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Who We Are

Behind every email, design, and strategy is a team dedicated to helping your business thrive. We bring heart, skill, and structure to the small details so you can focus on the bigger picture — growing your business with clarity and purpose.

Our Founder

Fungai Blake, a seasoned Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of consulting expertise, is the founder of Gear for Growth.

Her career is guided by a passion for teamwork, client empowerment, and delivering tangible results.

Previously leading a consulting team at a major firm, she excelled in business development, people management, operations, and marketing.

Fungai brings her strong relationship-building skills and cognitive agility to every client interaction, navigating complex environments with precision and insight.

Flexibility is everything

Our process is tailored to help you solve your specific challenges and pain points.

We aim to be Africa’s leading virtual assistant agency, driving business success worldwide and creating meaningful jobs that uplift communities locally.

By freeing up entrepreneurs and teams to focus on what matters most, our skilled assistants deliver smart, flexible support that boosts productivity, fuels growth, and creates real opportunities across the African continent.

Our Vision & Mission

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Why Choose Us

We build genuine partnerships through trust, transparency, and results, offering a flexible hourly model so you only pay for what you need while we stay fully committed to your success.