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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed primarily for cybersecurity practitioners preparing for or who currently perform job functions related to protecting information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. It is ideal for those roles within federal contracting companies and private sector firms whose mission or strategic objectives require the execution of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) or DoD Information Network (DoDIN) operation and incident handling. This course focuses on the knowledge, ability, and skills necessary to provide for the defense of those information systems in a cybersecurity context, including protection, detection, analysis, investigation, and response processes. Overview In this course, you will identify, assess, respond to, and protect against security threats and operate a system and network security analysis platform. You will: Assess cybersecurity risks to the organization. Analyze the threat landscape. Analyze various reconnaissance threats to computing and network environments. Analyze various attacks on computing and network environments. Analyze various post-attack techniques. Assess the organization's security posture through auditing, vulnerability management, and penetration testing. Collect cybersecurity intelligence from various network-based and host-based sources. Analyze log data to reveal evidence of threats and incidents. Perform active asset and network analysis to detect incidents. Respond to cybersecurity incidents using containment, mitigation, and recovery tactics. Investigate cybersecurity incidents using forensic analysis techniques. This course covers network defense and incident response methods, tactics, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide), US-CERT's National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP), and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools, tactics, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks, defend cybersecurity assets, identify various types of common threats, evaluate the organization's security, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence, and remediate and report incidents as they occur. This course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization. This course is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410) certification examination. What you learn and practice in this course can be a significant part of your preparation. In addition, this course and subsequent certification (CFR-410) meet all requirements for personnel requiring DoD directive 8570.01-M position certification baselines: CSSP Analyst CSSP Infrastructure Support CSSP Incident Responder CSSP Auditor The course and certification also meet all criteria for the following Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) domains: Incident Response (IR) Audit and Accountability (AU) Risk Management (RM) Lesson 1: Assessing Cybersecurity Risk Topic A: Identify the Importance of Risk Management Topic B: Assess Risk Topic C: Mitigate Risk Topic D: Integrate Documentation into Risk Management Lesson 2: Analyzing the Threat Landscape Topic A: Classify Threats Topic B: Analyze Trends Affecting Security Posture Lesson 3: Analyzing Reconnaissance Threats to Computing and Network Environments Topic A: Implement Threat Modeling Topic B: Assess the Impact of Reconnaissance Topic C: Assess the Impact of Social Engineering Lesson 4: Analyzing Attacks on Computing and Network Environments Topic A: Assess the Impact of System Hacking Attacks Topic B: Assess the Impact of Web-Based Attacks Topic C: Assess the Impact of Malware Topic D: Assess the Impact of Hijacking and Impersonation Attacks Topic E: Assess the Impact of DoS Incidents Topic F: Assess the Impact of Threats to Mobile Security Topic G: Assess the Impact of Threats to Cloud Security Lesson 5: Analyzing Post-Attack Techniques Topic A: Assess Command and Control Techniques Topic B: Assess Persistence Techniques Topic C: Assess Lateral Movement and Pivoting Techniques Topic D: Assess Data Exfiltration Techniques Topic E: Assess Anti-Forensics Techniques Lesson 6: Assessing the Organization's Security Posture Topic A: Implement Cybersecurity Auditing Topic B: Implement a Vulnerability Management Plan Topic C: Assess Vulnerabilities Topic D: Conduct Penetration Testing Lesson 7: Collecting Cybersecurity Intelligence Topic A: Deploy a Security Intelligence Collection and Analysis Platform Topic B: Collect Data from Network-Based Intelligence Sources Topic C: Collect Data from Host-Based Intelligence Sources Lesson 8: Analyzing Log Data Topic A: Use Common Tools to Analyze Logs Topic B: Use SIEM Tools for Analysis Lesson 9: Performing Active Asset and Network Analysis Topic A: Analyze Incidents with Windows-Based Tools Topic B: Analyze Incidents with Linux-Based Tools Topic C: Analyze Indicators of Compromise Lesson 10: Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents Topic A: Deploy an Incident Handling and Response Architecture Topic B: Mitigate Incidents Topic C: Hand Over Incident Information to a Forensic Investigation Lesson 11: Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents Topic A: Apply a Forensic Investigation Plan Topic B: Securely Collect and Analyze Electronic Evidence Topic C: Follow Up on the Results of an Investigation Additional course details: Nexus Humans CertNexus Certified CyberSec First Responder (CFR-410) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the CertNexus Certified CyberSec First Responder (CFR-410) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Overview Performance management is a continuous process which involves making sure the performance of your employees contributes to organisational and team goals. Having effective employment management in place helps everyone in the organisation to know what the business is trying to achieve, the skill and competencies they need to fulfil their role and how they can develop their performance to develop the organisation.

Learn how to perform and read an ECG ... Nationally Recognised Qualification OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced level) CPD Accredited - The CPD Certification Service Introduces you to the fundamentals of setting up and operating an ECG machine Includes patient preparation Produce a valid (error free) ECG Learn and understand ECG traces Recognise recordings that require urgent attention Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS VIRTUAL CLASSROOM OPTION INCLUDES COMPREHENSIVE PRACTISE@HOME ECG TRAINING KIT Final interpretation of all ECG recordings is the responsibility of a medical professional.

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About this Training Course Reservoir engineering methods, data and models are used in the E&P business to describe and optimise hydrocarbon recovery. This 5 full-day course addresses reservoir engineering concepts and methods to enable cross-disciplinary team work and the smooth exchange of ideas and experience. In this course, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the fundamentals of reservoir engineering and a broad range of modern reservoir engineering principles and practices for reservoir development and production, including the estimation of oil and gas reserves. The topics covered in this course will be illustrated with practical and actual field cases. Some self-study or reading will be required from participants. Training Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Describe use of permeability and fluid saturation in reservoir engineering. Explain the assessment of hydrocarbon resources and recoverable reserves estimation. Understand analysis and modelling of fluid behaviour. Explain oil and gas reservoir performance. Describe material balance methods in oil and gas reservoirs. Understand design and analysis of well tests. Understand analysis and production of producing wells and forecasting methods. Describe fluid displacement at the pore and reservoir scale. Explain reservoir simulation approaches. Describe tools for handling the uncertainty in reservoir analysis. Describe various recovery methods from primary to enhanced recovery. Target Audience This course is intended for professionals with prior technical or engineering exposure to exploration and production activities. Targeted participants include geoscientists, production engineers, petrophysicists and petroleum engineers involved with exploration and development of oil & gas reservoirs. The course will also benefit petroleum engineering team leaders as well as IT staff and support staff who work with reservoir engineering, development and production departments. Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your expert course leader is an independent Reservoir Engineering Consultant, providing project consultancy and reservoir engineering training for global customers. He retired from Shell in 2012 and during the last years of his Shell career, he held the Senior Reserves Consultant for the Middle East and Reservoir Engineering Discipline Lead positions. He is a seasoned Petroleum Engineering professional, with global experience in Shell companies and joint ventures (NAM, SSB, SCL, PDO, SKDBV). His technical expertise is in reserves and resource management, reservoir engineering quality assurance, and staff development as well as carbonate reservoirs, modelling and reservoir simulation.  PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2012 to date Independent Reservoir Engineering Consultant Petroleum and reservoir engineering advice, training and services. Reservoir engineering training for major oil companies, engineering firms and other global customers. Assurance of SPE and SEC reserves compliance. Participation in SPE reserves and resources estimation Advanced Technology Workshops both as an organising committee member and as session speaker.   2008 - 2012 Shell International E&P, the Hague, the Netherlands Senior Reserves Consultant for Shell business units and joint ventures in the Middle East Region Assurance of SEC and SPE compliance of reserves and resources. Industry publications and conference contributions a.o. SPE guidelines on probabilistic reserves estimation.   2006 - 2008 Shell E&P Technology Solutions, Rijswijk, the Netherlands Reservoir Engineering Discipline Lead Responsible for Reservoir Engineering in global projects and for staff planning and development (over 60 international Reservoir Engineers).   2001 - 2005 Centre for Carbonate Studies, SQU, Oman / Shell International E&P Applications and Research / Shell Representative Office Oman   Petroleum Engineering Manager PE Manager in the Carbonate Research Centre, a joint venture between Sultan Qaboos University in Oman and Shell International. Industrial research projects and teaching on recovery aspects of carbonate reservoir development.   1997 - 2000 Shell International E&P, Rijswijk, the Netherlands Principal Reservoir Engineer Coordination of the NOV subsurface team in Shell Kazakhstan Development BV in 2000. Leading role in Shell Gamechanger project on natural gas hydrates. Acting Shell Group Reserves Co-ordinator in 1997-1998. Facilitation of workshops with government shareholders, including discussions on sensitive reserves issues (BSP Petroleum Unit Brunei, PDO Oman, SPDC government Nigeria).   1992 - 1996 Shell Training Centre, Noordwijkerhout, the Netherlands Reservoir Engineering Programme Training Director Advanced PE training events, QA/QC, design and delivery of courses to Shell staff.   1985 - 1992 Shell International, SIPM, the Hague, The Netherlands Senior Reservoir Engineer Reservoir simulation, integrated reservoir modelling and gas field development and major contributor to the Shell internal Gas Field Planning Tool development. Full field reservoir simulation projects supporting Field Development Plans, operational strategies and unitisation negotiations for Shell Group Operating Companies in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Egypt.   1984 - 1985 Geological Survey of the Netherlands, Ministry of Economic Affairs Reservoir Engineering Section Head Responsible for Petroleum Engineering advice on oil and gas licences to the Ministry of Economic Affairs. First-hand experience with a government view on resource management.   1976 - 1984 NAM, Assen, The Netherlands and SSB/SSPC, Miri, Malaysia Wellsite Operations Engineer / Operational Reservoir Engineer POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Aim The aim of this course is to develop the confidence and practical skills of participants to deliver great quality, timely RSE for pupils with SEND in primary education Learning outcomes By the end of the training participants will have: had an update of the DfE guidance about relationships education and health education and optional primary sex education thought about what language (spoken and visual) to use in the school to talk about private body parts and during personal care discussed how to deal with touching behaviours in the classroom identified relevant, age appropriate resources to use for RSE Course Outline Welcome and introductions and working agreement Government guidance Language and symbols Dealing with touching behaviours in the classroom Resources and how to use them Close

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.) 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.

The misuse of these terms can lead to delays, penalties, problems with payment and more. This half day seminar will explain Incoterms® and their importance in international trade contracts.

QA Level 2 Award In Fire Safety (RQF) Face to Face Classroom: Full day course Online / Virtual Classroom: 3 sessions of 2½ hours Suitable for Fire Wardens/Fire Marshals and all other members of staff Provides a foundation of fire safety knowledge on which employers and ‘responsible persons’ can build, keeping the business safe from fire Benefits of this course: How much do you know about keeping yourself and others safe in the workplace? Fire Safety Law breaches can result in unlimited fines and imprisonment More importantly, how would you feel if someone got injured or even killed by a fire you could have prevented? This course is for anyone who has a specific responsibility for fire safety in the workplace, such as designated fire wardens/fire marshals Successful candidates will gain an understanding of fire safety management at work and the specific roles and responsibilities related to fire safety in the workplace. Course Contents: Causes of Fire in the Workplace The Fire Triangle Hazards during and after a Fire Fire and Smoke Spread Identifying and Controlling Fire Hazards Fire Safety Laws Duties and Responsibilities of Employers and Employees Undertaking a Fire Safety Inspection Fire Safety Risk Assessments Contents of a Fire Safety Briefing Roles and Responsibilities of the Nominated Fire Warden Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: Our Fire Safety course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards.You can rest assured that the training your employees receive is of a high quality and the candidates will get a strong grounding in Fire Safety, helping to keep your staff and your business safe from fire.The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2756/X