About Us
Virtual Assistant & OBM Services
for ADHD Entrepreneurs
Welcome to The Ambitious Assistant!
Where chaos meets clarity – and ADHD brains finally get the support they deserve.
We’re not your average team of virtual assistants and online business managers. We’re your executive function backup crew, your delegation dream team, your “holy hell, how did I ever do this without them?” people.
At The Ambitious Assistant, we specialize in helping ADHD entrepreneurs actually get stuff done – without burnout, shame spirals, or 47 open browser tabs yelling for your attention. Whether you’re running a fast-moving business or just trying to keep your inbox from becoming a digital landfill, we’re here to help you get organized, stay on track, and breathe a whole lot easier.
We handle the stuff that drains you – so you can focus on what lights you up.
Need someone to tame the to-dos, manage the madness, or finally build systems that make sense for your brain? That’s literally what we do.
Because let’s be real: you didn’t start your business to spend your life chasing down calendar invites and rewriting the same email for the third time. You started it because you’re brilliant. Creative. Driven. Visionary.
You just need the right support team in your corner – one that gets how your brain works, and knows how to help you thrive with it.
Our Mission at
The Ambitious Assistant
Helping ADHD entrepreneurs do life and business on their terms – with less overwhelm, more clarity, and way more breathing room.
At The Ambitious Assistant, we’re on a mission to help ADHD entrepreneurs and business owners stop drowning in admin chaos and start thriving with the kind of support that actually works for their brains.
We’re a team of highly skilled, deeply compassionate, wildly organized (and let’s be honest – kind of obsessed with color-coding) virtual assistants and online business managers who get the ADHD struggle because we live it, study it, and build our entire business around it.
We don’t believe in cookie-cutter systems, hustle culture BS, or pretending your brain should work like everyone else’s. We believe in:
- Tailored support that meets you where you are
- Systems that flex with your life and energy
- Support people you can trust, not just task-doers
- And a whole lot of ADHD-informed compassion
Our secret sauce? We build real relationships. We match each client with the right VA or OBM for their needs. And we show up with the kind of presence, care, and problem-solving magic that can only come from a team that’s been handpicked for both skill and heart.
Because at the end of the day, we know success isn’t just about checking boxes – it’s about building a business (and a life) that feels doable, sustainable, and authentically you.
What sets us apart? Every VA on our team is certified in ADHD-specific support.
Hey, I’m Josie!
Founder, chaos-tamer, & proud ADHD late bloomer.
When I was diagnosed with ADHD at 50, it was like the lights finally came on.
Suddenly, the overwhelm made sense. The exhaustion. The “how is everyone else keeping up?” feeling.
The post-it note graveyard on my desk.
Why I Started The Ambitious Assistant
That diagnosis wasn’t just a label – it was a wake-up call. And it gave me a mission.
After more than 25 years in high-level admin and executive support, I realized something: I’d been building systems my whole life to survive in a world that wasn’t built for my brain.
So I decided to flip the script.
I created The Ambitious Assistant to blend my obsessive love for structure and organization (yes, I even color-code my shoes) with a fire to support ADHD entrepreneurs in the way I wish I’d been supported.
What started as a one-woman mission is now a thriving agency of ADHD-specialized virtual assistants and OBMs – helping business owners stop spiraling and start making moves.
We get it – because we live it.
And we know how to build systems, support, and strategies that don’t just look good on paper – they actually work for ADHD brains.
But it’s about more than productivity hacks.
I’m here to smash the outdated myths and shame-filled narratives around ADHD.
It’s not about fixing yourself – it’s about understanding how your brain works and building a life that works with it.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much, not enough, or one step away from burning your business to the ground – you are my people. And we’ve got your back.
Josie Peterson
Ready to Delegate & Focus on What You Love?
About Our Team
We’re not just task-doers. We’re brain-supporters, chaos-wranglers, and champions of your weirdest ideas.
The Ambitious Assistant team is made up of badass virtual assistants and online business managers who are not only highly skilled at what they do – but also trained in how to support ADHD entrepreneurs with patience, empathy, flexibility, and a whole lot of get-it-done energy.
We’re the people who:
- Get genuinely excited about organizing things (even your Dropbox)
- Know how to break big ideas into manageable steps
- Speak fluent “I had a thought and forgot it mid-sentence”
- Believe your brain is brilliant — and deserves support that feels good
Each one of us brings something a little different to the table – from tech wizardry and automation skills to inbox zero sorcery and launch logistics genius.
But what unites us?
We care deeply.
We listen hard.
And we show up like the partners you didn’t know your business needed.
ADHD-trained. Detail-oriented. Human-first.
You’re not hiring robots. You’re hiring real people who’ve been handpicked for their skills and their heart – and trained to support neurodivergent business owners with exactly the kind of backup brains they need.
(And yes, we have strong opinions about digital task management tools. Want to talk Trello vs. ClickUp? We’ve got thoughts.)
We’ll even help you determine what kinds of things to delegate, so you don’t even have to worry about that!
So, how can we support you best right now?
Your Executive Function Dream Team
Chloe Hoekstra
General VA
Chloe Hoekstra is a dynamic and versatile virtual assistant based in Dallas, TX. Chloe shares her life with her wonderful partner and their adorable dachshund puppy, bringing a blend of professionalism and warmth to every interaction.
With a robust background in sales and management, Chloe has honed her skills in communication, organization, and problem-solving.
Her experience in these fields has equipped her with a keen understanding of client needs, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and a knack for strategic thinking.
Chloe’s transition to a virtual assistant role is driven by her passion for helping ADHD businesses and individuals streamline their operations and achieve their goals. Her sales expertise ensures she understands the importance of client relationships and effective communication, while her management experience means she excels at multitasking, project coordination, and deadline management.
As your virtual assistant, Chloe is committed to delivering exceptional service tailored to your unique ADHD needs. Whether it’s managing your schedule, handling correspondence, or providing administrative support, Chloe’s attention to detail and proactive approach will help you stay organized and focused on what matters most.
Danielle Owen
Executive VA
Originally from Pennsylvania, Danielle now lives in Kansas City with her much-loved rabbit, Goose. She loves playing board games with friends or finding new ways to make life a little more fun and organized.
Danielle is a detailed, efficiency-obsessed Virtual Assistant with over eight years of experience helping entrepreneurs and teams stay organized, on track, and stress-free.
Whether it’s automating workflows, managing day-to-day operations, or creating order from chaos, Danielle brings focus, clarity, and a calm, can-do attitude to every project.
She’s supported everything from executive scheduling and team onboarding to project management and medical credentialing — all within remote environments where being proactive and dependable is key. She can create systems, solve problems, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
When she’s not managing deadlines and data, Danielle enjoys the creative side of work—developing social content or polishing internal systems to run like clockwork. Her clients trust her not just for her skills, but for her sincerity, adaptability, and dedication.
Jacquie Kammerlohr
General VA
Jacquie Kammerlohr is a small-town New England girl, now residing in SLC, UT with her family. She loves the mountains and deserts of Utah; soaking up all the beauty and adventure that it has to offer.
Jacquie has been a Virtual Assistant for over 6 years for ADHD clients. She has provided administrative support, data entry, as well as social media relations and management. Soon she moved into a talent agent role for her content creator clients – providing lead generation, pitching, negotiation, and campaign management for Influencer + Brand Collaborations.
Having a Neurocomplex mind as well, she understands the daily struggles her clients face. While support looks different for each client, Jacquie compassionately provides grace and guidance while giving space for her clients to excel in their creative endeavors.
Prior to her VA career, Jacquie was a certified ski and snowboard instructor, teacher, and youth mentor. She loves combining her love of learning and coaching with her passion to provide accessible organizational support by helping those who need order brought out of the chaos.
Jade Francesca Varin
General & Marketing VA
Jade Francesca Varin is a VA and marketing strategist specialized in authentic marketing. She has a Bachelors in Psychology, and has worked in the online space for several years in many different industries, from travel, real estate and podcasts, all the way to coaching and consulting.
Jade is neurodiverse with AuDHD and understands both the strengths and limits of having ADHD, and loves to work with other neurodivergent entrepreneurs.
She’s been a creative writer since the age of 12, and loves to work with anything creative such as content writing, copywriting, graphic design and web design.
Her mission is to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses in an aligned & authentic way, also while helping them take tasks off their plate so they can focus on what they love most.
Nicole Campbell
Online Business Manager
With over three decades of experience spanning childcare, theatre, HR, catering, and events, Nicole has learned one universal truth: no matter the industry, everything runs smoother when systems are clear and consistency is built in from the start.
She’s a fixer at heart—always finding ways to improve, streamline, and customize the behind-the-scenes pieces that keep businesses moving forward.
Whether it’s building workflows from scratch, creating templates, or standardizing processes, Nicole brings a grounded, practical energy that helps fast-moving entrepreneurs feel supported (and way less overwhelmed). She’s passionate about designing flexible, brain-friendly systems that work with the way you think—not how someone else thinks you should.
Nicole joined The Ambitious Assistant because she knows how hard it can be to juggle a brain full of ideas, an overflowing to-do list, and a deep desire to do it all well. Her specialty? Breaking the overwhelm into clear steps, smoothing out the messy middle, and creating structure that actually feels good to stick with.
Outside of work, you’ll find her sweet-talking her plant babies or doing yoga on a stand up paddle board (yes, seriously), sometimes even in other countries.
Niki Buehs
Executive VA
Niki is originally from California but now lives in Texas with her family.
With over 17 years of professional experience in healthcare, education, SaaS, and hospitality, Niki excels at managing priorities and ensuring smooth operations.
Niki has a knack for understanding clients’ needs, whether she’s assisting busy moms with their day-to-day tasks or helping overwhelmed business owners focus on what’s most important. Niki is passionate about both mental and physical health and is dedicated to supporting individuals with ADHD by providing essential tools and strategies for success.
Her expertise spans Canva design, appointment scheduling, customer service, CRM work, email management, copywriting, and more. She loves taking the load off her clients’ shoulders, turning overwhelming chores into simple, manageable steps.
Having lived and traveled globally, from Seoul to Madrid and many places in between, Niki brings a unique cultural perspective to her work. Outside of work, she is an avid Libby reader, a passionate globetrotter, a Korean food enthusiast, and a dedicated Premier League fan.
Shayna Lukowski
General & Creative VA
Shayna Lukowski lives in the Tampa area with her husband and Shih-poo, Ellie.
She graduated from Southern New Hampshire University with her associates in marketing.
Shayna has lived in several states during the past several years, so she understand the importance of having a career that works with your needs.
She enjoys working with brands and designing products that fit your brand aesthetic.
Shayna is an entrepreneur as well and looks forward to sharing with and learning from everyone!
Shayla Bunting
Executive & Tech VA
Meet Shayla – Your go-to Virtual Executive Admin and Tech Assistant, helping creative entrepreneurs ditch backend chaos.
I help entrepreneurs turn business chaos into calm by creating systems that actually match your thinking style.
No forcing square pegs into round holes here! I’m all about flexibility and tailoring solutions to fit your needs.
Whether you’re visual, hands-on, or need things explained differently, I’ll adapt to what works for YOU.
With real experience supporting neurodivergent minds (both professionally and in my family), I know that everyone processes information differently – and that’s awesome! I’m here to build flexible solutions that feel natural, not complicated.
When I’m not making business life easier, you’ll find me in West Virginia with my fiancé and our two little ones. I’m usually planning our next adventure, trying out new recipes, reading up on astrology, or playing yet another round of fortnite with my son.
Shania Swaby
Executive VA
Hello, there! I’m Shania, an Executive Virtual Assistant at The Ambitious Assistant.
With a background in Liberal Arts & Sciences from Florida International University and a focus on Interpersonal Communications, I bring a creative and thoughtful approach to supporting busy professionals.
I specialize in calendar management, general task completion, marketing research and graphics, personal branding, and research – with a strong eye for detail and a passion for helping others shine.
I am a Florida native who’s recently settled in Kansas City, MO with my adventurous toddler. Outside of work, you’ll find me blogging about travel, exploring new cultures, diving into K-dramas and anime, or geeking out over the latest insights in entrepreneurship and personal development.
