Elliott Schneier has extensive technology startup expertise and plans to power innovative AI-driven solutions and expand Virtual Gurus’ market leadership.
Elliot Schneier, COO Virtual Gurus
CALGARY, AB, May 15, 2024 (Globe Newswire) — Virtual Gurus, a leader in virtual assistant solutions, appointed Elliott Schneier as chief operating officer (COO) in May, marking significant growth for the organization. I’ve made preparations for.
Founded by Bobbie Racette, Virtual Gurus has empowered over 800 professionals from underrepresented backgrounds, including single mothers, Indigenous peoples, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and people with alternative abilities. This commitment to inclusivity and significant business growth earned the company a spot on the Globe and Mail’s list of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies in 2023, and that momentum is expected to continue into his 2024.
“Elliott brings a wealth of strategic foresight and a proven track record from his tenure as COO, co-founder of Startups.com, and former COO of Zirtual,” said Russett. “His expertise will be critical as we strengthen our unique platform that combines machine learning and human insights and set a new standard in the virtual workforce industry.”
Under Schneier’s leadership, the company plans to expand its service offerings, including introducing a virtual receptionist and enhancing its virtual assistant services, while focusing on its social mission.
“As we continue to evolve our platform, we will dedicate the second quarter of this year to strategically repositioning, prioritizing growth, and initiating Series B financing,” Russett added. “Elliott’s appointment marks a significant inflection point, especially as we leverage AI to further our mission to enhance, empower and innovate human capabilities.”
Stephen Nairne, Chief Investment Officer at Raven Indigenous Capital Partners and an investor in Virtual Gurus, expressed his enthusiasm: This is the next stage of the company’s growth and development. ”
Sharing his excitement about his new role, Mr. Schneier said, “I am humbled to be part of a mission-driven organization like The Virtual Gurus, where every inch of the company is filled with true purpose. We are poised to lead the market with initiatives such as: Our advanced AI solutions not only provide great service, but we look forward to actively contributing to the community. ”
About Virtual Guru
Virtual Gurus is a talent marketplace that leverages proprietary technology to support businesses by connecting organizations with skilled virtual assistants in Canada and the United States. Since its founding in 2016, Virtual Gurus has carved out a niche for itself by offering a wide range of services, including professional virtual assistant roles. Meet your business needs with workflow optimization and on-demand custom support. For more information, please visit www.thevirtualgurus.com.
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