SVAI - Society Of Virtual Assistants Ireland

Name: SVAI - Society Of Virtual Assistants Ireland
Address: Cork, IE
Telephone: 00353876740808

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23/06/2026

Have you fallen into the hustle trap?

This week on Virtual Ventures, we're talking about income ceilings as a solo Virtual Assistant and what your options actually look like when you reach one.

One of the most common responses to hitting an income ceiling is to work longer hours, take on more clients, and try to push through. In this clip, Cat talks about why that approach can lead to burnout, resentment, and feeling trapped in your business.

Join us as we talk about what income ceilings can look like, how to recognise when you've reached one, and some of the different ways you can continue growing without simply working more.

Listen to Virtual Ventures on your favourite podcast platform or on YouTube.

22/06/2026

Meet Our Judges 📣

Our final SVAI Awards 2026 judge introduction is someone who brings a wealth of expertise in an area that affects every business owner...

Eileen Ireland of .

Eileen is a certified GDPR trainer, consultant and founder of reGDPR.

With a background in private investigation, insurance and virtual assistance, Eileen brings a unique perspective to the judging panel, combining practical business experience with a deep understanding of compliance and data protection.

Through reGDPR, she works with businesses to simplify compliance, offering training, audits and hands-on support that removes the fear and complexity often associated with GDPR.

We're delighted to welcome Eileen back to the SVAI Awards judging panel for 2026 and are incredibly grateful for the expertise and insight she brings to the judging process.

Thank you, Eileen, for joining us for this year's Awards 🏆

Please do show her some love in the comments or over on her page

Want to learn more about this year's Awards? You'll find all the categories, timelines and submission details via the link in our bio.

And with that, our SVAI Awards 2026 judging panel is complete 👏

21/06/2026

Working on your SVAI Awards submission? 🏆

The SVAI Awards, hosted by the Society of Virtual Assistants Ireland, celebrate the work of Virtual Assistants and Online Service Providers across Ireland.

If you’re getting ready to submit your entry, one of the biggest pieces of advice we can give is this: don’t rush the final review!

Entries for the SVAI Awards 2026 close in less than a week!
You’ll find the information and links you need on our page:

19/06/2026

Things we hear every year during the SVAI Awards submission process 👀

💭 "I'm not established enough yet."
💭 "My business isn't big enough."
💭 "I only have a few clients."
💭 "There are people who deserve it more than me."
💭 "I don't think I've achieved enough."

Here's the interesting thing...
Over the years, we've heard versions of these statements from people who went on to become finalists and even award winners!!

The SVAI Awards have never been about having the biggest audience, the biggest team or the most followers.
They're about recognising the professionalism, standards, growth and impact that exist across our industry every day.

If you've been thinking about entering but keep finding reasons not to, we'd encourage you to take another look.
You might be more ready than you think!

Entries for the SVAI Awards 2026 close in just one week 📣
Find all the information and links you need on our page -

18/06/2026

Meet Our Judges 📣

Next up in our SVAI Awards 2026 judge introductions is someone who has been part of the judging panel since the very beginning...
Renske Ensing of .dog.

Renske is known as the Productivity Witch and is the founder of Sund, a premium dog wellbeing brand built on evidence and modular design.

With more than 25 years of experience across operations and project management, spanning both corporate and startup environments, Renske has built her career where strategy meets ex*****on, helping ambitious people and small teams turn big ideas into systems that actually run.

Having spent years working virtually and supporting businesses behind the scenes, Renske has a deep understanding of the Virtual Assistant and Online Service Provider industry, making her a valuable member of our judging panel.

This year marks Renske's fourth year on the SVAI Awards judging panel and we're delighted to have her expertise, insight and experience helping to assess this year's submissions. Thank you for joining us again for the SVAI Awards 2026 🏆

Please do show her some love in the comments or over on her page .dog.

Want to learn more about this year's Awards? You'll find all the categories, timelines and submission details via the link in our bio -

Stay tuned as we introduce the final judge on our 2026 panel!

17/06/2026

One of the things we hear most often from entrants is:
"I didn't realise how much I'd actually achieved until I completed the submission form."

While being recognised by your industry is a fantastic achievement, there are plenty of benefits to entering the SVAI Awards long before the finalists and winners are even announced!

The submission process encourages you to reflect on your business, recognise your progress, celebrate your work and acknowledge the impact you're having on your clients.

Whether you're entering for the first time or returning again this year, taking the time to step back and look at everything you've built can be incredibly valuable.

Take a look through the carousel for a few reasons why entering might be worth considering☝️

📣 Entries for the SVAI Awards 2026 close in less than two weeks 📣

For full details, category information and submission links, visit the link in our bio -

16/06/2026

Meet Our Judges 📣

Next up in our SVAI Awards 2026 Judge introductions is Edel Hayes of

Edel is the founder of Accelerate Accounting and a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of experience.

Through her work, she supports entrepreneurs and small business owners to better understand their finances, navigate their accounting obligations and make informed decisions that support the growth of their businesses.

Edel has a unique understanding of the Virtual Assistant and Online Service Provider industry and has become a trusted resource for both the SVAI and our members when it comes to all things accounting, tax and finance.

This year marks Edel's third year on the SVAI Awards judging panel and we're so grateful to have her expertise assessing this year's submissions. Thank you for joining us again for the SVAI Awards 2026 🏆

Please do show her some love in the comments or over on her page

Want to learn more about this year's Awards? You'll find all the categories, timelines and submission details via the link in our bio -

More Judge introductions coming soon!

15/06/2026

Last week on Virtual Ventures, we were joined by SVAI member Donna McCullagh of .ie

In this clip, Donna shares one of the lessons she learned in the early days of business after allowing a client to negotiate her rate down.

We also talked about pricing, confidence, boundaries, finding clients, and how her business has evolved from those first few projects to the team and business she runs today.

Listen to Virtual Ventures on YouTube or your favourite podcast platform 🎙️

12/06/2026

One of the most anticipated categories of the SVAI Awards each year is...

✨ Virtual Assistant of the Year ✨

This category celebrates the Virtual Assistant who consistently delivers exceptional support, operates with professionalism and strong service standards, and sets the benchmark for quality in their work.

Virtual Assistants play a vital role in businesses across Ireland, often becoming trusted partners, problem-solvers and a reliable source of support for their clients.

This category recognises the people who show up consistently, communicate professionally, deliver excellent service and create positive experiences for the clients they work with.

Whether you specialise in a particular area or support clients across a range of services, this category is all about recognising the impact of great Virtual Assistant support.

Congratulations again to our 2025 winner, Lorraine Flood of 🏆

Submissions for the SVAI Awards 2026 are closing in just 2 weeks!!
Find full details via the link in our bio -

11/06/2026

Meet Our Judges 📣
We're delighted to kick off this year's judge introductions with someone who has been part of the SVAI Awards judging panel since the very beginning...

Karen McCarthy of 🎉
Karen is a marketing strategist and the founder of The Simplified Social Media.

She has spent more than two decades working across journalism, communications, marketing and business, helping business owners simplify their marketing, increase their visibility and build sustainable businesses.

Known for her practical, no-nonsense approach, Karen has supported hundreds of business owners through her courses, strategy sessions and coaching, helping them create marketing systems that work without adding unnecessary overwhelm.

This year marks Karen's fourth year on the SVAI Awards judging panel and we're incredibly grateful to have her expertise, insight and experience helping to assess this year's submissions.

Thank you, Karen, for joining us again for the SVAI Awards 2026 🏆
Please do show her some love in the comments or over on her page

Want to learn more about this year's Awards? You'll find all the categories, timelines and submission details via the link in our bio.

More judge introductions coming soon!

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