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Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for the UK & Ireland will be on the 13th November 2025. Our workshop aims to: Enhance your influence and impact by mastering assertive communication, negotiation, and self-advocacy skills. Stay composed and solution-focused in high-pressure situations with practical tools for crisis management and clear decision-making. Embrace evolving technology by understanding how AI and automation can streamline your role and boost efficiency. Future-proof your career by building strategic value, resilience, and adaptability in an ever-changing professional landscape. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience: What to expect from Sam's Keynote: With over 30 years supporting leaders at the highest levels, Sam Cohen brings a wealth of insight, experience, and stories (the kind she can share) to the stage. From 18 years serving within The Royal Household - including as Deputy Private Secretary and Press Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - to working with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, running the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street, and serving as Chief of Staff to the global CEO of Rio Tinto, Sam’s career is a masterclass in discretion, diplomacy, and delivering at the top. In this exclusive keynote, Beyond the Role, Sam will explore how Executive Assistants don’t just support leaders - they shape leadership, drive strategy, and build legacy from behind the scenes. Join us for this rare opportunity to hear from someone who’s been at the epicentre of power - and bring your questions! The keynote will include a live Q&A, where you can ask Sam about her remarkable career, leadership insights, and how to truly excel in high-performance environments. (Don’t ask her what the Queen kept in her handbag - she’s not telling.) Sam Cohen Career Bio: Sam Cohen has spent the last 30 years working to support leaders in the public and private sectors. Sam spent 18 years serving The Royal Household, as Deputy Private Secretary to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Press Secretary to The Queen. Sam also served as Private Secretary to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Following this time, Sam worked as Director of the Prime Minister’s Office at Downing Street under Boris Johnson and, most recently, was Chief of Staff to the global CEO at Rio Tinto. Source: ABC News - YouTube Channel. Facilitator - AM: Monika Turner The Confident Assistant - Speak Up, Go After What You Want & Create The Future You Deserve: Develop practical strategies to negotiate workload, boundaries, and career growth with confidence. Learn assertive communication techniques to handle challenging conversations effectively. Build self-advocacy skills to articulate your value and influence outcomes in the workplace. Monika Turner Career Bio: Monika Anna Turner is an ICF-certified Leadership and Executive coach with over seven years of experience helping professionals unlock their confidence, elevate their voice, and lead with authenticity. Before stepping into coaching, she built a successful career as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, and ultimately Chief Of Staff —giving her a deep understanding of the unique challenges and strengths of support roles. Originally from Poland, Monika knows firsthand what it’s like to question your voice and your value—especially in a second language. Her journey from self-doubt to self-assurance informs everything she does today. Through her coaching, she empowers assistants and leaders alike to move beyond fear, speak up and create fulfilling careers they’re proud of. Panel Suzie Joughin Senior Executive Assistant at the Houses of Parliament Restoration & Renewal. Suzie is an experienced senior executive assistant, specialising in the public and third sectors.  Suzie’s career highlights include senior administrative roles in Cancer Research UK, the largest independent cancer research charity in the world; UK Research and Innovation, the UK’s national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic; and her current role on the Houses of Parliament Restoration and Renewal Programme.  Rebecca Polson Executive Support Manager to the Chief Executive An award-winning Executive Assistant with over 10 years’ experience across the higher education, charity, private, and public sectors. Currently Executive Support Manager to the Chief Executive at Alzheimer’s Research UK, she provides high-level support in the fast-paced, mission-driven environment of the largest dementia research charity in the UK. Her previous roles include supporting senior leaders at the Natural History Museum, the Incorporated Society of Musicians, and the Royal College of Music. She brings expertise in executive support, governance, stakeholder engagement, and complex diary and project management. Named PA of the Year in 2023 and a finalist in the SecsintheCity PA of the Year Awards, she is known for her professionalism, discretion, and ability to stay ahead of the needs of the people and organisations she supports. Ola Boddington Senior Executive Assistant As a seasoned Executive Assistant, she has honed her skills in management and project planning over the years. She has worked with various organisations, including Zoa, Signal AI, and ConsenSys, where she provided high-level administrative support to senior executives. Her expertise lies in managing complex schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and ensuring seamless communication among team members. She is also proficient in using various software tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. She is passionate about delivering exceptional service and contributing to the success of the teams she works with. Claudine Martin Senior Executive Assistant Claudine is a highly skilled Senior Executive Assistant, currently supporting the Head of BNY Pershing EMEA. With a distinguished career spanning nearly 17 years in the British Army, Claudine retired in 2023 at the rank of Staff Sergeant, bringing a wealth of experience in high-pressure environments and strategic operations to her current role. Throughout her military career, Claudine specialised in Human Resources, and served as the Personal Assistant to the Army Director of Engagement and Communication at the Ministry of Defence. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of significant events and initiatives, showcasing her exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail. Her dedication and professionalism were recognised when she was awarded PA of the Year in 2019 by PA Life. An advocate for the Executive Assistant profession, Claudine is also a sought-after public speaker. She regularly shares her insights at industry events, including the PA Show, and serves as an advisory board member, contributing to the ongoing development and recognition of the profession. Claudine is passionate about empowering others and has previously mentored young people through the Diana Award, a programme established in honour of Princess Diana to support disadvantaged youth. Additionally, she has participated in Fast Forward 15, a mentoring initiative aimed at women aspiring to build careers in events, hospitality, or related industries. With her extensive experience, dedication to excellence, and commitment to mentorship, Claudine continues to make a significant impact in her field and inspire the next generation of leaders. She proudly represented the UK at the Invictus Games 2023, showcasing her unwavering determination and unwavering spirit. In her spare time, Claudine enjoys park run and writing poems. The Importance of Becoming a Strategic Advisor Learn how to shift from reactive to proactive. Develop the mindset and behaviours of a strategic advisor. Understand how to add value beyond your job description. Facilitator - PM: Justin Kabbani AI Is Not Here to Replace You. It's Here to Upgrade You. We'll explore Justin's proven 3P framework: Priming – How to set up AI like a strategic advisor by feeding it context, tone and mindset Prompting – How to craft clear, structured instructions to get consistently great results Producing – How to turn AI outputs into high-leverage work that makes you stand out Your session outcomes: Real examples from admin professionals already using AI to elevate their work Prompts you can copy, adapt, and test live Interactive exercises to build confidence fast A practical challenge to implement right after the session If you’ve been overwhelmed by AI, or underwhelmed by its impact, this session will change that. You'll leave with tools you can use today, and a mindset you’ll carry forward for the rest of your career. Justin Kabbani Career Bio: Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s most in-demand AI trainers and keynote speakers, known for making AI feel simple, powerful, and immediately useful. He’s worked with brands like Uber, Treasury Wine Estates, and Udemy, helping their teams embed AI into daily workflows, strategic planning, and executive communication. Over the past two years, Justin has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Australia and beyond, consistently earning feedback like “mind-blowing,” and “game-changing”. His signature Prime, Prompt, Produce framework has transformed how business leaders, executive assistants, marketers, and teams think, work, and communicate with AI, without needing to be “tech people.” Justin believes AI isn’t here to replace people. It’s here to take the robotic work off our plate, so we can focus on what humans do best. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkabbani/ Website: https://justinkabbani.com/ Speed Connections Networking Session Join us for Speed Connections, a lively 30-minute networking session designed to foster meaningful connections in a fun, fast-paced environment. Every 10 minutes, attendees will be placed into new breakout rooms with small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet a diverse range of peers. Each breakout session will feature engaging prompts to spark conversations and make networking enjoyable and memorable! Who will attend this event? Executive Assistant (EA) Personal Assistant (PA) Virtual Assistant (VA) Legal Secretary Legal Executive Assistant Administrative Assistant Office Manager Health Care Office Manager Chief of Staff Additional roles may be relevant depending on role responsibilities along with development opportunities. This workshop is open to females, male including trans women/males and non-binary professionals. Group Rate Discounts To discuss our group rates in more detail, please email support@elite-forums.com and provide the following: Group Number (How many would like to attend) Event Date (If numerous dates, please advise if we are splitting attendees across multiple dates) Attendee Contact details (Or request our Group Rate Document. Complete and return - we'll sort the rest.) Group discounts are on request - see below group rate discount brackets: 🧩 You just need one piece to come together - to unlock your Elite Potential. 🔑 Media outlets/organisations will not be permitted to attend this event.

Description This Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training covers everything you need to know becoming a Certified Virtualization Security Expert. In this course you will learn about routing and the security design of VMware, Remote DataStore security, Penetration Testing 101, information gathering, scanning and enumeration, penetration testing and the tools of the trade, DMZ virtualization and common attack vectors, hardening your ESX server, hardening your ESXi server, hardening your vCenter server, and 3rd party mitigation tools. This Advanced course provides a solid understanding of the various components that make up the VMware vSphere environment. You will have the opportunity to study and understand all aspects of the CIA triad as it pertains to the VMware vSphere infrastructure from the virtual CPU to the storage devices attached to your host and everything in and around that network, including the interconnectivity and design of all those components. So, get this course to learn more. Assessment & Certification To achieve a formal qualification, you are required to book an official exam separately with the relevant awarding bodies. However, you will be able to order a course completion CPD Certificate by paying an additional fee. Hardcopy Certificate by post - £19 Soft copy PDF via email - £10 Requirements Our Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Primer and Reaffirming Our Knowledge Primer and Reaffirming Our Knowledge FREE 00:25:00 Virtual Ports 00:21:00 Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption 01:07:00 File System Structure 00:13:00 Accounts and Groups 00:35:00 Routing and the Security Design of VMware Routing and the Security Design of Vmware 00:11:00 Virtualization Layer 00:28:00 Memory Virtualization 00:28:00 Major Benefits of Using VLANs 00:13:00 Remote Data Store Security Remote DataStore Security 00:15:00 Fiber Channel Attacks - The Basics 00:22:00 Penetration Testing 101 Penetration Testing 101 00:33:00 The Evolving Threat 00:40:00 Information Gathering, Scanning and Enumeration Information Gathering, Scanning and Enumeration9 00:30:00 FireFox Fully Loaded 00:14:00 Introduction to Port Scanning 00:30:00 UDP Port Scan 00:42:00 Penetration Testing and the Tools of the Trade Penetration Testing and the Tools of the Trade 00:43:00 Windows Password Cracking 00:24:00 VASTO 00:22:00 DMZ Virtualization and Common Attack Vectors DMZ Virtualization and Common Attack Vectors9 00:21:00 Clearly Label Networks for Each Zone within the DMZ 00:22:00 Schmoo Con 2010 Virtualization Vulnerabilities Found! 00:08:00 Hardening Your ESX Server Hardening Your ESX Server 01:03:00 Configuring the ESX ESXi Host 02:19:00 Establish a Password Policy for Local User Accounts 00:21:00 Secure the SNMP Configuration 00:19:00 Hardening Your ESXi Server Hardening Your ESXi Server 00:20:00 Hardening Your vCenter Server Hardening Your vCenter Server 00:17:00 VMware Converter Enterprise 01:10:00 3rd Party Mitigation Tools 3rd Party Mitigation Tools 00:24:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

This comprehensive course on HashiCorp Vault will make you an expert in deploying, configuring, and managing all key Vault services. It covers all objectives for passing the HashiCorp Certified: Vault Associate certification exam. Learn the latest HashiCorp concepts and master the core components to become a HashiCorp Vault expert.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for administrators who install, manage, and monitor IBM© DataPower Gateway Appliances. The course is also relevant for developers who administer appliances. Overview Configure an appliance for its initial deployment Download and upgrade the firmware on the DataPower appliances Create and manage user accounts, groups, and domains Configure Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) to and from DataPower Appliances Troubleshoot and debug services by using the problem determination tools, logs, and probes that are provided with the DataPower appliance Configure logging of messages to external locations IBM© DataPower Gateway Appliances are network devices that help secure, integrate, and optimize access to web, web services, mobile, and API workloads. Through instructor-led lectures and hands-on lab exercises, you learn how to run various administrative procedures, from initial installation and setup through ongoing maintenance of the appliances in production. You learn about the available management interfaces, such as the command-line interface (CLI), Web Management graphical interface, and XML Management Interface. You also learn how to use these interfaces to run various administrative tasks, such as upgrading firmware, running backup and restore operations, and configuring user accounts and domains. The course includes some information on upgrading firmware and working with DataPower hardware appliances. Course introductionDataPower deployment environmentsInitial setupManaging firmwareExercise: Upgrading image firmwareDataPower administration overviewUsing CLI and the XML Management Interface to configure appliance accessExercise: Using the CLI and the XML Management Interface to manage DataPower appliancesDataPower services overviewUsing the Web Management Blueprint Console to configure appliance accessTroubleshootingExercise: Using the troubleshooting tools to debug errorsDataPower cryptographic tools and SSL setupExercise: Securing connections with SSLLogging and log targetsExercise: Logging to an external systemCourse summary

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Cybersecurity analysts and engineers and security operations specialists, as well as administrators and product deployers. Overview Successful completion of this instructor-led course with hands-on lab activities should enable you to: Describe the architecture and components of the Cortex XDR family Use the Cortex XDR management console Create Cortex XDR agent installation packages, endpoint groups, and policies Deploy Cortex XDR agents on endpoints Create and manage exploit and malware prevention profiles Investigate alerts and prioritize them using starring and exclusion policies Tune Security profiles using Cortex XDR exceptions Perform and track response actions in the Action Center Perform basic troubleshooting related to Cortex XDR agents Deploy a Broker VM and activate the Local Agents Settings applet Understand Cortex XDR deployment concepts and activation requirements Work with the Customer Support Portal and Cortex XDR Gateway for authentication and authorization This instructor-led training enables you to prevent attacks on your endpoints. After an overview of the Cortex XDR components, the training introduces the Cortex XDR management console and demonstrates how to install agents on your endpoints and how to create Security profiles and policies. The training enables you to perform and track response actions, tune profiles, and work with Cortex XDR alerts. The training concludes with discussions about basic troubleshooting of the agent, the on-premises Broker VM component, and Cortex XDR deployment. Course Outline This class is comprised of the following modules: Module 1 - Cortex XDR Family Overview Module 2 - Cortex XDR Main Components Module 3 - Cortex XDR Mangement Components Module 4 - Profiles and Policy Rules Module 5 - Malware Protection Module 6 - Exploit Protection Module 7 - Cortex XDR Alerts Module 8 - Tuning Policies using Exceptions Module 9 - - Response Actions Module 10 - Basic Agent Troubleshooting Module 11 - Broker VM Overview Module 12 - Deployment Consideration

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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for System administrators and security operations personnel, including analysts and managers Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the components and capabilities of the Carbon Black EDR server Identify the architecture and data flows for Carbon Black EDR communication Describe the Carbon Black EDR server installation process Manage and configure the Carbon Black EDR sever based on organizational requirements Perform searches across process and binary information Implement threat intelligence feeds and create watchlists for automated notifications Describe the different response capabilities available from the Carbon Black EDR server Use investigations to correlate data between multiple processes This course teaches you how to use the VMware Carbon Black© EDR? product and leverage the capabilities to configure and maintain the system according to your organization?s security posture and policies. This course provides an in-depth, technical understanding of the Carbon Black EDR product through comprehensive coursework and hands-on scenario-based labs. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Planning and Installation Hardware and software requirements Architecture Data flows Server installation review Installing sensors Server Administration Configuration and settings Carbon Black EDR users and groups Process Search and Analysis Filtering options Creating searches Process analysis and events Binary Search and Banning Binaries Filtering options Creating searches Hash banning Search best practices Search operators Advanced queries Threat Intelligence Enabling alliance feeds Threat reports details Use and functionality Watchlists Creating watchlists Use and functionality Alerts / Investigations / Response Using the HUD Alerts workflow Using network isolation Using live response

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Data center architects Cloud infrastructure architects Network engineers System administrators Storage administrators System engineers who work in data center solutions and manage data center management policies Cisco integrators and partners Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Understand Cisco UCS Director architecture Understand deployment models of Cisco UCS Director Configure virtual data centers, policies, and catalogs Understand the unified infrastructure management capabilities of Cisco UCS Director Understand orchestration and build advanced workflows Understand application containers The Cisco UCS Director Foundation (UCSDF) v6.6 course helps you understand concepts, architecture, and deployment use cases for Cisco UCS© Director. You will gain hands-on experience in deploying basic Cisco UCS Director solutions. You will also practice using core features that most implementations require, such as services design, using the self-service portal for provisioning services, creating workflows that enable cloud automation and standardize IT services, and more. Introducing Cisco UCS Director Understanding Data Center Challenges Understanding the Benefits of Cisco UCS Director Understanding Cisco UCS Director Components Explaining Cisco UCS Director Architecture Explaining Bare-Metal Agent Understanding Cisco UCS Director Deployment Explaining Cisco UCS Director Deployment Explaining Global System Settings Understanding Site and Pod Management Understanding Cisco UCS Director Infrastructure Management Understanding Cisco UCS Director Deployment Understanding the Design Phase Understanding Policies Understanding vDC and Groups Use Case Understanding Deployment Through the Self-Service Portal Understanding the Self-Service Provisioning Portal Understanding Service Request Introducing Orchestration Understanding Orchestration Reporting and Monitoring in Cisco UCS Director Understanding Chargeback in Cisco UCS Director Understanding Reports in Cisco UCS Director Introducing Application Containers Understanding Application Containers

Overview Master Microsoft Visio 2016 and elevate your workflow by attending the Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle course.In the comprehensive Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle course, you'll learn about creating, shaping and connecting text in Microsoft Visio 2016. You'll learn how to add images to a diagram, precise object alignment, and other essentials, for effective data management. You'll also learn how to integrate hyperlinks into your work while collaborating with co-authors, and save your work in different formats to share your work in several platforms. Save time and grow your diagramming skills with Microsoft Visio 2016, by enrolling today! How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is this course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible on tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on wifi, 3G or 4G.There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career path Having these various qualifications will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management , Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Course Curriculum 12 sections • 40 lectures • 16:10:00 total length •Navigate the Visio Environment: 00:15:00 •Create a Basic Drawing: 00:30:00 •Use the Help System: 00:15:00 •Use Drawing Components: 00:30:00 •Modify a Drawing: 00:15:00 •Work with Callouts and Groups: 00:15:00 •Create a Basic Organization Chart: 00:30:00 •Do More with Organization Charts: 00:15:00 •Make a Basic Floor Plan: 00:30:00 •Model a Room Layout: 00:15:00 •Create a Cross-Functional Flowchart: 00:30:00 •Modify a Cross-functional Flowchart: 00:15:00 •Create Network Diagrams: 00:15:00 •Use Shape Data: 00:15:00 •Use Layers: 00:30:00 •Work with Shape and Connector Styles: 00:15:00 •Work with Themes and Variants: 00:15:00 •Work with Containers: 00:15:00 •Work with Shape Styles: 00:30:00 •Use 3D Shapes: 00:30:00 •Apply Backgrounds, Borders, and Titles: 00:30:00 •Create Custom Stencils: 00:30:00 •Create Simple Custom Shapes: 00:30:00 •Create Master Shapes: 00:30:00 •Create Custom Templates: 00:30:00 •Generate a Pivot Diagram from an Excel Spreadsheet: 00:30:00 •Create a Chart from a Project File: 00:30:00 •Create a Timeline from a Project File: 00:30:00 •Connect to an Access Database: 00:30:00 •Create Macros: 00:30:00 •Modify ShapeSheets: 00:30:00 •Use Advanced Shape Tools: 00:30:00 •Save and Share Drawings with One Drive: 00:30:00 •Review Drawings: 00:30:00 •Insert Drawings into Other Office Files: 00:30:00 •Export Drawings: 00:30:00 •Print Drawings: 00:30:00 •Activities - Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle: 00:00:00 •Mock Exam- Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle: 00:20:00 •Final Exam- Microsoft Visio 2016 - Complete Bundle: 00:20:00