Membership
Our members are enjoying so many benefits…
Established in the West Midlands in 2016, the PA Forum has continually evolved, engaging our community with numerous focus, support and feedback groups, together with surveys to help us plan and deliver an engaging and motivational programme of events for our members.
The PA Forum delivers educational content, packed full of inspiring industry leaders and professionals, to support our members with their aspirations, ensuring their personal development and wellbeing is always at the top of our agenda. We understand the importance of building a strong and valuable network that will be there to offer a helping hand or advice through the mediums of group, round table and open discussions, or via the PA Forum mentoring initiative.
We continue to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our colleagues and peers each year with the West Midlands PA Awards, which has proven to be one of our most successful events.
What are the benefits?
The PA Forum membership portal gives you access to our FREE programme of weekly, monthly, and quarterly virtual events including:
- Career Advice & Growth Hub with Macildowie Recruitment & Retention
- CV Writing and Interview Techniques Workshops
- Personal S.W.O.T analysis with Lindsay Tayor, Your Excellency Limited
- “The Importance of Networking” internally, virtually and in person
- Monthly Virtual Round Table Discussions
- CSR & EDI Supporters Group
- The Second Spring: Menopause Support Group
- “In Conversation With” members career journey insights
- Monthly New Member Inductions
- Internal PA Network Leaders Quarterly Meetings
Access all areas: PA Forum Learning Library (2025)
If you choose to invest in your own personal and professional development you can choose to join us virtually OR playback a number of sessions created by our PA Forum learning partners including:
Microsoft Office 365 and AI specialist, Lizebeth Koloko-Green
- OneNote: Your AI-Powered Notetaking Companion
- From Data to Decisions: AI-Powered Excel
- Smart Scheduling: AI for Time Management
- Building Connections: Enhancing Collaboration with AI
- Transforming Travel Management: AI tools
- Advanced Security: Office 365
- Using Technology: Enhancing Work-Life Balance
- AI Advantage: Personalise OneNote
- One Drive Optimised: File Management Mode
The Lived Experience Series with Nick Elston
- New Year, New You! Inspiration, Motivation & Aspiration for 2025
- Grief In The Workplace: Navigating Loss & Supporting Each Other
- Embracing Neurodiversity: From Awareness to Action
- Identity & Pronouns: Respect & Inclusion in the Workplace
- Motivation & Morale: Energising Teams in Challenging Times
- Mental Health & Wellbeing: Building Resilience & Support Systems
- Clear Communication: Difficult Conversations & Skills for Succes
- Diversity & Inclusion: Creating a Culture of Belonging
- Empowering the Supporters: Advocating for Yourself & Finding Allies
- Physical Wellbeing for the Desk-Bound: Energise Your Workday
- Mental Health Tools for Leaders: Supporting Teams & Yourself
Bounce Mindset with Rebecca Mander
- Goal Setting: Focus and Courage
- Imposter Phenomenon: Self Empowerment & Positive Outlook
- Personal Brand: Recognition and Visibility
A special offer for 2025 only:
Invest in the Learning Library (2025) and claim your FREE Ticket to join us at the annual PA Forum Learning & Development Conference, 11th July 2025 once you have invested in the Learning Library (2025)
Learning Library access to playback any sessions is up to and including 6 months from the date of the session advertised in the “Forthcoming Events” area in the Portal.