Dr. Emily Kirkwood, Founder & Owner,
NFP Pharmacist
“I was nervous to hire a virtual assistant, but I knew it was something I needed to do to take some work off my plate as a business owner. Someone recommended The VA Solution to me, and I had a virtual meeting with the owner Ailee to learn more about the company. I was impressed by the available services and I wanted to support a local small business, so I decided to hire a virtual assistant through The VA Solution. I could not be happier with the virtual assistant services I have received. Ailee and her company helped support me in ensuring I felt comfortable with the VA I was working with, and I have been extremely satisfied with the virtual assistants I have worked with. I really appreciate that The VA Solution takes care of the payroll component and makes it simple for me to pay my VA. They also have made it easy for me when I transitioned from one VA to another, and when I decided to put a pause on my own business and my VA services. I would highly recommend The VA Solution to any small business owner, especially to a Twin Cities solopreneur who needs to take something off their plate to be their best!”
Dean Hyers, Principal,
SagePresence
“Always professional, there’s nothing Ailee won’t take on. Ailee is a roadblock buster. You tell her what you need and it gets done flawlessly. Ailee is extremely helpful, interested and caring about why I need what, and how to make it happen. Ailee works with a team of great professionals who offer consistent, at-the-ready coverage and project work. Ailee and her team have extended the capabilities of my organization –– a significant contribution to our success. In a business with a lot of moving parts, I was always in fear of dropping the ball. Now it’s all taken care of by Ailee and her team. Ailee listens to truly understand your business challenges, providing precise, custom solutions that manage your issues. With Ailee, it’s under control.”
Katie Kath, Co-Owner & BWC Facilitator,
Jkath Design Build + Reinvent
“I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with Ailee in a variety of settings. I hired her to work for me to help get caught up and my books in order as my season had gotten away from me. I also work alongside Ailee for the Business Women’s Circle, she diligently keeps it all together a timely manner and effectively communicates scheduling and locations. Ailee also keeps all of our shared documents updated and readily available for team use. She is efficient, professional and eager to take on new tasks, creating seamless work flows. Ailee has been a true asset to several organizations I am familiar with and is seeing fantastic growth as a result.”
Amy Batiste, Founder and CEO,
The creative catalysts
"I want to recognize outstanding service so far of my VA Solution, Virtual Assistant. What stands out is her professionalism, service-orientation, independent thinking, judgement, responsiveness and proactive approach. I also appreciate how she represents the Catalyst brand. She is truly helpful and I can’t imagine how I would have gotten through the past few weeks without her assistance! And it's pleasure to work with Ailee too! "
Myrna Marofsky, Chapter Chair,
WOMEN PRESIDENTS’ organization
“I've used The VA Solution's services to do the stuff I'm terrible at. No more mistakes, typos, and finally an organized filing system. It's those things that keep you from doing what you enjoy and are good at. Whether it's creating something, like a directory, or simply updating and managing data, she comes through for me in a timely manner.”
Jennifer Gleason, COO,
Living Services Foundation
“My work with The VA Solution both in website and virtual assistance is going SO well. I’m feeling great about the help on my upcoming leave and the website results are better than I could have expected! I’m so happy with all of it.”
Amanda Tukey, Owner,
Keylin Advisors
"THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! You are doing a very thorough job and I love it! I can't tell you how much I appreciate the work that you've done so far! I would highly recommend her services to any small business owner!"
Liza Atkinson, Founder,
nosh and gather
“I was drowning trying to get all my gifts purchased… The VA Solution picked up the gifts and returned them wrapped, sorted and ready to be put under the tree… I cannot recommend her services enough.”
Kim Nelson
Business Executive,
Retired, Senior C-Suite Executive,
Board Member,
Multiple Boards
"I am so grateful for the outstanding administrative support provided by The VA Solution! My assistant (Theresa) is courteous, professional, and capable - most of all, she allows me to focus my time and energy on my priority projects instead of setting up meetings and making travel arrangements. This service has been well worth the investment."
Julie Keyes, CEPA, Exit Planning Consultant, Speaker & Instructor
KeyeStrategies, LLC
"Just wanted to say that I really like working with Rachel (my VA). You chose her so well! She's doing a fantastic job; such a quick study. Thank you for making such a great match!"
James S. Metcalf
Business Executive , Board of Directors, board of Trustees
"The VA Solution has been an invaluable partner in supporting my executive workflow. My assistant, (Theresa) is proactive, understands my cadence, and consistently makes complex scheduling and priorities run smoothly. Her ability to anticipate needs and execute without constant oversight has been a meaningful asset."
Sarah Steil, Co-Founder & Brand Strategist,
BTD Brand
"In just a short time, we have been able to transfer some of the dreaded, but critical administrative work to our wonderful VA (Theresa) — helping our team focus on the graphic design and brand work for clients. Not only does our VA free up our day-to-day, she has lightened our mental load which is incredibly valuable as we work on strategic growth. In just a short time, we have been able to transfer some of the dreaded, but critical administrative work to our wonderful VA — helping our team focus on the graphic design and brand work for clients. Not only does our VA free up our day-to-day, she has lightened our mental load which is incredibly valuable as we work on strategic growth."
-Laysha Ward
Author, C-Suite Leader, Board Member, and Speaker
"When I retired from a Fortune 50 Company, wrote a book and launched my own business, The VA Solution provided exactly what I needed. For two years, I have received Fortune 50 - caliber executive assistant support, in keeping with the level of expertise I experienced in the c-suite of my former company."
Dr. Emily Kirkwood, Founder & Owner,
NFP Pharmacist
“I was nervous to hire a virtual assistant, but I knew it was something I needed to do to take some work off my plate as a business owner. Someone recommended The VA Solution to me, and I had a virtual meeting with the owner Ailee to learn more about the company. I was impressed by the available services and I wanted to support a local small business, so I decided to hire a virtual assistant through The VA Solution. I could not be happier with the virtual assistant services I have received. Ailee and her company helped support me in ensuring I felt comfortable with the VA I was working with, and I have been extremely satisfied with the virtual assistants I have worked with. I really appreciate that The VA Solution takes care of the payroll component and makes it simple for me to pay my VA. They also have made it easy for me when I transitioned from one VA to another, and when I decided to put a pause on my own business and my VA services. I would highly recommend The VA Solution to any small business owner, especially to a Twin Cities solopreneur who needs to take something off their plate to be their best!”
Dean Hyers, Principal,
SagePresence
“Always professional, there’s nothing Ailee won’t take on. Ailee is a roadblock buster. You tell her what you need and it gets done flawlessly. Ailee is extremely helpful, interested and caring about why I need what, and how to make it happen. Ailee works with a team of great professionals who offer consistent, at-the-ready coverage and project work. Ailee and her team have extended the capabilities of my organization –– a significant contribution to our success. In a business with a lot of moving parts, I was always in fear of dropping the ball. Now it’s all taken care of by Ailee and her team. Ailee listens to truly understand your business challenges, providing precise, custom solutions that manage your issues. With Ailee, it’s under control.”
Katie Kath, Co-Owner & BWC Facilitator,
Jkath Design Build + Reinvent
“I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with Ailee in a variety of settings. I hired her to work for me to help get caught up and my books in order as my season had gotten away from me. I also work alongside Ailee for the Business Women’s Circle, she diligently keeps it all together a timely manner and effectively communicates scheduling and locations. Ailee also keeps all of our shared documents updated and readily available for team use. She is efficient, professional and eager to take on new tasks, creating seamless work flows. Ailee has been a true asset to several organizations I am familiar with and is seeing fantastic growth as a result.”
Amy Batiste, Founder,
The creative catalysts
"I want to recognize outstanding service so far of my VA Solution, Virtual Assistant. What stands out is her professionalism, service-orientation, independent thinking, judgement, responsiveness and proactive approach. I also appreciate how she represents the Catalyst brand. She is truly helpful and I can’t imagine how I would have gotten through the past few weeks without her assistance! And it's pleasure to work with Ailee too! "
Myrna Marofsky, Chapter Chair,
WOMEN PRESIDENTS’ organization
“I've used The VA Solution's services to do the stuff I'm terrible at. No more mistakes, typos, and finally an organized filing system. It's those things that keep you from doing what you enjoy and are good at. Whether it's creating something, like a directory, or simply updating and managing data, she comes through for me in a timely manner.”
Jennifer Gleason, COO,
Living Services Foundation
“My work with The VA Solution both in website and virtual assistance is going SO well. I’m feeling great about the help on my upcoming leave and the website results are better than I could have expected! I’m so happy with all of it.”
Amanda Tukey, Owner,
Keylin Advisors
"THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! You are doing a very thorough job and I love it! I can't tell you how much I appreciate the work that you've done so far! I would highly recommend her services to any small business owner!"
Liza Atkinson, Founder,
nosh and gather
“I was drowning trying to get all my gifts purchased… The VA Solution picked up the gifts and returned them wrapped, sorted and ready to be put under the tree… I cannot recommend her services enough."
Kim Nelson
Business Executive, Retired, Senior C-Suite Executive, Board Member, Multiple Boards
"I am so grateful for the outstanding administrative support provided by The VA Solution! My assistant (Theresa) is courteous, professional, and capable - most of all, she allows me to focus my time and energy on my priority projects instead of setting up meetings and making travel arrangements. This service has been well worth the investment."
Julie Keyes, CEPA, Exit Planning Consultant, Speaker & Instructor
KeyeStrategies, LLC
"Just wanted to say that I really like working with Rachel (my VA). You chose her so well! She's doing a fantastic job; such a quick study. Thank you for making such a great match!"
James S. Metcalf
Business Executive , Board of Directors, board of Trustees, Multiple Boards
"The VA Solution has been an invaluable partner in supporting my executive workflow. My assistant, (Theresa) is proactive, understands my cadence, and consistently makes complex scheduling and priorities run smoothly. Her ability to anticipate needs and execute without constant oversight has been a meaningful asset."
Sarah Steil, Co-Founder & Brand Strategist,
BTD Brand
"In just a short time, we have been able to transfer some of the dreaded, but critical administrative work to our wonderful VA (Theresa) — helping our team focus on the graphic design and brand work for clients. Not only does our VA free up our day-to-day, she has lightened our mental load which is incredibly valuable as we work on strategic growth. In just a short time, we have been able to transfer some of the dreaded, but critical administrative work to our wonderful VA — helping our team focus on the graphic design and brand work for clients. Not only does our VA free up our day-to-day, she has lightened our mental load which is incredibly valuable as we work on strategic growth."
-Laysha Ward
Author, C-Suite Leader, Board Member, and Speaker
"When I retired from a Fortune 50 Company, wrote a book and launched my own business, The VA Solution provided exactly what I needed. For two years, I have received Fortune 50 - caliber executive assistant support, in keeping with the level of expertise I experienced in the c-suite of my former company."
