Strategic PA Network Development Summit 2025 | Great Fosters Hotel, Surrey

You Are Cordially Invited... Strategic PA Network’s Learning & Development Summit | Hosted at Great Fosters Hotel, Egham, Surrey

Join us for an exclusive, thoughtfully curated summit designed to support the continued growth and progression of Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, and Virtual Assistants. Hosted by Strategic PA Network founders Sarah Howson and Marianne Whitlock, this event is a celebration of excellence in the business support profession - with a clear focus on learning, development, and strategic evolution.

Set within the prestigious surroundings of Great Fosters, this full-day experience will bring together a dynamic blend of thought leadership, practical insight, and meaningful connection.

Opening Keynote: Championing Resilience | Building Gold Standard Resilience Strategies for the C-Suite Delivered by Naomi Riches MBE, Paralympic Gold Medallist, Six-Time World Champion, Guinness World Record Holder, Speaker, and Performance Coach

Confidence and Impact: Authentically Being You

Confidence Strategies to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Thrive
Led by Em Stroud, TEDx Speaker, Comic Coach and Founder, The Leadership Impact School

Leadership Workshop: Knowing Your Worth

Understanding and Articulating Your Value in a Strategic Role
Delivered by Nick Elston, Award-Winning Speaker and Founder of Forging People

Panel Discussion: Crisis Management 101

Moderated by Nicole Bearne, Former Head of Internal Communications at F1 and Founder of The Comms Exchange
Panelists:

• Craig Bryson, Executive Assistant, Permira
• Kelly Stamp, Chief of Staff
• Peter Snowdon, Director, TAG Travel Group

Career Development Focus: Progression Pathways Beyond the Traditional EA Role

Exploring potential transitions into Chief of Staff, Communications, Operations, and HR
Moderated by Kathleen Drum, Editor, Executive Support Magazine
Panelists include:

• Rachel Townend, Chief of Staff, Illuminate Financial
• Nicole Bearne, Founder, The Comms Exchange
• Sarah Howson, Director, Strategic PA Recruitment

Executive Presence: How to Own the Room

Presented by Samantha Harman, Style Strategist, Former Editor-in-Chief, Public Speaker and Author

The Power of 5: From Support to Strategic

A fast-paced, high-impact panel session covering five core areas every modern business support professional must master: LinkedIn, Networking, AI & Technology, Career Progression, and CV & Interview Strategy Panellists include:
Tony Silver, Sarah Howson, Kathy Soulsby and Marianne Whitlock

Building Connections

This summit offers the opportunity to engage with an exceptional community of peers from across sectors and industries, exchanging best practices and fostering valuable professional relationships.

Attendees will also have the chance to meet our trusted partner suppliers, carefully selected for their relevance and excellence. Partners include:
Fortnum & Mason, TAG Travel Group, Mejuicer, Hibiscus, Northpoint Aviation, Gaucho, KDM Events, Voucherline, Treat Your Staff, Executive Support Magazine, Elevate Entertainment, VACT, The Grove, Hilton Wembley, among others.

Professional Headshots

Complimentary professional headshots will be provided by award-winning photographer John Cassidy of The Headshot Guy, offering attendees the opportunity to update their personal branding with a high-quality image.

Virtual Assistant Programme

For the VA community, we have curated a dedicated content stream, with sessions including:

• Marketing and Personal Brand – with Amanda Johnson, Founder, Virtual Assistant Coaching and Training
• From Overwhelm to Clarity – with Zoe Hill, Founder, Premier Admin Services
• Strategic Growth for VA Businesses – A panel featuring Gilly Mulford, Holly Davies, Kathy Soulsby, and Caroline Marshall

Secure Your Place

Whether you are a senior business support professional working at C-Suite level or an ambitious Virtual Assistant growing your business, this summit provides an exceptional opportunity to invest in your development, extend your network, and explore the future of the profession.

Places are limited – we invite you to join us for a truly inspiring day of learning and leadership. We look forward to welcoming you.