Nicky Christmas, Founder and Editor of Practically Perfect PA

12:10pm – 12:40pm: New Tools for Assistants

Nicky will share the latest and most innovative tools transforming the world of Assistants today. Whether you’re looking to streamline your workflow, enhance your productivity, or embrace the future of administrative excellence, this session is designed to provide practical insights and actionable solutions. Attendees will walk away with:

• An understanding of cutting-edge tools: Discover the latest software and applications specifically designed to support Assistants in their daily tasks, from time management to project coordination.
• Strategies for implementing technology effectively: Learn how to seamlessly integrate these new tools into your existing systems and processes for maximum efficiency and minimal disruption.
• Tips for staying ahead in a rapidly evolving field: Gain insights into how to keep yourself updated with the latest trends and technologies, ensuring you remain indispensable in the ever-changing role of an Assistant.

Nicky Christmas, Founder of Practically Perfect PA

12:40pm – 1:10pm How to Harness Outlook’s Quick Steps to Speed Up Email Processing and Replies

We can think and speak much faster than we can type. And yet, so much of our work is done through a keyboard and mouse. So, one of the bottlenecks to our daily productivity is typing speed!

In this session, Steuart will demonstrate how to automate some of the hidden repetitive steps when handling every email. What you learn will:‌

• Speed up filing and deleting of email.
• Take multiple actions on an email with just one click.
• Reduce interruptions and the constant sense of urgency.

After this session, you will save surprising amounts of time and energy and enhance your sense of control when dealing with daily email.

Steuart Snooks, Email Productivity Expert

1:10pm – 1:40pm Using Project Toolkits: A Manual on How to Utilise Them

Although many organisations may rely on project management software as a primary tool, many of the simplest tools are project management templates that are associated with the unfolding phases of the project lifecycle.

These templates can be customised to align with your organisational branding, stakeholder needs and culture. Having a Project Toolkit that includes a variety of templates depending on the phase, activity, and objective can be incredibly valuable and meaningful to your organisation.

If you’re looking to establish a strong foundation for new projects on your team and in your organisation, don’t forget to consider project management templates as the tools you need in your Project Toolkit.

Mary-Beth Imbarrato, Project Management Expert

2:00pm – 2:30pm: What’s new on Microsoft

Watch this session to learn about some of the new features in Microsoft 365 – not just Office! Shelley will be concentrating on:

• Microsoft Loop – What is Loop, and what is the benefit to Assistants
• New Microsoft Teams Features
• Co-Pilot – Is it worth the hype?

After this session, you will be familiar with the new features in Microsoft Teams and be able to use Microsoft Loop to collaborate more effectively. You will also get some information about Microsoft Co-Pilot.

Shelley Fishel, Founder of Tomorrow’s VA

2:30pm – 3:00pm: Introduction to the AI-Enabled Scheduling Platform Transforming the World of Assistants

In this session, Julia Leibowitz, the CEO & Co-Founder of Cabinet, will introduce you to Cabinet’s powerful new scheduling platform created to solve the unique complexities and challenges of EAs and Admins.‌

• It integrates with Google and Outlook and leads to a 25% reduction in time and mistakes spent scheduling.
• In addition to fewer mistakes and faster scheduling, Cabinet customers have seen a massive increase in their bandwidth to take more tasks off their Execs’ plate and/or ability to support more people.
• Some of the features she will cover in the session include individual and group scheduling automation, shadow holds, meeting tracking and instant calendar audits.

After this session, you will be provided with a discount code to try Cabinet and experience a whole new world of calendar management that is easier, faster and with reduced risk of mistakes.

Julie Leibowitz, Founder of Cabinet

3:00pm – 3:30pm: Practical Tools and Tech in the Modern Workplace

This panel discussion will bring together tech-savvy Assistants to share their insights on the latest technological advancements and practical tools that are reshaping how we work today. Participants will gain:

• Insights into the latest workplace technologies: Uncover the most effective tools and technologies currently making waves in the workplace, from collaborative platforms to AI-driven productivity boosters.
• Strategies for tech adoption and integration: Learn from the experts about overcoming common challenges in adopting new technologies and how to effectively integrate them into your workplace for enhanced efficiency and collaboration.
• Future trends to watch: This session will give you a glimpse into emerging trends and how they are expected to transform the way we work, communicate, and collaborate in professional settings.

Courtney Sallis, Executive Assistant to Co-Founders at Tem

Robyn Greaves, Co-Founder, Start Sort Scale

4:00pm – 4:30pm: Admin Upgraded – Leveraging AI for Success

In Amy’s discussion “Admin Upgraded: Leveraging AI for Success”, she reviews why you should pay attention to AI, what might be stopping you from using it and how you can use AI to transform your ways of working. With over a decade of experience in business administration, operations & marketing, and now a VA and mentor to current and aspiring VAs & EAs herself, Amy is perfectly placed to show you how she has embraced AI in her business and the pitfalls to watch out for.

In this session, Amy will help you to leverage AI for business success. Amy will focus on:

• why you should pay attention to AI
• what might be stopping you from using it
• how you can use AI to transform your ways of working

After this session, you will be able to confidently use AI to help with many day-to-day tasks and to grow your skillset (whilst saving you valuable time).

Amy Lester, EA and VA Mentor, Owner of Typing & Tasks 

4:30pm – 5:00pm: Productivity Tools and Tech

Elevate your efficiency and master the art of time management by harnessing the power of cutting-edge productivity apps. In this session led by Tech Whisperer Tess Vismale, CMP, DES you’ll dive into:

• An exploration of the latest productivity apps designed for busy professionals, aimed at streamlining your workload.
• Practical strategies for organizing your tasks more effectively, ensuring you can focus on what matters most.
• Insights into how artificial intelligence revolutionises productivity, making it easier than ever to achieve more in less time.

Walk away equipped with the knowledge and tools to transform your daily routine into a productivity powerhouse, ready to tackle any challenge with confidence and precision.

Tess M. Vismale, Chief Event Rescuer | Event Technologist

5:00pm – 5:30pm: Notion for Executive Assistants – Master Productivity & Build a Digital Workspace that Works 

Do you want to streamline your workflow and level up your productivity? In this session, Courtney will be walking you through Notion – an all-in-one workspace for task management, project tracking, documentation storing and collaboration. Courtney will be highlighting how to:

• Create your own “hub” with everything you need in one place
• Stream your task management, project planning & action chasing
• Enhance note-taking and document organisation
• Collaborate seamlessly with your executive team

Integrating Notion into your daily workflow is a guaranteed way to reach new levels of efficiency and organisation, meaning you can dedicate more time to being a strategic partner.

Courtney Sallis, Executive Assistant to Co-Founders at Tem

5:30pm – 6:00pm: AI Tools for Events Management 

This session is designed for Assistants who are seeking to leverage artificial intelligence to elevate their event planning, execution, and attendee engagement. Participants will learn:

• Discover how AI is revolutionising the events industry, from automated planning tools to AI-driven attendee engagement strategies.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of specific AI tools and platforms that can streamline event logistics, enhance marketing efforts, and personalise the attendee experience.
• Explore the future possibilities of AI in events management, including emerging trends and the ethical implications of using AI to gather and utilise attendee data.

This session promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to stay at the forefront of technological innovation when you are organising events.

William Thomson, Events Management Expert

Miguel Neves, Editor-in-Chief at Skift Meetings