Welcome

Get ready for the biggest day in the UK VA calendar! We’ve crafted a programme that is not about passive listening, but about action, connection, and growth.

We encourage you to come with an open mind, ready to challenge your current thinking and embrace a day of playful curiosity. Many of our sessions are interactive workshops, so while you won’t need your laptop, please ensure you bring a notebook and pen (or two, if you love coloured pens!) to capture the actionable insights.

To ensure everyone gets the most from our speakers, we ask that you are respectful during presentations; please avoid sideline conversations unless specifically prompted by the speaker.

Finally, please do your best to come back on time after breaks so we can keep the schedule running smoothly.

It’s time to kick off the UK VA Conference 2025! Head over to the registration desk, meet Laura and Connor to pick up your name badge.  This is the perfect opportunity to grab a much-needed coffee (or tea!) and connect with fellow Virtual Assistants. Don’t forget to take a moment to meet the businesses who can help you grow your VA business, our lovely Exhibitors. 

Join Amanda, your host for the day, as she officially welcomes everyone to the UK VA Conference!

Amanda will share an exciting look at what you can expect from the programme, cover essential housekeeping details, and make sure you know everything you need for a fantastic day of learning and networking. Get ready to kick off the biggest day in the UK VA calendar!

This interactive warm-up is designed to spark your imagination, generate a bit of laughter, and get your creative juices flowing. You’ll be ready to tackle the rest of the conference with a fresh perspective!

Stop sounding like everyone else! This interactive workshop is your chance to ditch the generic mission statement and build a powerful, unique message for your business. You’ll get hands-on to create a simple, actionable marketing path focused on building awareness, driving engagement, and achieving transaction. 

Head back to the refreshments area to top up on coffee (or tea) and grab a delicious mid-morning treat. This extended break is the perfect opportunity for informal networking, allowing you to continue those connections made earlier. Make sure you use this time to chat with our Sponsors and Exhibitors.

Join the inspiring Kati Noakes for a high-impact, transformative hour that will show you how to truly push past your perceived limitations.  Get ready to challenge your own boundaries and accelerate your business growth!

Enjoy a delicious hot lunch in the designated Hilton Restaurant, giving you plenty of time to recharge and refuel for the afternoon sessions! This extended break is also your chance to continue your networking with peers and spend quality time with our Sponsors and Exhibitors. Crucially, don’t miss the opportunity to get a professional new headshot for your website and social media with the brilliant Katie Needle – a must-have for every serious VA.

It’s time to settle back into your seats! Please ensure you are ready to go by 13:40 so we can kick off the afternoon’s fantastic line-up without delay. Following a quick welcome back from Amanda, we’ll spend 15 valuable minutes with our wonderful Headline Sponsor, PolicyBee. They will share essential insights on how to protect your VA business, giving you the peace of mind you need to focus on growth.

Drawing on her background in winning multi-million-pound contracts, Katie will share the blend of direct sales know-how and personality-led writing that turns consistent habits into predictable revenue. The session will kick off with 30 minutes of her sharpest content, immediately followed by an unmissable fireside chat where Katie will answer your most pressing questions on marketing and sales strategy.

Take a relaxing pause for our delightful Afternoon Tea break! Please head back to the refreshments area to grab a freshly brewed tea or a final coffee top-up, alongside a selection of delicious afternoon treats. This is your last structured opportunity for some fantastic informal networking and to say a proper thank you to our Sponsors and Exhibitors. Make those final connections before the last sessions of the day!

This is your opportunity to put our expert exhibitors on the spot and “pick their brains”! Instead of a formal presentation, this session is entirely dedicated to Q&A. We’ve assembled a panel of our knowledgeable sponsors and exhibitors to answer your specific, pressing questions about sales, marketing, tools, tech, and business growth. Come ready with your biggest challenges—this is your chance to get quick, actionable advice directly from those who support VAs every day.

We’re bringing three successful, established Virtual Assistants to the stage to share the realities of building a thriving business. This is your chance to directly ask your peers about what truly works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to sales and marketing. Hear their stories, get their top tips, and discover how they’ve navigated the challenges of client acquisition and business growth in the VA world.

It’s time for the final act of the day! Join Amanda one last time for the much-anticipated Business Raffle—your chance to win some fantastic prizes to help boost your VA business! Following the excitement, Amanda will deliver the Closing Address, summarising the day’s key takeaways and thanking everyone for attending.

The daytime conference is officially over! We need your help to quickly clear the conference room so our team can transform the space for the evening’s UK VA Awards ceremony.

This extended break is your time to head off, swap your business attire for your “glad rags,” and get ready to party! We’ll see you back here, looking fabulous, for the biggest night in the UK VA calendar!

The glamorous evening officially begins! Join us for a sparkling Drinks Reception to kick off the UK VA Awards. This is your chance to mingle with fellow attendees and nominees in your finest attire. Enjoy a complimentary opening cocktail, courtesy of our wonderful Hotel Sponsor, Hilton, as you soak up the atmosphere and prepare for a night of celebration.

The doors to the ballroom are open! Please make your way into the dining area for the UK VA Awards Gala Dinner. Our team will be on hand to guide you to your designated table. Don’t forget to check the seating plan located outside the room to find your seat quickly and efficiently. Let the main event commence!

The moment we’ve all been waiting for! We know there are a lot of nerves in the room, but it’s time to celebrate the incredible talent, hard work, and achievements of the Virtual Assistant community. Join us as we present the coveted UK VA Awards to our deserving winners.

Once the final trophy has been handed out, the formalities are officially over, and the real celebration begins! Get ready to clear the floor, because it’s time to party and celebrate a fantastic year.

And just like that, the party must come to an end!

At midnight, we call for Carriages, which is the formal way of announcing it is time for guests to depart and head off for bed. The term dates back to the days when guests would arrive and leave by horse-drawn carriage. Whether you’re calling a taxi, a designated driver, or your own modern “carriage,” we wish you a safe journey home! Thank you for a truly memorable UK VA Awards evening.

Make the Most of Your Day

The real magic of the UK VA Conference happens when you connect. We encourage you to be brave and try to sit with people you don’t know during the sessions and breaks.  It is ok to sit somewhere different after lunch.

We have a fantastic line-up of speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors who are all ready to network and share their expertise, so do make sure you introduce yourself! If you are looking for a specific skill, solution, or connection in particular, please tell Amanda or Laura. We will genuinely endeavour to connect you with the right person to help you grow your business.

Come ready to learn, laugh, and leave with a wealth of new ideas and contacts!