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Castalia Coaching and Training - is delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new development programme for management PAs - The PA Retreat, a 2 day residential programme held away from the noise, speed and unrelenting pressure of corporate life to give you the opportunity to stand back and develop your role and skills whist retaining strong focus on the vital objectives of your manager and the organisation.

The PA Retreat is an entirely new approach to the professional development of PAs giving you the core management skills, tools and autonomy to be become a confident and effective management PA operating as a integrated member of the executive team.

The Virtual Assistant profession is one of the fastest growing in the country. Businesses are increasingly recognising the opportunities for accessing personal assistant, secretarial and office management skills and services in a way that is more flexible and cost effective than employing staff directly. Our new partner, asklilach,offers training and mentoring services designed to give you the tools and 'road map' to set you on your way to achieving success in setting up and running your own Virtual Assistant business.

Wine and champagne are the perfect gifts for any occasion. Winedirect has one of the finest collections of Corporate Wine Gifts available on the internet. They stock over 1200 of the world's finest wines and have a superb selection of presentation gift boxes for you to choose from.

Arena Pursuits is a Corporate Entertainment, Team Building and Outdoor Pursuits company based on 250 acres on the Kent/Sussex border, overlooking Bewl Water. With over seventeen years experience, Arena has developed a wide range of events, Corporate days for clients and Company incentive/reward schemes. They also cater for Social Groups, Stag days, Hen parties, Juniors and, of course, groups of friends.

Joining our long term partner, Marriott Kensington, are three great Marriott Hotels in the east of England - The Grantham Marriott is near many countryside attractions, yet just one hour from London by train. Friendly staff and an open lobby adjacent to a terraced courtyard and lounge area welcome you into this lovely hotel.- The Huntingdon Marriott is a highly regarded 4-star hotel in Cambridgeshire, close to major motorways, Cambridge, horse racing at Newmarket and Brampton, the Nene Valley Railway and Duxford Imperial War Museum - The Peterborough Marriott is set within 11 acres of tranquil grounds adjacent to Peterborough's Business Park and is ideal for business or leisure.

Historic Newspapers offer some of the most memorable gifts you'll find anywhere. From their stock of over 7 million original newspapers, they provide a range of beautifully presented, distinctive personal gifts that will be appreciated by clients and members of staff.

Kingsgate training has been designed for PAs by PAs to enhance the skills at all secretarial levels and to fill any gaps that Executive Assistants and PAs may identify. Courses are highly participative and take on the form of a discussion forum where delegates can share their knowledge and experience, gaining new and up to date skills for today's demanding business environment. Most courses are completed within the day to fit in with busy schedules and work commitments.

Life is too short for empty or dull walls. Artwork should brighten up the everyday places we all work and visit; and not just be restricted to galleries or exhibitions. Ginger White's Rent & Rotate Art™ service, will brighten up your office with it's uplifting modern collection of high quality paintings, photographs & prints. Ginger White's friendly and professional team provides a complete service, from helping select suitable art for your business type and interior space, to delivery and installation.

Take the effort out of sourcing venues for your organisation's conferences, meetings, training courses, product launches, Christmas parties and all other types of events by using the free pa-assist venue-finding service from Complete Event Solutions. It is fast, totally free-of charge and there is no obligation whatsoever so why not give them a try?

P.S. ... Avery Loves You!
Avery has partnered with Momentum Pictures to bring you an exclusive opportunity to win one of ten DVDs of the film P.S. I Love You - the perfect way to leave the stresses and strains of the office behind! With an Avery Goody Bag also part of the prize, as well as a free Avery Wizard download for all PA-Assist readers, this really is an opportunity too good to miss!