Bonnie Low-Kramen 

I am instructor Bonnie Low-Kramen, 25-year former assistant to Oscar-winning actress Olympia Dukakis and author of the best-selling "Be the Ultimate Assistant."  It would be my pleasure to have you join us for a transformational 2-days of learning and networking. If you are seeking to work at your highest potential, this is the workshop that will make an important difference for your career and your life. 

Vickie Sokol Evans 

The 3-hour technology segment of the class will be taught by Vickie Sokol Evans who is a former assistant and is now one of the most sought- after technology and productivity trainers in the country. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Vickie is an expert on both PC and Mac and best of all, she "gets" what we do as assistants and the very best ways to get it done.

This highly interactive and jam-packed workshop is geared towards:

• Personal Assistants
• Executive Assistants who handle personal matters
• Private service professionals
• Concierge staff

The class is designed to develop and fine-tune the mindset, confidence, and tools needed to succeed with the most demanding employer.

Workshop Topics Include: 
• Computer Technology, Productivity and Social Media Privacy with Vickie Evans (3 hours)
• Organization, Assistant Handbook & Checklists  
• Advanced Communication: Verbal, Written, Non-Verbal     • Ethics & Confidentiality
• Creative Problem-Solving  • Event Planning   • Travel Planning   • Networking and Mentoring  
• DiSC Workplace Personality Assessment   • Gender, Ethnic & Generational Issues  
• Dealing with Difficult People & Situations   • Resources for Assistants  • Career Management
• And always some special surprises!  

This is for you if you...

• Love being an assistant but feel stagnant
• Want to build a stronger relationship and partnership with your manager and fellow staff
• Need to be as marketable as possible to earn top dollar
• Enjoy learning and want more tools for your toolbox
• Want to expand your network of colleagues and resources
• Are overwhelmed by technology and need simple ways to keep up 
• Love Los Angeles like we do!

 
Early Bird Price     $525 / Student - Register by July 25th!
 Regular Price        $599 / Student - As of July 26th

    Members of NYCA, IAAP, EAO, DEMA, ACPA, ASAP, INA, UKACA, PAN       Discounted Price: $499/Student

Please note: The workshop price does not include accommodations.  

Workshop Includes:

• Pre-Workshop phone/Skype consultation with Bonnie
• Signed copy of "Be the Ultimate Assistant" book
• Materials packet containing articles, checklists, and forms
• PowerPoint slides and document templates to help make you the
  Ultimate Assistant
• Online DiSC Workplace Personality Assessment
• Surprise Guest Speakers *
• Access to the Ultimate Assistant Linkedin Discussion group, open only to
  workshop alumni
• Unlimited refreshers: Attend a future workshop as a refresher in the city
  of your choice, as many times as you like (nominal fee to cover materials and food)
• Post-workshop support from both Bonnie & Vickie
• Discounts on RedCape technology classes for both PC & Mac
• Delicious & healthy breakfast and lunch on both days
• Certificate of Achievement

Note: This workshop is eligible for Recertification Point Submission.

Total value of workshop - $1695          

Special Early Bird Price $525
 only until July 25th!

"Be the Ultimate Assistant " Workshop & Speaking Tour
2014 Schedule

• Sat./Sun  | Aug. 9-10 - Behind Every Conference, Santa Clara 
• Sat./Sun. | Sept. 20-21 - Be The Ultimate Assistant Two-Day Workshop, Los Angeles
  
• Fri. Oct. 31- EUMA Conference, Paris
• Fri./Sat.  | Nov. 7-8 - Behind Every Leader Conference, Chicago
• Tues. - Fri. | Nov. 11-14 - Executive Secretary LIVE, Dubai
• Mon/Tues | Nov. 17-18 - Be the Ultimate Assistant Two-Day Workshop, London