THE 2026 ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR EXECUTIVE AND
PERSONAL ASSISTANTS, SECRETARIES & ADMINISTRATORS

We are excited to announce the 2026 ALARDI Africa ANNUAL CONFERENCE FOR EXECUTIVE, PERSONAL ASSISTANTS, SECRETARIES & ADMINISTRATORS, taking place December 7^th to 11^th , in Johannesburg, South Africa; AND  14^th -18^th September 2026, UAE-Dubai.

Conference Overview

Executive support has evolved towards strategic partnership and leadership, leveraging technology to enhance human skills. Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants, and Administrators (EPAAs) are transitioning from administrative tasks to roles focused on strategic planning, decision support, and high-level communication. The integration of AI and automation drives this shift.

Who Should Attend?

This conference is for anyone responsible for supporting the management or senior officers/managers with their administrative work. They may include:

• Executive Secretaries
• Personal Secretaries
• Executive Assistants
• Customer Care Staff
• Front Office Managers
• Personal Assistants
• Administration Assistants
• Management Secretaries
• Office Managers
• Senior Assistants

Methodology

• Delivery method – Paper/PowerPoint Presentations, Group-live (with exercises and role-plays to simulate audit scenarios and situations that professionals will encounter)
• Open plenary sessions with industry experts as discussants.

Topics to be discussed:

• Hybrid and Remote Work
• Soft Skills
• Employee Wellbeing
• Continuous Learning and Development
• Increased Importance of Data Analysis.
• Social Media and Networking
• Research & Reporting

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Speakers: Our carefully selected subject matter experts have a wealth of experience in terms of content, context, and approach. We have a team of well-evaluated business leaders and industry experts.

Registration:

Alardi Africa is open to all. Kindly be at liberty to register for the conference online on our website www.alardi-africa.co.ke or you can also send us an email through info@alardi-africa.co.ke. You can still call us or send a message through the phone numbers given.

Fees

We are looking forward to meeting you. The fee is USD (2200-Dubai and 2000-Johannesburg) . This will cover the workshops, coffees/teas, lunch, gift pack, formal dinner (Friday), and one more gift- a tablet for you. We still have discounts for early pax and group registration.

Accommodation

Kindly book your accommodation either at the conference venue at discounted conference rates or book at any other nearby hotels or guest houses within close range. Local transfers will be provided at each venue.

Shopping

There are several malls to allow for great shopping, mental relaxation and excursions.