Chamber office manager earns PA Awards nomination

A vital member of the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce team who “works tirelessly to make the Chamber a great place to work” has earned a nomination in the forthcoming West Midlands PA Awards.

Kate Warnaby (pictured), who is executive assistant to CEO Henrietta Brealey as well as being office manager at the GBCC’s headquarters, is a finalist in the Office Manager of the Year category.

The awards, operated by the PA Forum, take place on Friday 11 July.

Kate joined the GBCC in 2019, having spent many years working in the Arts sector, including 14 years as executive assistant to the artistic director and CEO at Birmingham’s Hippodrome theatre.

As well as her executive assistant and office management duties, Kate leads on a number of wider Chamber initiatives including the Environmental Social Governance group.

She was also instrumental in co-ordinating the move from Chamber House to new offices at 54 Hagley Road in November 2023.

Henrietta Brealey said: “A huge congratulations to Kate. She really is the heart of the team and works tirelessly to make the Chamber a great place to work, whether it’s leading our approach to Environmental Social Governance, team engagement or managing and maintaining the office (or my hideous diary – thanks Kate!).

“We are delighted to see her impact recognised and look forward to celebrating in July. Best of luck to all of the nominees!”