Reflections from people I’ve worked alongside
The people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and often carrying more than they let on.
The feedback below reflects what tends to matter most to them — not speed or volume, but calm judgement, trust, and work that feels properly held.
“She just gets it”
“Debra is honestly my right hand. When it comes to operations, I barely have to brief her — she just gets it.
She takes my often scattered thinking and brings calm, structure, and clarity to the chaos. She helps turn ideas into something that actually works, spots things I’ve missed, and brings thoughtful insight without adding pressure.
Debra is a sounding board, a safe pair of hands, and someone I trust completely.”
Samantha Tremlin
Wellbeing, Leadership & Culture Strategist, Kuutch
“More than a virtual assistant”
“Debra is more than a virtual assistant — she’s a business partner.
Working with Debra allows me to focus on the work that matters, knowing projects and processes are being implemented thoughtfully and reliably. Her collaborative approach creates clarity and structure without unnecessary pressure.
I’d recommend Debra to anyone looking for calm, dependable support that genuinely makes a difference.”
Jennifer Marshall
Founder & Director, Inclusion UK
“Confident and calm”
“Having Debra on our team has helped us feel more organised, efficient, and effective from day one.
She’s proactive, thinks ahead, and spots things we might otherwise miss. Since working together, our operations have improved and I feel more confident and calm knowing she’s supporting us.”
Anwen Cooper
Mission Director & Co‑Founder, Thrivall
“Professional, reliable, and thoughtful”
“Debra brings professionalism, reliability, and genuine care to her work.
She embodies the qualities you want from someone working alongside a charity — trustworthy, committed, and thoughtful in how she supports people and organisations.”
Carole Spiers MBE
Chair ISMAUK, International Keynote Speaker & Stress and Resilience Specialist
“Debra has become an invaluable part of our business.”
Debra has been an invaluable part of Thrive for the past 15 months, and we genuinely couldn’t imagine running things without her.
She brings calm, proactive support alongside thoughtful ideas that consistently add value. Debra has a way of taking what’s needed and delivering it clearly and reliably, without unnecessary pressure.
Beyond the work itself, her warmth, wit, and positive presence make her a joy to work with. She doesn’t just support our business — she helps it grow in a way that feels steady, considered, and sustainable.
Emma Platts
Thrive – Mental Health and Neurodiversity
“Calm judgement and clear plans”
“Debra combines sharp thinking with a calm, can‑do approach that makes even complex work feel well managed.
She listens deeply, asks the right questions, and translates ideas into clear plans. What sets her apart is her ability to anticipate challenges and keep momentum without creating noise.
She’s a genuinely kind and collaborative partner who brings structure, clarity, and steadiness to everything she does.”
Arron Marsden
Director, AiMTech Business Services Ltd