Yvonne Thompson, Virtual Partner

Writing and reading are my passions.  Blogging, and doing the associated research, for clients means I am doing what I love.  The value is reflected in the results. 

Project management has become an integral part of what I do because of my years of experience and strong background in this area. As part of that, I now manage virtual teams for clients. Some clients have many virtual experts, and it can become overwhelming to try to manage them plus the business. So clients have started to rely on me for this function.

In addition, I have added graphic design to my skill sets due to a recent past position as a public relations assistant. I use this experience to design and create marketing materials, programs, advertisements, and professional presentations.

Additional areas of expansion include real estate and grant writing. After a short stint practicing as an agent, I found that managing, marketing, and investing were the areas of real estate that excited me most. So I have added real estate assistant to my offerings at YTVP.

Grant writing grew from my involvement in local civic organizations and discussions with some local church leaders.  Apparently, there is always a need for, not just grant writers, but those who can help with the grant process. To help fill that need, I am now certified in advanced grant proposal writing.

As I study and grow professionally and as my personal network broadens, my offerings to my clients will expand exponentially. My experience has also helped to broaden my personal network.  Even  for those projects that require skills or  knowledge beyond my own, remember. . .

Business Education

B.S. in Business Management, Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA

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Virtual Assistance Certification

AssistU University

AssistU is a 20-week extensive training and 8-week certification process that provides VAs quality training in business support, managing a VA practice, marketing, etc.

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Grant Writing