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Small businesses are the heart of our economy, but they’re often asked to do more with less. At Virtual Gurus, we believe entrepreneurs shouldn’t have to choose between growth and support. That’s why we’ve partnered with Mastercard® to deliver exclusive savings that give small business owners both.
From on-demand Virtual Assistants to our 24/7 Conversational AI Virtual Receptionist (VG Connect), we’re combining people and technology to give entrepreneurs the edge they need to focus on what matters most: growing their business.
By partnering with Mastercard, we’re opening doors for entrepreneurs and small businesses everywhere to access skilled remote talent and AI assistants who lift the weight of busywork, fuel productivity, and create space for bold ideas, big goals, and lasting growth.
— Bobbie Racette, Founder & President, Virtual Gurus
Today’s entrepreneurs juggle more than ever: customers, admin, operations, sales, and growth planning. Virtual Gurus makes it easier to delegate the tasks that drain time and energy, so leaders can refocus on bold ideas and lasting growth. With this partnership, Mastercard Business and World Elite for Business cardholders unlock exclusive savings on our services:
Together, these solutions lift the weight of busywork, fuel productivity, and free business owners to focus on strategy, sales, and customers.
World Elite Mastercard® for Business Credit Cardholders
For those who want advanced tools, added security, and premium benefits, the World Elite for Business credit card offers the highest tier of savings:
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Mastercard® Business Credit Card Cardholders
Designed to simplify operations and enhance security, the Mastercard Business credit card unlocks:
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Mastercard Small Business Navigator Exclusives
Small Business Navigator by Mastercard delivers insights, cost-saving opportunities and resources to help businesses move forward with confidence. Even without a Mastercard credit card, small business owners can access:
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94% of Canadian small businesses say inflation, rising costs, and resource gaps are straining their growth. With Mastercard and Virtual Gurus, entrepreneurs can save money and access the talent and technology they need to compete.
This partnership is about more than discounts; it’s about access. As an Indigenous female entrepreneur, I know how crucial support networks are. Together with Mastercard, we’re giving business owners the tools to scale, on their terms.
— Bobbie Racette, Founder & President, Virtual Gurus
This partnership is more than an offer—it’s a statement of shared values. Mastercard and Virtual Gurus are committed to empowering small business owners of all backgrounds with the resources, technology, and flexibility they need to succeed.
We connect you with the right talent so you can delegate and save time, confident your projects are in capable hands. Our remote team of skilled Virtual Assistants does it all, from bookkeeping and marketing to data entry and administrative support.