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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is primarily designed for students who want to gain the skills necessary to use VBA to automate tasks in Excel such as collecting data from external sources, cleaning, and manipulating data. The target student may also want to learn how to create custom worksheet functions to streamline worksheet formulas and make complex worksheets easier to support, maintain, and understand. Overview In this course, you will develop and deploy VBA modules to solve business problems. You will: Identify general components of VBA and their appropriate use in solving business solutions. Record VBA macros to automate repetitive tasks. Use reference tools built into Excel to get help on VBA programming language and objects used in the Excel VBA environment. Write VBA code to create a custom worksheet function. Eliminate, avoid, or handle errors in VBA code, and optimize its performance. Control how and when macros run. Develop UserForm objects to create custom dialog boxes and windows. Use VBA to read and write data from local files and cloud services. Use VBA to clean and transform data. Run programs and commands outside of Excel and share VBA projects with other users VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) enables you to enhance and extend the capabilities of Microsoft© Excel© and other applications in the Microsoft© Office application suite. You can use VBA to perform tasks that would be difficult or impossible to do using only worksheet functions, and you can automate a wide range of tasks involving the collection, processing, analysis, and visualization of data. This course will give you a good foundation for understanding, creating, and using VBA in your own Excel workbooks, show you how to work with data across different applications, and how to package the macros and functions you create so you can back them up, move them to other computers, and share them with other users Prerequisites To ensure your success in this course, you should be an experienced Excel user who is comfortable creating and working with Excel workbooks, including tasks such as entering worksheet formulas, using absolute and relative addressing, formatting cells, and creating pivot tables and charts. This level of skill could be acquired by taking the Microsoft Excel for Office 365? (Desktop or Online) courses, Parts 1, 2, and 3 1 - Using VBA to Solve Business Problems Topic A: Use Macros to Automate Tasks in Excel Topic B: Identify Components of Macro-Enabled Workbooks Topic C: Configure the Excel VBA Environment 2 - Automating Repetitive Tasks Topic A: Use the Macro Recorder to Create a VBA Macro Topic B: Record a Macro with Relative Addressing Topic C: Delete Macros and Modules Topic D: Identify Strategies for Using the Macro Recorder 3 - Getting Help on VBA Topic A: Use VBA Help Topic B: Use the Object Browser to Discover Objects You Can Use in VBA Topic C: Use the Immediate Window to Explore Object Properties and Methods 4 - Creating Custom Worksheet Functions Topic A: Create a Custom Function Topic B: Make Decisions in Code Topic C: Work with Variables Topic D: Perform Repetitive Tasks 5 - Improving Your VBA Code Topic A: Debug VBA Errors Topic B: Deal with Errors Topic C: Improve Macro Performance 6 - Controlling How and When Macros Run Topic A: Prompt the User for Information Topic B: Configure Macros to Run Automatically 7 - Developing Custom Forms Topic A: Display a Custom Dialog Box Topic B: Program Form Events 8 - Using VBA to Work with Files Topic A: Use VBA to Get File and Directory Structure Topic B: Use VBA to Read Text Files Topic C: Use VBA to Write Text Files 9 - Using VBA to Clean and Transform Data Topic A: Automate Power Query Topic B: Transform Data Using VBA and Workbook Functions Topic C: Use Regular Expressions Topic D: Manage Errors in Data 10 - Extending the Programming Environment Beyond the Workbook Topic A: Run Other Programs and Commands Topic B: Share Your VBA Projects

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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 30th of October 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 (1 of 2): 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. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience (2 of 2): What to expect from Monique's Keynote: This isn’t your typical “communication 101” talk. Monique Helstrom brings 27 years of real-world experience, high-level insight, and zero fluff. She’s coached leaders, built operational ecosystems, and even served as the “Chief of Simon Sinek” (yes, that Simon Sinek). Safe to say, she knows a thing or two about working with humans—especially when they’re brilliant, busy, and occasionally impossible. In this keynote, Monique will: Call out the silent killers of great communication (you will relate) Show you how to set clearer expectations without sounding like a robot Teach you how to be both direct and kind (it’s possible, promise) Arm you with practical strategies that work in real-world pressure-cooker moments Remind you why your voice and presence matter—no matter your title Expect sharp insight, a few laughs, and a lot of “why has no one told me this before?” Monique's Career Bio: With 27 years of experience building humans and operational ecosystems, Monique coaches, recruits, and speaks with one mission: To help people become who they were always meant to be — effective, self-aware, and unstoppable. Formerly the Executive Assistant and “Chief of Simon Sinek,” Monique was the force behind the scenes of a global thought leadership brand. She’s worked with top executives, entrepreneurs, assistants, creatives, and mission-driven organisations around the world and has seen the same issue repeat itself time and time again: communication breakdown, unclear expectations, and wasted potential. So she decided to fix it. As a speaker, coach, and specialised recruiter, Monique delivers real talk and real strategies. She teaches principals how to work with, not just have, high-performing assistants and shows assistants how to stand tall, communicate clearly, and own their worth. Her work is rooted in practical psychology, pattern recognition, and the simple the truth that people can change when they’re given the tools and support to do so. Monique’s areas of expertise include: Communication — Building trust, clarity, and accountability for everyone. Executive presence — Strategic thought, self-confidence, and influence. How to lead, leverage, and grow high-performing assistant partnerships. Goal setting, feedback, and performance coaching that drives personal growth and business results. Identifying operational inefficiencies and translating them into clear, people-powered solutions. Source: Monique Helstrom - YouTube Channel. Panel Session Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Leah Temena Leah is a Senior Executive Assistant at JPMorgan Chase with over a decade of experience supporting C-Suite leaders—and a passionate voice for the growth, visibility, and leadership of administrative professionals. Alongside her corporate role, Leah runs a career coaching business across the U.S. and Asia. She empowers administrative assistants and Asian immigrant professionals elevate their executive presence, communicate their business impact, and break past cultural and professional barriers. At JPMorgan Chase, Leah serves as the North America Lead for the Career and Skills Pillar of SAGE, the firm’s employee resource group for administrative professionals. In this role, she develops and delivers programming that supports the professional development and upward mobility of admins across the region. Her background spans compliance, HR, presentation strategy, and nonprofit partnerships, with additional experience at Deutsche Bank and in nonprofit sectors. Leah holds a degree in Human Resources Management and completed her Professional Coaching Certificate through New York University. Mary Curry Mary Curry is a seasoned Executive Assistant and Business Operations professional with over 15 years of experience supporting C-suite leaders across technology, finance, construction, and aerospace. Known for her adaptability, sharp judgment, and proactive mindset, she excels at creating structure, optimizing workflows, and anticipating needs in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Mary brings a strategic edge to executive support, managing complex calendars, high-profile events, and confidential communications with precision. Her work has driven cost savings, streamlined operations, and enhanced executive impact. She is a Master Certified Microsoft Office Specialist, fluent in Google Workspace, and an early adopter of AI tools to enhance productivity and decision-making. Beyond her professional life, Mary is a certified sommelier, avid reader, and fitness enthusiast who believes that wellness, curiosity, and clarity are essential to showing up as a strong partner and leader. She’s passionate about building trusted relationships and helping leadership teams thrive from behind the scenes. Joanne Gard Joanne is an experienced Senior Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience in the EA role as well as 15 years as a meetings and events professional. She has been supporting a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company for 10 years and was recently presented a firm award that recognizes an inspirational colleague who inspires and motivates others to do the right things for our clients, our Firm, and our people. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and drive for the role to others as a mentor and trainer. Joanne is driven to helping other EAs understand the importance of their role, the partnership they can have and the strategic part they can play in a powerful collaboration. She hopes to continue to help others learn how much more they can contribute and be the architect of their future. Annemarie Smith Annemarie Smith, an architect of executive operations 30+ years of global leadership experience spanning aerospace, healthcare, finance, legal, and manufacturing sectors across Canada, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. A trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior management, she blends operational efficiency with people-first leadership to elevate every agile environment she supports. As a systems thinker, Annemarie serves as an executive situational awareness amplifier, translating strategic vision into actionable impact. She streamlines operations using lean principles, safeguards executive priorities with discretion, and anchors administrative excellence in agility, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. As an architect of order, and execution, she organizes critical business reviews, aligns strategic calendars, and designs and delivers hybrid events that reflect the evolving needs of diverse and neurodivergent workforces. She champions knowledge sharing across the organization to empower the workforce, enhance digital collaboration, and strengthen the connective fabric that enables hybrid and remote work to thrive. Her expertise also extends to people operations and workforce planning by delivering live trainings, leading system rollouts, and partnering on strategic hiring. With attention to travel and expense oversight, she ensures compliance, accountability, and a seamless executive experience from boardroom to boarding gate. Annemarie’s entrepreneurial spirit is at the heart of EA Insights, a consultancy she founded to elevate the role of the executive assistant as a central intelligence hub and strategic partner. Through her published work at https://eainsights.biz, she shares powerful insights drawn from decades of navigating complexity with grace, bending time to meet priorities, and championing excellence behind the walls of corporate America. 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/ 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.

Elite EA/PA Forum We are delighted to announce the Elite EA/PA Forum for the UK & Ireland will be on the 30th of October 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 (1 of 2): 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. Keynote Address with Q&A from the audience (2 of 2): What to expect from Monique's Keynote: This isn’t your typical “communication 101” talk. Monique Helstrom brings 27 years of real-world experience, high-level insight, and zero fluff. She’s coached leaders, built operational ecosystems, and even served as the “Chief of Simon Sinek” (yes, that Simon Sinek). Safe to say, she knows a thing or two about working with humans—especially when they’re brilliant, busy, and occasionally impossible. In this keynote, Monique will: Call out the silent killers of great communication (you will relate) Show you how to set clearer expectations without sounding like a robot Teach you how to be both direct and kind (it’s possible, promise) Arm you with practical strategies that work in real-world pressure-cooker moments Remind you why your voice and presence matter—no matter your title Expect sharp insight, a few laughs, and a lot of “why has no one told me this before?” Monique's Career Bio: With 27 years of experience building humans and operational ecosystems, Monique coaches, recruits, and speaks with one mission: To help people become who they were always meant to be — effective, self-aware, and unstoppable. Formerly the Executive Assistant and “Chief of Simon Sinek,” Monique was the force behind the scenes of a global thought leadership brand. She’s worked with top executives, entrepreneurs, assistants, creatives, and mission-driven organisations around the world and has seen the same issue repeat itself time and time again: communication breakdown, unclear expectations, and wasted potential. So she decided to fix it. As a speaker, coach, and specialised recruiter, Monique delivers real talk and real strategies. She teaches principals how to work with, not just have, high-performing assistants and shows assistants how to stand tall, communicate clearly, and own their worth. Her work is rooted in practical psychology, pattern recognition, and the simple the truth that people can change when they’re given the tools and support to do so. Monique’s areas of expertise include: Communication — Building trust, clarity, and accountability for everyone. Executive presence — Strategic thought, self-confidence, and influence. How to lead, leverage, and grow high-performing assistant partnerships. Goal setting, feedback, and performance coaching that drives personal growth and business results. Identifying operational inefficiencies and translating them into clear, people-powered solutions. Source: Monique Helstrom - YouTube Channel. Panel Session Crisis Mode: What to do when everything goes wrong Master a step-by-step approach to prioritising and problem-solving under pressure. Strengthen emotional resilience and calm decision-making during unexpected disruptions. Learn how to communicate clearly and lead from behind in high-stress situations. Leah Temena Leah is a Senior Executive Assistant at JPMorgan Chase with over a decade of experience supporting C-Suite leaders—and a passionate voice for the growth, visibility, and leadership of administrative professionals. Alongside her corporate role, Leah runs a career coaching business across the U.S. and Asia. She empowers administrative assistants and Asian immigrant professionals elevate their executive presence, communicate their business impact, and break past cultural and professional barriers. At JPMorgan Chase, Leah serves as the North America Lead for the Career and Skills Pillar of SAGE, the firm’s employee resource group for administrative professionals. In this role, she develops and delivers programming that supports the professional development and upward mobility of admins across the region. Her background spans compliance, HR, presentation strategy, and nonprofit partnerships, with additional experience at Deutsche Bank and in nonprofit sectors. Leah holds a degree in Human Resources Management and completed her Professional Coaching Certificate through New York University. Mary Curry Mary Curry is a seasoned Executive Assistant and Business Operations professional with over 15 years of experience supporting C-suite leaders across technology, finance, construction, and aerospace. Known for her adaptability, sharp judgment, and proactive mindset, she excels at creating structure, optimizing workflows, and anticipating needs in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Mary brings a strategic edge to executive support, managing complex calendars, high-profile events, and confidential communications with precision. Her work has driven cost savings, streamlined operations, and enhanced executive impact. She is a Master Certified Microsoft Office Specialist, fluent in Google Workspace, and an early adopter of AI tools to enhance productivity and decision-making. Beyond her professional life, Mary is a certified sommelier, avid reader, and fitness enthusiast who believes that wellness, curiosity, and clarity are essential to showing up as a strong partner and leader. She’s passionate about building trusted relationships and helping leadership teams thrive from behind the scenes. Joanne Gard Joanne is an experienced Senior Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience in the EA role as well as 15 years as a meetings and events professional. She has been supporting a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company for 10 years and was recently presented a firm award that recognizes an inspirational colleague who inspires and motivates others to do the right things for our clients, our Firm, and our people. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and drive for the role to others as a mentor and trainer. Joanne is driven to helping other EAs understand the importance of their role, the partnership they can have and the strategic part they can play in a powerful collaboration. She hopes to continue to help others learn how much more they can contribute and be the architect of their future. Annemarie Smith Annemarie Smith, an architect of executive operations 30+ years of global leadership experience spanning aerospace, healthcare, finance, legal, and manufacturing sectors across Canada, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United States. A trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior management, she blends operational efficiency with people-first leadership to elevate every agile environment she supports. As a systems thinker, Annemarie serves as an executive situational awareness amplifier, translating strategic vision into actionable impact. She streamlines operations using lean principles, safeguards executive priorities with discretion, and anchors administrative excellence in agility, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. As an architect of order, and execution, she organizes critical business reviews, aligns strategic calendars, and designs and delivers hybrid events that reflect the evolving needs of diverse and neurodivergent workforces. She champions knowledge sharing across the organization to empower the workforce, enhance digital collaboration, and strengthen the connective fabric that enables hybrid and remote work to thrive. Her expertise also extends to people operations and workforce planning by delivering live trainings, leading system rollouts, and partnering on strategic hiring. With attention to travel and expense oversight, she ensures compliance, accountability, and a seamless executive experience from boardroom to boarding gate. Annemarie’s entrepreneurial spirit is at the heart of EA Insights, a consultancy she founded to elevate the role of the executive assistant as a central intelligence hub and strategic partner. Through her published work at https://eainsights.biz, she shares powerful insights drawn from decades of navigating complexity with grace, bending time to meet priorities, and championing excellence behind the walls of corporate America. 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/ 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.) 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