“When I saw that businesses in our area could use assistance, I decided to fill that need and offer my services by providing professional support on a daily, monthly and even yearly basis.”
While working as a program specialist for Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) in Cottonwood for almost three years, Clark became familiar with the issues that employers repeatedly face.
“I noticed that employers would hire workers, train them and within a few short months the employees would leave. I saw how hard it was on the business, and how costly and time-consuming it was,” said Clark, who started AZ Virtually last year. “When I saw that businesses in our area could use assistance, I decided to fill that need and offer my services by providing professional support on a daily, monthly and even yearly basis.”
The business offers hourly virtual administrative service plans with professional support provided based on the needs of the business.
“Ever since I was in high school, I wanted to start my own business and my dream has finally come true. I believe AZ Virtually is an innovative solution to small business.”
Graham’s Integrity Auto Sales owner Graham Robertson hired Clark as a consultant and has been really impressed with Clark’s tenacity and business skills. “Damira does impressive work and she has great follow-up. She helped the dealership with our website, graphics and organized our office. Her work ethic and the quality of her work is excellent.”
AZ Virtually assists businesses with a range of support, including virtual administrative services, customer support, project management, marketing, public relations, data research, social media, travel planning, emails, scheduling and more. “I’m willing to meet with clients on a personal basis to discuss my services and fees,” said Clark.
“Currently we have [hired] Damira to handle all of our social media marketing and she’s been just amazing to work with,” said Greater Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Christian Oliva del Rio. “She has an impressive history and great skills.”
Originally from Pennsylvania, Clark has lived in Cottonwood for 20 years. Her business is based out of Camp Verde. “I studied and obtained a business management degree from Northern Arizona University,” said Clark. “While working at NACOG I got a good picture of the struggles that small businesses face. When funding for that position expired, I decided to take my business experience and education in another direction and AZ Virtually was born.”
“For as long as I’ve known Damira, she’s been an incredibly hard and reliable worker. I’ve employed her at two different jobs, and she was well liked at both,” said Isaac Thew of Prescott. “She has an infectious personality and can get along with anyone. I’m not the least bit surprised she’s started her own business and I have no doubt that she will do great wherever this venture takes her. I’d hire her again without question.” VVBN
By V. Ronnie Tierney, VVBN
In her free time, Clark likes to hike, read and take on do-it-yourself projects. AZ Virtually can be contacted at 928-275-2265 or www.azvirtually.com.
Photo by V. Ronnie Tierney, Fresh Focuses Photography: Inside the Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center
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