Amanda Johnson is renowned for her extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to professional development within the VA industry. With over 35 years of professional administrative experience, including a distinguished 23-year career as a Royal Navy Logistics Officer, she brings a wealth of knowledge, first hand understanding and leadership to her role as VA Coach, Trainer and Mentor within the VA Training Academy®.
Following her retirement from the military in 2012, Amanda transitioned seamlessly into entrepreneurship, launching her own VA business before acquiring the training business she had previously trained with. Her journey reflects a profound understanding of the VA landscape, driven by personal tragedy and a passion for authentic business endeavours.
Amanda is passionate about empowering individuals to realise their entrepreneurial aspirations in the VA industry. Her genuine, no-nonsense approach to coaching, mentoring, and training equips VAs with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's competitive landscape. Amanda's interactive sessions focus on continuous professional development, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and excellence in business. Her belief that 'practical learning leads to sustainable success' underpins all her training methodologies.
A multi-award winner in the VA industry and beyond, she has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the industry. She is an Advisory Board Member for the Society of Virtual Assistants and runs the UKVA Conference, the UKVA Awards, and manages the BeMyVA Directory under the VACT Limited brand.
Her mission is clear: to inspire, support, and challenge those seeking success in the VA industry, equipping them with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today's competitive landscape and allowing them to become the “Go To” VA. Amanda regularly speaks at VA Summits and Conferences, sharing her expertise and inspiring the next generation of successful VAs. Her unique background as a military veteran allows her to particularly support and understand the needs of military spouses entering the VA industry. This commitment to the Armed Forces community is further exemplified by VACT Limited's Silver Award for the Armed Forces Covenant.
Amanda lives on the south coast of the UK with her husband and two children, embodying her core values of inspiration, support, and authenticity.
You can connect with Amanda via her website: www.vatrainingacademy.co.uk or email at amanda@vact.co.uk