online and in person at their various UK events – with sessions provided by industry experts.
Over the years I have learnt so much from the other Assistants within this network, and truly value being able to get their opinion as and when required – it’s like having my own team of Assistants on hand!
GREAT FOR KNOWLEDGE SHARING
June 2024
Well organised, lovely attendees, good interesting speakers, fabulous locations and refreshments, friendly relaxed atmosphere.
RELAXED ATMOSPHERE
Nov 2023
The training that was delivered was outstanding and I learnt so much. The whole evening was well organised, smooth and honestly so enjoyable.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Sept 2024
Just a quick email to say thank you so much for hosting last night. It was so interesting – absolutely loved Maggie covering personal branding and then of course the gin tasting afterwards. I found both speakers to be so passionate and they knew exactly what they were talking about too, really informative and thought provoking. Anyway, thank you for having me. I will certainly attend the next event.
LOVED IT!
May 2024
Joining the Strategic PA Network has been a fantastic experience for me. The community they’ve built is incredibly supportive and inspiring, providing a space where assistants can connect, share experiences, and grow together. The access to high-end training and insightful speakers has been invaluable, helping me to develop the skills and confidence needed to become the assistant I aspire to be.
Additionally, the networking opportunities offered by the Strategic PA Network are simply brilliant. I’ve had the chance to meet and learn from some of the best in the industry, creating connections that have enriched my professional life. The Strategic PA Network truly stands out as a home of excellence in our field. I highly recommend joining if you haven’t already done so!
ENRICHING NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
May 2024
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