Staffwell Acquires My Virtual Assistant Incin Strategic Expansion of Traditional Staffing Services

Staffwell Acquires My Virtual Assistant Inc. — A New Era Begins

In a move that reflects both momentum and maturity, Staffwell has officially acquired My Virtual Assistant Inc., signaling a powerful shift in our trajectory—from digital-first outsourcing to a full-spectrum staffing agency built for the modern workplace.

This isn’t just a press release. It’s a transformation.

For the past several years, My Virtual Assistant carved out a name by connecting law firms, healthcare clinics, real estate teams, and small businesses with highly capable remote staff—offering cost-effective, flexible, and fast-turnaround hiring support. That model worked—and it scaled.

But today, clients want more.

They want in-office support. They want contract talent. They want volume hiring. They want one recruitment partner that can do it all—and do it fast.

That’s where Staffwell comes in.

This acquisition marks the beginning of a broader, bolder approach to staffing. One where clients don’t need to choose between virtual and traditional. One where roles are filled based on fit—not geography. One where the recruitment experience is refreshingly efficient, modern, and transparent.

We’re proud to share how this partnership came to life—and what it means for the future of hiring.

The Evolution of Hiring

Hiring isn’t what it used to be—and honestly, that’s a good thing.

The job market has shifted. Fast. In a world where remote teams, hybrid models, and cross-border hires are the new norm, the way we recruit can’t rely on outdated processes. Today’s businesses need to move faster, think smarter, and connect with candidates who are ready to go—not just available.

The Data Tells the Story

• The average time to fill a role is still 36 days, according to SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). For specialized roles, it can stretch well past 45 days.

• A survey by Greenhouse found that 60% of candidates have abandoned a job application because it took too long or communication was unclear.

• Gallup reports that 48% of American workers are actively job searching or watching for new opportunities, but 1 in 3 new hires will leave within 90 days.

• According to LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting report (2024), 76% of recruiters say it’s harder to find qualified candidates than it was a year ago.

The traditional hiring model—lengthy, bloated, filled with back-and-forth emails—is simply not keeping up with the pace of business today.

What Modern Candidates Expect

Today’s job seekers are prioritizing clarity, speed, culture fit, and flexibility. They want:

• An application process that respects their time

• Interviews that feel like conversations—not interrogations

• Companies that align with their values

They’re skipping over companies with slow processes and flocking to those who act decisively. The best candidates are gone within 10 days. That means hiring is now a race against the clock.

What Employers Need

Meanwhile, business owners are dealing with:

• Fluctuating labor markets

• Budget-conscious growth plans

• Increased competition for top talent

• A mix of in-person, remote, and contract-based needs

Whether it’s a law firm trying to scale intake without burning out its team, or a chain of clinics hiring multiple front-desk staff across locations—employers are asking:

“Can you just find me someone who’s great—and can start on Monday?”

That’s the gap Staffwell was designed to close.

Why This Acquisition Was the Right Move

When Staffwell acquired My Virtual Assistant Inc., it wasn’t just about adding services. It was about solving a real-world need—and doing it faster, better, and at scale.

For years, My Virtual Assistant Inc. carved out a niche in the remote hiring space. They worked closely with small law firms, healthcare clinics, and solo founders to deliver reliable, affordable, virtual support. It wasn’t just task-based help—it was full-time, operational support that made real impact.

But as client needs evolved, so did the demand.

“Can you find me someone who can work in-office?”

“We need 10 people trained and onboarded in 3 weeks.”

“Can you help us build a hiring pipeline—not just one-off roles?”

Those weren’t edge cases. They were becoming the norm.

Expanding the Scope

Staffwell was born out of those shifting needs. With the acquisition, we could instantly expand from:

• Virtual support → In-person, hybrid, and remote staffing

• One-off VA placements → Full-cycle recruiting for permanent hires

• Admin assistants → Skilled trades, healthcare, legal, finance & more

• Manual candidate matching → AI-enabled sourcing, vetting, and onboarding

And we didn’t have to start from scratch. My Virtual Assistant brought with it:

• A trusted client base

• An engaged candidate pool

• A team that already understood what fast, relationship-based hiring looks like

We simply turned up the dial.

From Niche to Nationwide

Staffwell allows us to take the best parts of MyVA—personalized service, fast turnaround, and transparent pricing—and layer in broader capabilities like:

• High-volume hiring for retail rollouts and franchises

• Temporary and contract staffing for seasonal or project-based needs

• RPO partnerships to build full recruiting infrastructure for scaling companies

In a market where even midsize companies are struggling to fill basic roles, having a partner who can deliver next week instead of next quarter is a competitive advantage.

And for us? It was a logical next step. A rebrand with backbone.

Numbers

• 140+ businesses supported

• 500+ roles placed across US, Canada, LATAM

• 26-hour average candidate delivery window

• 3-day average time-to-hire (for most roles)

• 92% client retention rate over 12 months

A Growing Market: The Business of Hiring

Hiring isn’t just an operational need anymore—it’s big business.

In 2024, the global staffing industry was valued at over $650 billion, with North America accounting for nearly 30% of that market share[^1]. The U.S. alone generated $212.8 billion in staffing and recruiting revenue, up 7% from the previous year[^2]. From law offices in Chicago to dental clinics in Ontario, companies are feeling the pressure to find, train, and retain the right people—faster than ever.

And the demand shows no signs of slowing down.

Why? Because Hiring Has Gotten Harder

Across industries, the talent gap is widening:

• Legal support roles are taking 2–3x longer to fill due to candidate shortages and competition from remote-friendly firms.

• Healthcare clinics are struggling to hire front-desk and admin staff who can balance patient care with operational duties.

• Trades and construction firms are navigating a labor shortage while bidding on increasingly complex projects.

• Retail and hospitality roles continue to see high churn—up to 65% annual turnover in some segments[^3].

Hiring isn’t just time-consuming. It’s expensive.

A bad hire can cost up to 30% of the employee’s first-year salary, according to the U.S. Department of Labor[^4].

Even a delayed hire can cost thousands in missed productivity, overtime, and opportunity.

That’s why businesses are turning to staffing partners who can move quickly, vet thoroughly, and scale intelligently.

Staffwell: Positioned for Growth

With this acquisition, Staffwell is strategically aligned to meet the needs of this expanding market. We’re not just filling seats—we’re helping businesses build. That includes:

• Creating candidate pipelines in overlooked labor markets

• Offering 24- to 72-hour turnaround on admin and frontline placements

• Customizing recruitment plans for multi-location rollouts and franchise staffing

• Supporting clients with both on-site and remote solutions

In other words: we’re matching today’s market with tomorrow’s workforce.

[^1]: Staffing Industry Analysts, Global Staffing Industry Forecast 2024

[^2]: American Staffing Association, Industry Snapshot 2024

[^3]: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024 Sector Reports

[^4]: U.S. Department of Labor, Hiring Cost Estimates

What’s Changing (and What Isn’t) for Existing Clients

We know transitions can raise questions—but this one was built with continuity in mind.

If you’re currently working with My Virtual Assistant Inc., the good news is:

Nothing is changing for you—except the support behind you just got stronger.

Here’s What Stays the Same:

• Your Rates:

You’ll continue with your existing pricing—no surprises, no increases.

• Your Contract:

All terms and service agreements remain active as originally signed. You’re fully grandfathered in.

• Your Team:

You’ll keep working with the same VAs, recruiters, or account managers you already know and trust.

• Your Invoicing & Support:

Billing and backend processes will still come through My Virtual Assistant Inc. for now—no new paperwork, no changes to your workflow.

In other words, if you’ve been happy with the service, you don’t need to lift a finger.

What’s New Behind the Scenes:

Deeper Bench Strength

Staffwell brings an expanded team of recruiters, sourcers, and specialists—so we can fill roles faster, access niche talent pools, and support more complex staffing plans.

Broader Geographic Reach

Whether you need talent in downtown Toronto or rural Texas, our growing network gives us national reach with local insight.

Traditional Staffing Expertise

Staffwell brings a proven background in permanent placements, contract staffing, RPO, and volume hiring—allowing you to tap into more services under one roof.

Industry Specialization

We’ve launched dedicated Talent Vaults in key industries like:

• Healthcare & Clinics

• Legal Services

• Real Estate & Property Management

• Trades & Construction

• Retail & Hospitality

So if your business is growing—or your hiring needs shift—you now have a scalable partner who’s ready for what’s next.

“Our goal with this transition wasn’t to disrupt—it was to elevate. We’re building on the trust you’ve already placed in us, and bringing even more tools, reach, and strategy to the table.”

— The Staffwell Team

A New Website, A Stronger Brand

With the acquisition of My Virtual Assistant Inc., we knew it wasn’t just about merging teams—it was an opportunity to reimagine how we show up for our clients.

That’s why we launched Staffwell.ca—a new site, a clearer vision, and a platform built with one goal: to make hiring feel effortless, modern, and practical.

Why we rebuilt the site from scratch

Most staffing websites are a maze—buzzwords, generic photos, and confusing navigation that make you want to give up before you even get to a quote. We didn’t want that.

We designed Staffwell.ca to be something different. Something sharper. Something that actually helps people get hiring done.

Whether you’re a busy clinic director, a law firm partner, or a construction lead juggling job sites and supply issues, you shouldn’t need to decipher industry jargon or chase down a rep just to fill a role.

What’s different now?

• It’s cleaner, faster, and easier to use.

  We stripped out the fluff and kept only what matters. You’ll find clear pathways to:

  • Submit a job role in under 60 seconds

  • Book a free 15-minute discovery call

  • Browse industry-specific hiring solutions

• It speaks to your business.

  From healthcare to legal to trades to real estate, each industry has a dedicated section with tips, sample candidates, and the kinds of support we offer—because hiring a dental receptionist isn’t the same as hiring a litigation assistant or a foreman.

• You don’t have to guess what we do.

  We now break down our services into distinct categories: permanent hiring, contract staffing, volume recruitment, and RPO. Whether you need one rockstar or 50 qualified people next month—we have a pathway for that.

It’s a reflection of how we work

At Staffwell, we don’t overcomplicate things. You tell us who you need, and we go get them.

The new site reflects that energy. It’s straightforward, polished, and focused on delivering value fast. No inflated promises. No fluff. Just the tools and people to move your business forward.

And behind the site is a team that’s been in the trenches—vetting talent, navigating hiring freezes, working through budget shifts, and scaling teams through the messy middle.

More than a website. Your hiring engine

We’ve already seen our partners using the new platform to:

• Submit roles directly and skip the usual intake delay

• Explore Talent Vaults that show real candidates (not stock images)

• Quickly understand the costs and options without jumping on five calls

It’s early—but it’s working. And this is just the beginning.

Looking Ahead: New Services, Big Projects, and Strategic Partnerships

With this acquisition, we’re not just absorbing a company—we’re expanding our mission. The next chapter for Staffwell is about scale, specialization, and solving harder hiring problems across North America.

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) – Made Simple

We’re now partnering with growing businesses to fully manage their recruitment pipelines. From job descriptions to interviews, from pre-screening to onboarding—our RPO solutions are built to be:

• Scalable (handle 5 hires or 50)

• Budget-conscious (flat-rate or pay-per-hire options)

• Plug-and-play (we integrate with your systems, or bring our own)

We’re already running partial and full-cycle RPO for law firms, dental offices, and logistics companies. And it’s working.

Hiring managers are getting time back, costs are going down, and the right people are getting hired faster.

Executive Search – Without the Old-School Attitude

We’re also expanding into Executive & Specialized Search, helping mid-market and growth-stage companies place roles like:

• Operations Managers

• Senior Accountants

• Project Leads

• Department Heads

Our approach blends modern sourcing tech with real relationship-building. We’re not interested in handing you a stack of resumes. We curate serious contenders who align with your culture, growth plans, and leadership style.

No fluff. No inflated retainers. Just clear, well-run searches from people who know how to close.

Strategic Partnerships Are the Future

We’re actively building partnerships with other service providers, SaaS platforms, and HR firms who want to plug our recruitment engine into their offering.

Have a workforce you need to scale?

Need help placing clients into long-term roles?

Running a platform or community and want a recruitment backend?

Let’s talk.

We’re also exploring:

• Co-branded Talent Vaults for associations and niche industries

• Outsourced hiring departments for franchise operators

• Embedded recruiters for tech startups and real estate developers

The playbook is wide open.

Final Thoughts: Let’s Build What’s Next, Together

This acquisition isn’t just about growth—it’s about clarity.

Clarity in how we show up for our clients.

Clarity in how we build teams.

Clarity in the kind of recruitment firm we’re becoming.

By combining My Virtual Assistant’s remote talent infrastructure with Staffwell’s growing focus on traditional staffing, RPO, and executive search, we’re creating a unified force for smarter, faster, more human hiring.

If you’ve worked with us before, thank you—this next chapter is built on your trust.

If you’re just getting to know us, welcome—we’re ready to help you grow.

Whether you’re a startup hiring its first office manager, a law firm building an intake team, or a multi-site healthcare operator gearing up for peak season, Staffwell is here to help you hire better.

Come see what’s changed—and what hasn’t.

👉 Visit staffwell.ca

👉 Book a discovery call

👉 Or just send us a note—we’d love to hear from you.

We’re not trying to be the biggest agency. We’re trying to be the best matchmaker between people and purpose. And we’re just getting started.