Coastal Collab
Virtual Business Manager
when talents combine, amazing things happen
whatever you're building, i’m here to help you succeed
my story
The ocean is my happy place; for as long as I can remember, I loved being by the water. I grew up going to Drakes Island, a charming “island” in Maine every year with my family where we stayed in a little mint green house on the ocean and listened to the waves crash as we fell asleep. Now living in Newport and a two minute drive to the ocean, I really can’t picture a life where I am not minutes away from pulling up to the water with my dog riding shotgun, my coffee in hand and some country music.
I always envisioned myself doing work that helped people in one way or another. Graduating with a hospitality and tourism degree, I spent a good portion of my early career years in the hospitality industry. I really enjoyed building relationships, creating a good experience for the clients and handling challenging situations that came my way. My original goal was to pursue a career in event planning, but sometimes life takes you in a different direction and I found myself in Marketing where I spent the past eight years building on my marketing and project management skills.
Fortunately (yes, fortunately), I was laid off from my marketing role. At the time I was disappointed and unsure of what was to come next. However, now I see it more clearly, and I’m positive it was the universe yelling at me that it was time to start living the life I imagined.
Jamie Bell
Coastal Collab started when a family friend came to me with an exciting new business idea: starting my own business as a Virtual Business Manager. At the time, I wasn’t really sure what that entailed. She connected me with a friend who was already doing it, and hearing about her journey opened my eyes to the possibilities and gave me the confidence to embark on my own.
A few drinks, a couple best friends, and a brainstorm sesh later, the name Coastal Collab was born.
So, what exactly do I do?
As a Virtual Business Manager, I’m the person you can depend on when your to do list is a mile long and you don’t have enough hours in the day to complete it or there are just certain things in your business that you’d rather never have to do again.
I specialize in everyday administrative tasks and keeping things organized, scheduling social media content, developing marketing and brand strategies, or even creating a website.
My goal is simple: to make your life easier and give you back more time to focus on the things you actually love about running your business.
Throughout my corporate career, I’ve picked up a wide range of skills, worked with all kinds of platforms and programs, and learned a little bit of everything along the way. If there is something I’ve never done before, I’ll take the time to figure it out so I can support your business the way you need me to.
I’m here to be the behind-the-scenes support, helping you get things done, stay organized, and keep your business thriving.
I can’t wait to hear all about YOUR business and learn what I can take off your plate.
talk soon!
Coastal Collab
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providing day-to-day business support, such as:
Responding to email inquiries
Calendar scheduling
Basic customer service responses
Entering and updating information in databases and maintaining accurate records
Copyediting and proofreading emails and other types of documents
Responding to comments, messages and mentions on social platforms and engaging with the community
Creating, sending and following up on invoices
bringing your business to the next level by building your brand, strengthening your online presence, streamlining your day-to-day operations, and turning your ideas into actions, such as:
Email management (sorting, categorizing, prioritizing, automation, etc.)
Calendar management (scheduling, reminders, sharing calendars for efficiency, etc.)
Preparing documents (letters, reports, presentations)
Researching topics, compiling information and summarizing the findings
Social media account management and content creation including Canva graphics
Optimize social media content for search engines and ensure alignment with overall SEO strategy
Website editing and updates
Marketing email and newsletter creation
Monthly analytic reporting where applicable
elevating your business with strategic planning, project management, and higher-level support, such as:
Developing and implementing a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business goals
Defining target audiences and establishing key performance indicators (KPIs)
Planning and executing social media advertising campaigns; monitoring and optimizing ad performance and using analytical tools to track and measure performance
Creating content and managing social media accounts
Identifying and building relationships with influencers relevant to the brand
Email creation, tag/list management, automation set up
Designing print and digital ads and developing strategy
Blog creation, formatting and publishing
Creating websites using Squarespace
Budgeting and financial planning
Providing monthly analytics reports where applicable
Programs
Schedule & Calendar Management
Google Calendars
Calendly
Housecall Pro
Email Inbox Management
Gmail
Microsoft Outlook
Task & Project Management
Workfront
Team Communication
Slack
WhatsApp
Zoom
Electronic File Management
Google Drive
Dropbox
Sharepoint
Email Marketing
Squarespace
Hubspot
Time Tracking
Clockify
Proofreading & Copyediting
Grammarly
Research
Google
ChatGPT/Claude
Platform Specific (resource libraries, help desks/customer service, etc)
Creative & Design
Unsplash
Canva
Adobe
Social Media Tools
Meta Business Suite
Hootsuite (scheduling platform)
ManyChat (auto-replies on Instagram)
Website & Landing Pages
Squarespace
Wordpress
Invoicing & Payment Plans
Paypal
Quickbooks
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What People Are Saying
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Jamie was instrumental in keeping our project timelines on track, her attention to detail is truly unmatched. Jamie leads with a positive attitude which made every collaboration (and even the toughest challenges) easier to navigate. She’s reliable, driven, and an incredible asset to any team!
— Tasia (former co-worker)
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I had the pleasure of having Jamie as one of my direct reports for the last three years. Jamie is a hard working, dedicated and passionate person who comes to work everyday giving 100%.
— Katie (former manager)
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Working closely with Jamie, I can confidently say she is one of the best partners I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with. From the start, we had a natural workflow and mutual trust that made even the most complex projects run smoothly. Jamie has a real gift for keeping things on track. She’s incredibly organized, sharp, and consistently helped manage timelines, align stakeholders, and handle shifting priorities with ease. Her communication is clear and proactive, and she brings a calm, steady presence that makes even the most fast-paced projects feel manageable. On top of her professional strengths, Jamie is simply a great teammate — reliable, thoughtful, and easy to collaborate with. She’s a true asset to any team.
— Gina (former co-worker)
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I worked very closely with Jamie, and she was a critical part of keeping our marketing programs running smoothly day to day. Jamie managed a high volume of active projects at any given time and consistently brought structure, clarity, and momentum to complex creative workflows. She was instrumental in establishing and maintaining timelines in Workfront, coordinating priorities across teams, and ensuring work stayed on track even as requirements shifted. Jamie had a strong grasp of both the details and the broader delivery picture, which made her especially effective at anticipating risks, adjusting plans, and keeping stakeholders aligned. What stood out most to me was Jamie’s reliability and steady presence. She was organized, proactive, and thoughtful in her communication, making her an incredibly strong partner to work alongside. Our collaboration made execution more efficient and allowed the broader team to operate with confidence. Jamie is someone you can truly depend on to manage complexity, keep work moving forward, and support teams with professionalism and care.
-Ashley (former co-worker)