Hi friend, I'm Danielle,

Finally, help that actually helps.

I hand-pick your virtual assistant and stay by your side, so you can breathe again.

Proud to support financial advisors, consultants and professional-service firms.

Wellspring FinancialTidewater ConsultingIntrinsic Homes
how we got here

Three years of helping business owners breathe.

You may know me for operations, systems and hiring support. Along the way, I noticed what my clients needed most was the right person by their side: someone reliable, well matched and cared for. So the Anchor & Joy Crew is now at the heart of what I do. Same care, same standards, and the same me in your corner.

  1. Where it started

    Operations and systems

    Bringing order to the back end so owners could focus on their clients.

  2. What I love most

    Finding the right people

    Hiring and matching, where fit, timing and intuition make all the difference.

  3. Where it's grown

    The Anchor & Joy Crew

    Both together: a hand-picked VA, matched to you and managed with care.

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You've tried getting help before, and it didn't stick.

Maybe you found someone online, spent weeks training them, and still ended up redoing the work. That's so common, and it isn't your fault. Good help needs the right match and a little ongoing care.

Hiring has always been one of my greatest joys. I once helped grow a team from 3 people to 18, and every single person clicked. Now I bring that same care to finding your person.

More about me
so glad you're here!
imagine handing these off

What your VA takes off your plate

Inbox and calendar

Prioritized, organized, and nothing slipping through the cracks.

Client communication

Follow-ups, scheduling and the friendly reminders you never get to.

Meeting prep and notes

Agendas ready before, action items sent after.

CRM and client records

Clean, current and actually useful when you need them.

Systems and organization

Files, tools and workflows that make sense to everyone.

Projects and admin

That list that's been waiting for months, finally moving.

how I take care of you

Support that feels like a deep breath.

  1. 1

    We talk

    A relaxed 20-minute call about your business and what's weighing on you.

  2. 2

    I hand-pick

    I choose a VA from my vetted Crew who fits how you work and what you need.

  3. 3

    You meet

    You get to know them before anything is final. Usually within one to two weeks.

  4. 4

    I stay close

    Monthly check-ins and issue resolution, all handled by me. If it's ever not right, I keep looking.

why it feels different

You deserve more than a profile and a hope.

Compared on Hiring on your own Large VA agencies The Anchor & Joy Crew
Who finds your VA You, sifting through dozens of profiles Often matched from a large pool Me, personally
Getting started You train them from scratch Varies by agency Onboarding handled for you
Ongoing support None Often an account team Monthly check-ins with me
If it's not working Start over on your own Depends on the contract I keep looking until it's right
choose what feels right

Support for every season of your business

Starter

$1,100
a month, about 10 hours a week

A little breathing room. Inbox, calendar and light admin, handled with care.

most clients start here

Growth

$2,000
a month, about 20 hours a week

Room to grow. Admin plus projects, systems and the tools that keep things running.

Full Support

$2,800
a month, about 30 hours a week

Your full right hand. Complete operations support, with priority oversight and bi-weekly check-ins.

Every package includes your dedicated Crew VA and check-ins with me. Month to month, with a 60-day minimum to start.

Kind words from kind people

"I feel like I can finally take a breath and know that someone I trust is behind the scenes with my best interest at heart."
Paige Gott, Owner, Tidewater Consulting
"She presented only highly qualified candidates, saving me a significant amount of time as a busy business owner."
Nikole, hiring client
"Danielle is supportive, open, kind, and overall lovely!"
Amber Pert, Owner, Wellspring Financial
"Danielle is organized, task oriented, and has great communication."
Maria Cass, Owner, Intrinsic Homes
good questions

Questions, answered

Where are your VAs based?

The Crew includes both U.S.-based and international assistants. I match on fit first, and we'll talk about what matters to you, like time zone and availability.

Do you only work with financial firms?

Not at all! I'm proud to support financial advisors and professional-service firms, and the Crew supports all kinds of small business owners.

Is there a long contract?

No. Every package is month to month, with a 60-day minimum to start.

How quickly can I get started?

Most clients meet their VA within one to two weeks of our first call.

still here for these too

Other ways I help

Hiring for your own team

Need someone on your payroll? I'll write the role, find and screen candidates, and help you choose the right person.

Let's talk about your hire

A part-time operations partner

Want me in your corner directly? I'll organize your systems, processes and tools so everything runs smoothly.

Let's talk about your operations
ready when you are

I can't wait to meet you.

Book a free 20-minute call. No pressure, just a real conversation about what would make your days lighter.

Let's chat
Danielle McKlveen, founder of Anchor & Joy, Atlanta-based Online Business Manager

Finally, help that actually helps.

Hi friend, I’m Danielle.

I hand-pick your virtual assistant and stay by your side, so you can finally breathe again. Same care you know from Anchor & Joy, now with the Crew.

Meet the Crew

HOW WE GOT HERE

You may know me for operations, systems and hiring support. Over three years, I noticed what my clients needed most was the right person by their side. So the Anchor & Joy Crew is now at the heart of what I do. Same care, same standards, and the same me in your corner.

Ways I can help

01.
The Crew

  • A hand-picked virtual assistant

  • Matched to how you work

  • Fully managed, with monthly check-ins

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02.
Operations + Systems

  • Admin and operations support

  • SOPs and recurring processes

  • CRM and tool setup

  • Automations that save you time

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03.
Team + Hiring

  • Job descriptions that attract the right people

  • Posting on the right job sites

  • Screening every candidate

  • Bringing you top talent for your team

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Ready for a little breathing room?

Book a free call

  • Amber Pert Owner, Wellspring Financial

    "I started working with Danielle at Anchor and Joy Consulting for operations support and new systems. Danielle is supportive, open, kind, and overall lovely!"

  • Paige Gott Owner, Tidewater Consulting

    "Signing on with Anchor and Joy Consulting was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my business. I feel like I can finally take a breath and know that someone I trust is behind the scenes with my best interest at heart. I don't feel like AJC is "just" a service, I feel like what Danielle provides is an entire piece of the puzzle when it comes to the success and growth of my business."

  • Maria Cass Owner, Intrinsic Homes

    "Having someone with knowledge of different platforms to help put into place to create the processes in my business. Danielle is organized, task oriented, and has great communication."

  • Nikole

    “Working with Danielle at Anchor & Joy was one of the best decisions I made for my business. She took the time to truly understand my company, the role

    I needed to fill, and the kind of person who would be the right long-term fit.

    The entire process was organized, efficient, and stress-free. She communicated clearly, kept me updated, and presented only highly qualified candidates, saving me a significant amount of time as a busy business owner.

    What stood out most was how invested she was in the outcome. Thanks to her guidance, I hired someone who has been an incredible addition to my team. I’m so grateful for her expertise and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking to hire with confidence.”

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Danielle McKlveen, founder of Anchor & Joy Consulting, in a casual workspace portrait
Anchor & Joy Consulting brand graphic — virtual assistant and operations support services

Hi! I’m Danielle.

The creative force behind Anchor and Joy Consulting. At our core, we're all about bringing order to chaos, simplifying processes, and maximizing efficiency. It all started with a deep-seated love for organization that has been a part of me since my teenage years.

After college, I dove headfirst into the world of client success at a local home décor company that has since expanded globally and even caught the attention of Disney.

In 2013, I joyfully welcomed motherhood and dedicated myself fully to my two amazing kids. As they ventured into elementary school, I jumped back into the workforce, taking on various roles including executive assistant, operations support, and HR within a remote finance company.

Hiring has always been one of my greatest strengths and, honestly, one of my greatest joys. When I re-entered the workforce, I stepped into an operations role at a small business with just three of us. Over the next three years, we grew to a team of 18, and every single person just clicked. It felt magical. That experience taught me that the right match is not just about skills. It is about fit, timing, and intuition. Three years into Anchor & Joy, that same instinct is the heart of the Crew: I hand-pick the right person for you and stay by your side so it actually works.

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, I work remotely with purpose-driven entrepreneurs across the U.S. who want operations support that does not feel corporate. At Anchor and Joy Consulting, my goal is to share my passion and expertise to help you thrive in every aspect of your business and life. Ready to embark on this journey together?

Let's Chat
Danielle McKlveen, Atlanta Online Business Manager, ready to support purpose-driven entrepreneurs

Ready to Rock & Roll?

Fill out the form or email me at danielle@anchorandjoy.com
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