Helping busy people get organised in life and business – because #EveryoneNeedsADONNA.

I understand how overwhelming it can feel to juggle the demands of work and life.

That’s why I offer tailored support designed to ease the pressure and give you back your time.

From managing business admin, coordinating projects or events, to helping with personal errands and everyday organisation - I’m here to take care of the details that often fall to the bottom of your list.

About me

I’ve built my career on a solid foundation of over 30 years in administration and organisational support. I began my working life as an office junior in a family-run business - back in the days of typewriters and paper records.


After taking time out to raise my family, I returned to a very different workplace, where everything had moved online.

Learning how to navigate email and digital systems was a steep but rewarding learning curve - and one that fuelled my drive to adapt and grow.


Since then, I’ve worked across the education, healthcare, and business sectors, continually refining my skills in administration, coordination, and organisational management.

With two decades of experience in these fast-paced environments, I bring both practical know-how and calm efficiency to everything I do.

Client Testimonials

Some lovely words from clients

Since working with Donna, I stopped dreading doing my business admin. Knowing I am seeing her once a week took a huge stone off my heart. Best money spent!

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Ruth Meiri-Newgrosh

Miabelle Photography & Healing

Amazing service, knowledge, and nothing is ever too much trouble. If you need a PA, I'd highly recommend Donna. I'm so glad I found her!

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Nicola Smithson

No Limit Life

Donna was amazing, took all the stress and pressure off me while I was away on holiday - everything was sorted no matter how big or small the task. Thank you so much Donna, will definitely be coming back soon

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Jacqui Ireland

Not Just Travel

Donna has been my PA for over 18 months now.

She does various admin jobs for me.
I'm not sure how I managed without her, but I'm glad I don't have to any more.

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Jacqueline Wallace

Jacqueline's Chocolates

HOW I CAN HELP: Business Support

Behind every successful event is detailed planning, clear organisation, and someone ready to handle whatever comes up on the day.

I provide professional business support to take the pressure off, ensuring your events run seamlessly from start to finish.

Whether you’re hosting a conference, retreat, expo, or client event, I manage all the preparation in advance; from liaising with venues and suppliers, to coordinating schedules, travel arrangements, and guest communications.

My focus is on making sure every detail is covered, so you can concentrate on delivering value to your clients and guests.

On the day itself, I provide hands‑on support, working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly.

From managing logistics and timing, to problem-solving and troubleshooting unexpected challenges, I ensure the experience is professional, stress-free, and enjoyable for everyone involved.

Beyond event management, I offer comprehensive business administration support to help you stay organised and efficient.

This includes diary and calendar management, email organisation, document preparation, and other essential tasks that keep your day-to-day operations running smoothly.

For self-employed professionals, I provide reliable holiday cover, ensuring your clients and customers always have a trusted point of contact while you take a well-deserved break.

This service offers peace of mind that your business continues to run smoothly even when you’re away.

With a calm, organised approach and a keen eye for detail, I help transform your business challenges into streamlined solutions; giving you confidence that everything is handled with care and professionalism.

HOW I CAN HELP: Lifestyle Support

Life is busy, and the never‑ending list of “little things” can feel just as demanding as the big ones.

That’s where I step in; offering trusted lifestyle support to take care of the personal tasks that eat up your time and energy.

From day‑to‑day admin such as scheduling appointments, organising paperwork, and managing bookings, to sourcing thoughtful gifts or planning special occasions, I make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

I also handle the practicalities, whether that’s booking your car in for an MOT, coordinating reliable tradespeople for home projects, or arranging family celebrations and memorable experiences; all managed with care, attention to detail, and discretion.

Whether it’s everyday organisation, practical errands, or once‑in‑a‑lifetime occasions, I take care of the details so you can enjoy more time for what truly matters.

When life feels overwhelming...

#EveryoneneedsaDONNA

Office: Preston, Lancashire

Call: 07709 140125

Site: www.donnagillies.co.uk

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