The EA Campus Podcast

In this week's episode of The EA Campus podcast, we are delighted to be joined by Pippa Andrade, Founder of PAVA Support. Following a long career as a corporate Assistant in financial services, Pippa took her career in a new direction by starting a VA business. In this episode, we explore her journey and learn how she started her business and the crucial lessons her corporate career taught her.  The EA Campus

In our next episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we interview Lauren Bordon, Founder of Your Trilingual Support. Lauren shared her journey from linguist to Executive Assistant, working for private HNMI in Mayfair, London and setting up her virtual support business and relocating to Barcelona, Spain. Enjoy the next episode of The EA Campus Podcast.  The EA Campus

We are thrilled to have two guests with us this week. Claire Houston and Paula Kokare are the Founders of Houston & Ko. This business helps entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses focus on what matters most for their growth by delegating the most tedious and time-draining tasks. Claire and Paula share their insights on what it takes for Assistants to move from a corporate into a freelancing role, what Entrepreneurs and startups are looking for in an Assistant role and how Assistants can define what they can offer and where they add value.  The EA Campus

We are thrilled to have Purvi Shah as the next guest on The EA Campus Podcast. Purvi is an established Assistant who has worked across many industries, including media, wine & spirits and financial services. We discussed her start in the Assistant sector, what it is like working in a fast-paced news organisation and supporting multiple c-suite level Executives.  The EA Campus

In the next episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we have a fantastic interview with Tara Sims, Senior Manager of Administrative Services Office Management at Comcast.Tara is a dynamic, strategic problem solver and executive partner with 15+ years of experience supporting C-suite leaders and other senior-level professionals within Fortune 500 companies. In the interview, we discussed Tara's career, how she manages a team of Assistants, how she built her personal brand and can focus on the many tasks her role encompasses. The EA Campus

Welcome to The EA Campus Podcast Ep18: Working for a Global Brand. In this episode, host Nicky Christmas speaks with Hayley Herriotts, an Executive Assistant at L’Oréal, about her 14-year career supporting leaders across one of the world’s biggest beauty companies.Hayley takes us behind the scenes of working for a household-name brand, from product launches and luxury events to supporting senior executives and balancing a busy family life. In The EA Campus Podcast Ep18: Working for a Global Brand, you’ll hear how she moved from beauty therapist to events coordinator to high-performing Executive Assistant at L’Oréal.Listeners will gain practical insights on:How to balance working for multiple brands under one executiveTips for managing events, conferences, and high-profile product launchesBuilding a strong assistant network inside a large organizationFinding balance as a working parent while excelling in a demanding roleChallenging stereotypes about the assistant role and stepping into leadership circlesWhether you’re curious about what it’s like to work in a global brand or seeking inspiration for your own EA journey, The EA Campus Podcast Ep18: Working for a Global Brand offers advice, encouragement, and strategies you can put into practice.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation — tune into The EA Campus Podcast Ep18: Working for a Global Brand today and discover how to thrive in a fast-paced, global organization.The EA Campus

Welcome to The EA Campus Podcast Ep17: From Assistant to Business Manager. In this episode, host Nicky Christmas is joined by Aisha Everett-Khalif, who shares her incredible career journey from Executive Assistant to Business Manager (Chief of Staff).With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries, Aisha discusses how she combined her skills as an assistant, a business owner, and a leader to step into a senior role that drives culture, communication, and inclusion across her organization.In The EA Campus Podcast Ep17: From Assistant to Business Manager, you’ll discover:How to transition from Executive Assistant to Business Manager/Chief of StaffThe importance of collaboration between assistants and senior leadersWays to bring diversity, equity, and inclusion into the workplaceThe “tricky dance” of learning how to work alongside another assistantHow to balance personal life and career while staying intentional with your timeWhether you’re exploring career progression or simply curious about the Chief of Staff path, The EA Campus Podcast Ep17: From Assistant to Business Manager is packed with insights, strategies, and honest reflections.Tune in now to hear Aisha’s inspiring story and learn how you can chart your own path in executive support. Don’t miss The EA Campus Podcast Ep17: From Assistant to Business Manager — a must-listen for ambitious assistants ready to level up.The EA Campus

What does it really take to thrive as a high-performing Executive Assistant? In this inspiring episode of The EA Campus Podcast, Nicky Christmas sits down with Becca Stifel, Senior Executive Administrator at Renewable Water Resources.Becca shares her untraditional 20-year career path from banking to executive support, the bold move that helped her rewrite her own job description, and the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way.Listeners will hear practical strategies on:Staying calm under pressure (and why it’s a critical EA skill)Transitioning from tactical to strategic executive supportBuilding relationships and networking with confidenceThe importance of rewriting outdated job descriptions to reflect real responsibilitiesHow to ask for what you need in your role—and why it can transform your careerBecca’s story is a masterclass in resilience, growth, and owning your seat at the table. Whether you’re new to the profession or ready to step up, this episode will leave you motivated to shape your own EA journey.The EA Campus

In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we interview Hilary Fung, EA at Slack. Hilary is a knowledgeable, meticulous Assistant who understands how to create impact in the Assistant role. Hilary talked about her experiences working at Slack and shared some great tips for using Slack effectively. We discussed working for multiple Executives, building relationships and being thoughtful about the Assistant career. The EA Campus

On this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we have Fiona Hurst, Executive Assistant to the Chief Legal Officer at SThree. Before her current role, Fiona worked at Airbnb in their Paris office. It was indeed a rollercoaster ride, and we spent a lot of time talking about her experiences working at a unicorn start-up right at the beginning of its rise.The EA Campus