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title: "Virtual executive assistant: Meaning for Small Business Owners"
description: "A virtual executive assistant is an executive assistant who works remotely, supporting a leader's calendar, communication and projects without sitting in the..."
url: https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/virtual-executive-assistant
publisher: Peachtree VA
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Virtual Assistants

# Virtual executive assistant

A virtual executive assistant is an executive assistant who works remotely, supporting a leader's calendar, communication and projects without sitting in the client's office.

A virtual executive assistant does the same work as an in-office [executive assistant](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/executive-assistant), but from a remote location. They manage your calendar, filter email, prepare for meetings, track projects and keep you on schedule. Shared tools such as email, chat, calendars and video calls replace the front desk.

For a small business, remote support widens the pool of talent beyond your commute zone. It also removes the cost of office space and equipment. The trade-off is that you must set clear habits for communication and access. Our guide on [giving a virtual assistant access safely](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/guides/give-a-virtual-assistant-access-safely) covers this.

Peachtree VA matches clients with U.S.-based remote professionals. Read how this differs from other roles in our [VA vs executive assistant guide](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/guides/virtual-assistant-vs-executive-assistant). Agree on response times, shared tools and check-in rhythms in the first week.

[Peachtree VA can helpU.S.-based virtual assistants for small business](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/va-services)

## Related terms

-   [Executive assistant](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/executive-assistant)
-   [Fractional executive assistant](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/fractional-executive-assistant)
-   [Virtual assistant](https://peachtreeva.multisites.ai/glossary/virtual-assistant)

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