In the latest episode of Business Matters, presented by Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union, host Rob Cupello welcomes guest Joe Rare, founder, owner and CEO of Level 9 Virtual. 

Rare's entrepreneurial spirit was ignited at a young age. He discusses his early ventures, from setting up lemonade stands to selling anything he could find to sell. 

The drive to create and innovate has always been an integral part of his character.

Fast forward to the present, Rare oversees six digital businesses, all of which are operated by his virtual assistance teams.

One of his businesses is  Level 9 Virtual (L9V), which is a first-in-class service provider of virtual assistants. With over a decade of experience in the industry, L9V's mission is to make top-notch virtual assistant services available to small businesses worldwide.

What sets L9V apart is its unwavering focus on delivering unparalleled value to its clients.

L9V offers a range of services, including dedicated virtual assistants who work closely with clients to support their businesses. Additionally, they provide project-based virtual assistants and this past year they have completed over 100k projects.

His businesses have enabled him to have the freedom to enjoy quality time with his family which he shares is his main motivation behind his work.

“The goal has always been to build businesses around the lifestyle I want,” says Rare.

When it comes to recruiting new employees, Rare and his team take a proactive approach to mentor new recruits, allowing them to gain experience through real projects while providing them with the time needed to develop their skills.

This way, you can rest assured that the team provides the service Rare envisions.

To find out more about L9V and  gain further insights into Rare's journey as an entrepreneur, be sure to watch the full episode. You can also check it out on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.