Damira Clark Launches Virtual Assistant Firm to Support Small Businesses

AZ Virtually offers professional administrative and marketing services to help local companies overcome staffing challenges.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Damira Clark, a former program specialist at the Northern Arizona Council of Governments, has launched a new virtual assistant firm called AZ Virtually to provide professional support services to small businesses in the Flagstaff area. Clark saw firsthand the struggles that local employers faced with high employee turnover and decided to start her own company to offer administrative, marketing, and other services on an as-needed basis.

Why it matters

Small businesses often lack the resources to hire full-time administrative or marketing staff, leading to challenges with tasks like social media management, customer service, and project coordination. AZ Virtually aims to fill that gap by providing flexible, on-demand professional support to help local companies operate more efficiently and effectively.

The details

After working at NACOG for nearly three years, Clark recognized the need for better employee retention and administrative support among small businesses in the Flagstaff area. She launched AZ Virtually last year to offer hourly virtual assistant services, including website management, graphic design, social media marketing, data research, and more. The firm serves a range of clients, from auto dealerships to the local chamber of commerce.

  • Clark started AZ Virtually in 2025 after her position at NACOG ended.
  • AZ Virtually has been operating for over a year, providing services to local businesses.

The players

Damira Clark

The founder of AZ Virtually, a virtual assistant firm that provides professional support services to small businesses in the Flagstaff area.

Graham Robertson

The owner of Graham's Integrity Auto Sales, a client of AZ Virtually who has been impressed with Clark's work ethic and the quality of her services.

Christian Oliva del Rio

The President and CEO of the Greater Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce, which has hired AZ Virtually to handle its social media marketing.

Isaac Thew

A previous employer of Clark's who has praised her work ethic, reliability, and interpersonal skills.

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What they’re saying

“When I saw that businesses in our area could use assistance, I decided to fill that need and offer my services by providing professional support on a daily, monthly and even yearly basis.”

— Damira Clark, Founder, AZ Virtually (Flagstaff Business News)

“Damira does impressive work and she has great follow-up. She helped the dealership with our website, graphics and organized our office. Her work ethic and the quality of her work is excellent.”

— Graham Robertson, Owner, Graham's Integrity Auto Sales (Flagstaff Business News)

“Currently we have [hired] Damira to handle all of our social media marketing and she's been just amazing to work with. She has an impressive history and great skills.”

— Christian Oliva del Rio, President and CEO, Greater Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce (Flagstaff Business News)

“For as long as I've known Damira, she's been an incredibly hard and reliable worker. I've employed her at two different jobs, and she was well liked at both. She has an infectious personality and can get along with anyone. I'm not the least bit surprised she's started her own business and I have no doubt that she will do great wherever this venture takes her. I'd hire her again without question.”

— Isaac Thew (Flagstaff Business News)

What’s next

AZ Virtually plans to continue expanding its client base and service offerings to support more small businesses in the Flagstaff area.

The takeaway

Damira Clark's new virtual assistant firm, AZ Virtually, provides a valuable solution for local small businesses struggling with staffing challenges and the need for professional administrative and marketing support, demonstrating the entrepreneurial spirit and community-focused approach that can help sustain independent companies in the region.