From Assistant to Leader: Building Influence, Leading Teams and Creating Strategic Impact

The role of the modern PA and EA has evolved far beyond diary management. In this session, Rebecca shares her journey from Executive Assistant to Executive Support Manager, leading a team of Executive Assistants while supporting a Chief Executive in one of the UK's leading charities.

Drawing on practical examples from the charity sector, Rebecca will explore how assistants can develop influence, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, lead without authority, and create high-performing support functions. Attendees will leave with practical ideas they can apply to raise their profile, increase their impact, and take the next step in their careers.

Key takeaways:

Building strategic relationships with senior leaders
Developing influence beyond your job title
Creating and leading a high-performing support team
Making the transition from EA to people leader