18th Global Executive Assistant Summit on May 20- 21 2027, in Nice

Join us for the summer edition of the #EtapaAssistants Summit!

Designed for ambitious Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, and Business Support Professionals, this premier international event brings together industry leaders and peers from around the world to explore the trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of the profession.

About The Summit

Join us for two exceptional days of innovation, inspiration, and meaningful connections at the 18th Global Executive Assistant Summit, taking place in the beautiful city of Nice, France, on 20–21 May 2027.

Bringing together Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, Office Managers, and Business Support Professionals from around the world, the Summit is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to excel in today’s rapidly evolving workplace.

What Awaits You

World-Class Speakers & Thought Leadership

Gain valuable insights from internationally recognised experts and industry leaders who are shaping the future of executive support.

Practical Workshops & Interactive Learning

Explore the latest trends in AI, Microsoft Copilot, productivity, leadership, and digital transformation through engaging, hands-on sessions.

Global Networking Opportunities

Connect with ambitious professionals from across the world, exchange ideas, share best practices, and build lasting international relationships.

Exclusive Experiences & Special Surprises

Enjoy exciting giveaways, premium gifts, and memorable moments thoughtfully curated by the Vonlanthen Global Conferences team.

The French Riviera Experience

Combine professional development with the elegance and charm of Nice. From its breathtaking coastline to its vibrant culture and world-class hospitality, the French Riviera provides the perfect setting to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Whether you’re looking to future-proof your career, strengthen your strategic impact, discover the latest technologies, or expand your global network, the 18th Global Executive Assistant Summit offers an experience that goes beyond a conference — it is an investment in your professional future.

Join us in Nice and become part of a global community that is shaping the future of executive support.

KEY PRACTICAL LEARNING POINTS

Real tips, real examples, real impact

Microsoft Copilot in Action

Discover how to maximise Microsoft Copilot across Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to streamline daily tasks, enhance productivity, and support your executive more strategically.
AI as Your Strategic Partner

Explore the latest AI tools and practical applications that are transforming the Executive and Personal Assistant profession.
Executive Presence & Strategic Influence

Develop the confidence, communication skills, and business acumen to become a trusted advisor and strategic partner.
The Future of the EA Profession

Learn how the role is evolving and the essential skills needed to stay ahead in an AI-powered workplace.
Productivity Without Burnout

Master practical techniques for prioritisation, focus, and sustainable high performance in demanding environments.
Digital Excellence & Smart Workflows

Discover innovative technologies, automation, and digital solutions that simplify processes and increase efficiency.
Leadership Without the Title

Build the skills to lead projects, influence change, and drive business success—regardless of your position.
Cybersecurity & Executive Confidentiality

Strengthen your understanding of information security, digital risks, and best practices for protecting sensitive business information.
Emotional Intelligence & Resilience

Enhance your ability to manage pressure, build strong relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced professional environment.
Global Networking & Career Growth

Connect with Executive and Personal Assistants from around the world, exchange best practices, and build valuable professional relationships that last beyond the Summit.

Who Should Attend

Executive Assistants
Personal Assistants
Administrative Professionals
Office Managers
Executive Secretaries
Team Assistants

Senior Administrative Coordinators 
Chief of Staff 
Executive Coordinators 
Administrative Managers 
Virtual Assistants 
Event Planners

Project Coordinators 
Operations Assistants 
Administrative Support Specialists 
Office Administrators 
Executive Support Staff

Administrative Analysts 
Administrative Directors 
Any professional interested in advancing their skills and knowledge in executive support roles

Moments from Our Events

Discover practical insights from renowned speakers, engage in interactive sessions, and gain fresh perspectives on AI, digital transformation, leadership, productivity, strategic partnership, and the evolving role of the modern Executive Assistant.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the French Riviera, the Summit offers the perfect balance of professional development and meaningful connections. Exchange ideas, build lasting relationships, and become part of a global community that is redefining excellence in business support.

Join us in Nice and be inspired, empowered, and ready for what’s next.

Michelle

Executive Assistant
Global EA Summit in Lisbon

It was a great balance of learning, networking, and open discussions around how the EA role is evolving. I especially appreciated the focus on AI, operations, and strategic partnership, as well as the opportunity to connect with such a supportive and inspiring community of professionals.
You leave feeling inspired by so many different use cases, ideas, and learnings that you can bring back into your day to day work. The organization, atmosphere, and speaker selection were excellent, and Lisbon was a fantastic location for it all!

Catarina

Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Global EA Summit in Munich

I am pleasantly surprised at how well organised the event was. So interactive, amazing workshops, always fun and meeting amazing people with such a positive energy. I learn a lot and now I feel like I have a community of EAs. I will go home “rich” in networking.

Josee

Executive Assistant
Scandinavian EA Summit in Stockholm

A special event in a wonderful environment with great speakers and lovely programmes and activities.

Judy

Executive Assistant
Global EA Summit in Barcelona

Such a gift for yourself! The knowledge about how to and the insides who you are are a perfect combination and boost the spark inside yourself 🤩

Evelyn

Executive Assistant
Global EA Summit in Barcelona

It was a fabulous experience, very uplifting to see that I am not alone in my struggles and the support amongst the group was wonderful.

Nawaf

Executive Office Team Leader
Global EA Summit in Barcelona

I really do appreciate the warm welcome since the day of arrival until the last session

Barbara

Executive Assistant
Global EA Summit in Vienna

I'm so happy I attended, thank all the speakers, my colleagues and of course the Etapa Team who made our stay unforgettable

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Lucy Brazier, OBE UK

CEO, International Speaker, Conference Chair, One of the World’s Leading Authorities in the Administrative Profession

Marcham Publishing, Publisher of Executive Support Magazine

Lucy Brazier OBE is one of the world’s leading authorities on the administrative profession. As the CEO of Executive Support Media and Author of the 2024 International Book Awards' Career Book of the Year, ‘The Modern-Day Assistant: Build Your Influence and Boost Your Potential’, Lucy is a tireless advocate for elevating the Assistant role as a recognised and respected career path. Her unparalleled expertise has seen her train, keynote, and emcee at over 650 events in 50+ countries, including chairing and co-facilitating the prestigious World Administrators Summit.

With over a decade of deep engagement with global Assistants, executives, and leading trainers, Lucy possesses unique insight into the evolving demands of the profession. Her work has led to measurable transformations: Assistants achieving promotions, companies creating internal career frameworks, and executives better utilising their support functions.

Lucy’s passion for advancing the profession culminated in her pivotal work with the World Administrators Alliance on the Global Skills Matrix and collaborations with Fortune 500 companies to restructure and enhance Business Support teams. Recognised for her contributions, Lucy was awarded an OBE by The Queen for services to Office Professionals in 2021 and holds an Honorary Fellowship with the Institute of Administrative Management.

Louise Brogan, IR

Consultant, Podcaster, Speaker. CEO

Louise Brogan Ltd

Louise Brogan is the CEO of Louise Brogan Ltd, a video-first content marketing agency helping B2B companies raise their profile and win more clients through LinkedIn. She hosts the Raise Your Visibility Online podcast and YouTube channel (80,000+ subscribers) and was awarded Digital Marketer of the Year. Louise has been named one of the Top 100 Small Businesses and Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs in the UK, and was selected for UK Small Business of the Year, meeting King Charles at Buckingham Palace. She speaks internationally at events including Social Media Marketing World, TubeFest, Women in Finance, and TechConnect, and her work has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, The Times, and Social Media Examiner.

Kristin Löblich, CH

EA to Chief Brand Officer

Swarovski

Kristin Löblich is the Executive Assistant to the Chief Brand Officer of a leading global luxury jewelry brand, based in Switzerland. Having advanced through several roles within the company, she has built deep expertise in the luxury industry and in supporting senior executives at the highest level.

Her career reflects adaptability, dedication and a passion for excellence. Working closely alongside the CBO, she navigates complexity with composure and clarity, always keeping human connection and clear communication at the core of her work.

Diana Brandl, DE

Trainer, Author and Consultant

The Socialista Projects

Diana Brandl holds a degree in International Administration and Management. She is an international speaker, coach and consultant focusing on Digital Transformation, New Work, Personal Branding, and Leadership. Diana is the host of the Executive Office Insights Podcast and a LinkedIn Learning instructor. She has been named Woman of the Week by the Global Digital Women and was called as one of the 45 top global voices by The EA Campus. She is a Digital Nomad and loves to work from all over the world.

Catherine Hooton, UK

Founder and Director

Be Chief of Staff

Catherine Hooton is a respected executive leader and the Head of Executive Business & People at the UK’s largest Police Credit Union. With more than 25 years’ experience supporting C-suite leaders, she has built a distinguished career as an EA, HR professional, and now strategic Head of People.

An award-winning coach and mentor, Catherine is widely recognised for elevating executive support professionals and empowering women in business across the UK. As a speaker and facilitator, she brings a rare blend of energy, empathy, and practical insight—making complex leadership topics both accessible and inspiring for audiences worldwide.

Peter Ivanov, DE

Keynote speaker, Author, Team Coach

Hybrid Power Teams

Peter Ivanov is an award-winning manager, bestselling author, and expert in AI and leadership, with over 30 years of international experience. As an inspirational speaker, Peter has delivered keynotes in 29 countries around the globe. His book, Virtual Power Teams, has been translated into six languages and reached Amazon’s Top 3 in the International Management category. The teams led by Peter have won multiple corporate awards, including “Best of the Best” and the “Global IT Connect Award” for outstanding engagement and project delivery in a global cross-functional environment. With a background as a master of mathematics and a Global IT Manager, Peter has worked with various business organizations and public administrations to embrace the AI revolution and unlock unprecedented value.

Christine Maurer, DE

Trainer and Coach

Cope OHG

Christine Maurer is a Senior Trainer, Coach and Certified SCRUM Master.
With a background as a former C-Suite Assistant in the pharmaceutical industry, she combines practical executive support experience with agile expertise. She has delivered international workshops on SCRUM and agile mindset for assistants, including guiding a team in Africa in agile project management. Her interactive approach empowers assistants to embrace agility and strengthen their role in dynamic environments.

Ulrika Hedlund, SE

CEO, Productivity Coach, Microsoft Power Woman of Sweden 2024

Storyals

Ulrika Hedlund is a renowned Productivity Coach and international speaker who helps organizations transform the way they work in the digital age. As the founder and CEO of Storyals, she empowers leaders and employees worldwide to adopt smarter, modern ways of working through engaging, story‑based learning. With a background at Microsoft and two decades of experience driving digital workplace change, Ulrika is recognized as a trusted advisor and visionary in digital productivity and leadership.

Dr. Adela Maghear, BE

Independent Senior Policy Advisor on Health

Indépendant

Adela is a graduate in pharmacy studies and holds two PhD degrees; one in Medical Sciences (Field of Pharmacy) and another in Chemistry awarded by the University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca (Romania) and University of Lorraine (France), respectively.

With a strong focus on health and environmental safety, her research work and scientific publications have dealt with a wide range of subjects. In 2015, she changed career paths when she received the Robert Schuman scholarship at the European Parliament Research Service in Brussels. Her career within the field of health policies continued as she became a member of the European Health Parliament, Antimicrobial Resistance Committee, that same year.

Since 2016, she has ushered her skills and expertise in the fields of health and environment working as Science and Policy Advisor in Brussels representing the interests of patients and healthcare professionals in relations with the EU Institutions and policy-makers.

Her work has been cited in international journals such as Financial Times, The Telegraph, POLITICO, ChemicalWatch UK, Pharmaceutical Technology, Market Business News, Pharma Technology Focus and Health Europa.

Daniela Ullmann, DE

Speaker, Health Coach & Digital Wellbeing Expert

Healthy Lifestyle By Design

Daniela Ullmann combines over 22 years of international corporate experience at companies such as Siemens, Tesla and Telefónica across the US, UK and Spain. Having worked closely with leadership teams, she understands the demands of high-pressure work environments firsthand. Since 2019, she has inspired over 15,000 people and supported organizations such as Microsoft, Allianz, Siemens and Roche in building more resilient and engaged workforces. Known for her authentic, high-energy style, Daniela translates science-based insights into simple, practical tools that create immediate impact. She doesn’t just talk about wellbeing - she lives it. Her motto: “Health is not a goal, it’s a lifestyle.”

Dr. Omid ZadakBar, US

Global EHS Design Engineering, Sr. Mgr.

Amgen

Dr. Omid ZadakBar is a globally recognized expert in Process Safety and Risk Management with over 20 years of experience across the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and energy sectors. He currently leads execution of EHS design integration and risk management for Amgen’s global capital portfolio, encompassing complex, large-scale manufacturing facilities and high-containment infrastructure projects. His focus is on embedding Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) principles across the lifecycle of facility design, commissioning, operations, and expansions, particularly in systems handling HPAPIs, flammable solvents, and biologics.

Dr. ZadakBar is widely known for translating advanced safety frameworks such as RBPS and RAGAGEP into pragmatic engineering applications that enhance system integrity, reduce risk exposure, and ensure regulatory
alignment. A longstanding member of the AIChE Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS), he has contributed to industry-leading initiatives and technical publications that advance process safety performance in high- hazard environments.

Pietro Virgilio, IT

Regional Business Development Manager

Howorth Air Tech

He graduated in Chemical Engineering at the Politecnico di Milano University in 1996, and has 28 years professional experience in the design of pharmaceutical facilities. His main focuses are isolator technology, containment processes, decontamination and sterilization technologies, pure fluids systems. He has been working on large multi-office biopharma projects in different European countries for many years. He has also an extensive knowledge of hydrogen peroxide decontamination processes, both for isolator applications and for clean room decontamination applications. He is a ISPE member since many years and has published papers with some Italian professional associations (ASCCA, AFI). He lives in Milan.

Morcos Loka, EG

Quality Senior Manager Biologics F&F and New Projects

Minapharm

Morcos Loka is a training manager and GMP advisor at Minapharm. Over 23 years, Morcos has played different production and quality roles in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. His experience includes the manufacture of sterile and non-sterile products, handling of regulatory and customer audits, conducting internal and supplier audits, GMP gap analysis, GMP training, GMP consultation, establishing quality management systems, management review, quality metrics, establishing quality risk management system, QRM studies including manufacturing of HPAPIs in shared facilities, and design of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

Morcos has an MBA, a BSc with honours in pharmaceutical sciences, two postgraduate diplomas in total quality management (TQM) and train of trainer (ToT), and four professional certificates: ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Pharmaceutical GMP Professional (CPGP), and ISPE Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional (CPIP).

Morcos is an ASQ, ISPE, and PDA member. He participated in different ISPE and PDA publications and as a speaker in different IVT, ECA, PDA, and ISPE pharmaceutical industry conferences.

Jochen Weber, CH

Engineering Leader, Strategic Product Manager

Skan AG

Jochen Weber holds a Bachelor of Engineering and has been leading customized isolator projects since 2019. As Project Manager and Engineering Lead, he has played a pivotal role in the design and development of complex containment isolator lines. Over the past three years, Jochen has overseen the engineering and successful execution of two major containment isolator systems, where he also implemented significant design and software enhancements in collaboration with his project teams.

In addition to project execution, Jochen has been closely involved in defining qualification strategies for advanced isolator solutions—ensuring technical robustness, regulatory compliance, and operational safety.

Starting in September 2025, Jochen will take on a new role as Strategic Product Manager, with a dedicated focus on containment isolators, continuing to drive innovation and excellence in high-containment technologies.

Ashley Harp, US

Associate, Process Engineer

CRB

Rich Arnett, CA

Manager, Industrial Hygiene & Toxicology

Pharmascience Inc.

Currently Manager, Industrial Hygiene & Toxicology at Pharmascience Inc., Rich leads a team tasked with determining HBEL’s and collaborating with the various functional areas to ensure safe product manipulation. Prior to joining Pharmascience, Rich held different roles in IH and Production management for solid dose & injectable products at Uman Pharma.

Rich began his career at Merck Frosst Canada in 1998 supporting the formulation/process development, scale-up and tech-transfer of numerous dosage forms while executing the manufacture of worldwide clinical supplies for various Merck Research Laboratories programs. While at Merck, Rich held several positions of increasing responsibility, including leading the Canadian GMP Pilot Plant Operations.

Marta Loureiro, PT

Project Manager

Advanced Cyclone Systems

Marta Loureiro is a Project Manager at Advanced Cyclone Systems, where she leads business development for customized cyclone solutions in the pharmaceutical, food, and fine chemicals industries. With a strong background in engineering and a sharp focus on high-efficiency product recovery and ATEX compliance, Marta helps clients optimize clean air performance in highly regulated environments. She is passionate about bridging technical innovation with client success, especially in high-potency processing contexts where precision and safety are paramount.

Patrick Wieland, DE

Global Director Business Development

Bausch+Ströbel

Patrick Wieland is a senior professional with more than 10 years of working experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Patrick is leading the global Business Development Department to force technologies and innovations
in the field of the pharmaceutical industry.

After successfully completing his master's degree in Leadership for Industrial Sales and Technology, he started in the Sales Engineering Department to implement high flexible filling machines for ready-to-use and bulk packaging materials.

For several years, Patrick was a Global Key Account Manager for the leading companies in Europe with production sides all over the world. With his excellent experience in the field of aseptic fill-finish, Patrick has accompanied numerous projects from the first inquiry to the SAT (site acceptance test).

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