About Tempo Co
Structured support for the next stage of growth
Tempo Co is a virtual assistant and done-for-you marketing agency based in Australia. We provide structured, managed support to businesses that have outgrown doing everything themselves.
About Tempo Co
Structured support for the next stage of growth
Tempo Co is a virtual assistant and done-for-you marketing agency based in Australia. We provide structured, managed support to businesses that have outgrown doing everything themselves.
As organisations grow, admin expands, marketing fragments, and work that should be delegated continues to sit with leadership, slowing momentum.
Tempo Co provides virtual business support that introduces clear ownership, defined roles, and managed delivery.
Work progresses without business strain.
Hiring a Tempo Co VA was the best decision I ever made. The work they produced was better than I could have done myself, and it freed me up to focus on what actually mattered.
A managed model, not a marketplace
We are not a VA marketplace or a pool of available assistants.
Tempo Co operates as a virtual assistant and marketing support agency, providing structured support with Australian-based oversight.
In practice, this means:
- You are assigned dedicated virtual assistants or marketing support based on your specific business needs
- Virtual assistants work directly with you and your team, much like an internal employee
- Our virtual assistants are degree-qualified professionals with prior VA experience, recruited for both capability and judgement
- We prioritise people who are proactive, organised, and confident using initiative, not just task-takers waiting for instruction
- Marketing and done-for-you social media are managed end-to-end by Tempo Co, with minimal client involvement
- Recruitment is role-specific, covering both admin support and marketing capability
- We manage employment, onboarding, payroll, HR, performance support, and continuity
- Australian-based oversight ensures quality, alignment, and accountability
- Clear escalation paths and backup support are in place if priorities shift
Designed for how growing businesses actually operate
Tempo Co is built for businesses where growth has increased workload and decision pressure, but not capacity.
Do any of the following sound familiar?
- You are still approving, chasing, or re-explaining work that should no longer need your input
- Admin and marketing are being handled, but ownership is unclear and follow-through is inconsistent
- Progress depends on leadership stepping in to unblock or move things along
- Hiring internally feels like more management rather than real relief
- Marketing activity is happening, but without a clear strategy or dependable execution
Tempo Co works with businesses at this stage to put managed virtual assistant and marketing support in place, introducing clarity, accountability, and momentum without increasing leadership load.
Meet Rochelle Bacon, founder and managing director
Tempo Co was founded by Rochelle Bacon after more than a decade working inside fast-moving, growth-focused businesses. Her experience spans senior marketing leadership, international corporate environments, and building, scaling, and selling her own companies.
That combination matters.
Rochelle has sat on both sides of the table. She understands what it is like to be responsible for growth, while also being buried in execution, coordination, and follow-up. She has seen firsthand how marketing and operations stall when structure does not keep pace with ambition, and how poor delegation creates more work instead of less.
Tempo Co exists because of that gap.
Under Rochelle’s leadership, Tempo Co helps owners move from effort-led execution to structured support.
Marketing is treated as a leadership function, not a content machine. Direction comes first. Execution follows. Noise is removed so effort compounds instead of scattering.
That thinking shows up in how Tempo Co operates every day:
- Strategy before activity
- Structure before scale
- People before process
It’s why Tempo Co focuses on managed support models, not marketplaces. It is also why virtual assistants and marketing support are recruited carefully, paid well, supported properly, and expected to think, not just execute.
Our operations leadership
Behind every successful Tempo Co engagement is strong operational leadership.
Our Operations Managers sit at the centre of delivery, ensuring support remains consistent, accountable, and aligned as client needs evolve. They oversee day-to-day execution across our virtual assistant and marketing support services, acting as the bridge between clients, VAs, and the wider Tempo Co team.
Commercial Operations Manager – Sarah Weeks
Speciality: Operations leadership and client partnerships
Sarah supports commercial operations and client partnerships across Tempo Co, helping ensure our clients receive consistent, high-quality support as their businesses grow.
With a background in operations, programme delivery, and stakeholder management across global teams, Sarah brings a calm, solutions-focused approach to complex projects and fast-moving environments. She works closely with both clients and the Tempo Co team to maintain strong communication, clear expectations, and smooth operational delivery.
Sarah’s role centres on protecting the client experience- supporting account managers and strengthening internal processes. She thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to growing businesses.
Account Manager (Operations) – Josh
Speciality: Operations leadership and client management
Driven and results-oriented Manager with extensive experience in customer service, employee management, and business process optimization. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, improving operational efficiency, and delivering measurable results in fast-paced, target-driven environments. Adept at combining strategic thinking with practical execution, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance performance, streamline workflows, and elevate customer satisfaction.
Highly skilled in leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management, with the ability to align team objectives with broader business goals. Experienced in supporting product launches, developing market strategies, and positioning both companies and their offerings for sustained growth and competitive advantage. Demonstrates strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Committed to continuous improvement and innovation, with a keen ability to identify opportunities, implement scalable solutions, and drive business success while maintaining a strong focus on people development and organizational excellence.
Operations Manager – Faye La Cruz
Speciality: Recruitment, HR, team performance, operational delivery
Faye leads recruitment and operational support across Tempo Co, bringing deep experience in HR, people management, and remote team leadership. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and has completed her Juris Doctor, with a background supporting legal and professional services environments.
With eight years of remote work experience, Faye specialises in role alignment, VA onboarding, performance support, compliance, and long-term retention. She works closely with Tempo Co’s virtual assistants to strengthen systems, improve workflows, and ensure roles remain stable and effective as client needs evolve.
We’re the team behind your team
Tempo Co operates through a deliberately structured team model designed to support both clients and the people doing the work.
- Australian-based leadership and client success managers provide oversight, direction, and accountability
- Offshore virtual assistants and marketing specialists work within defined roles and clear frameworks
- Team leaders support delivery quality, consistency, and ongoing development
- Regular check-ins and performance reviews ensure expectations remain aligned over time
This layered team structure means clients are not relying on a single individual to carry the load. Support remains stable, work continues as priorities shift, and quality is maintained without increasing involvement from leadership.
Our values
Our values shape how we recruit, how we manage roles, and how we show up for both our clients and our team.
People before process
We believe good outcomes start with people who feel supported, trusted, and equipped to do their work well. Our virtual assistants are not treated as interchangeable resources. They are professionals with experience, judgement, and agency. When people are respected and well supported, the work speaks for itself.
Structure creates freedom
Clarity reduces pressure. Clear roles, expectations, and systems allow work to move without constant oversight. Structure is not about control, it is about creating the conditions where people can take ownership and operate with confidence.
Long-term thinking beats quick fixes
We build for continuity, not short-term capacity. That means recruiting for fit, investing in onboarding, and supporting roles as they evolve. Stable support creates better outcomes for clients and meaningful, sustainable roles for our team.
Accountability with empathy
We hold high standards while recognising that people are human. Oversight, feedback, and performance support are built into our model, not left to chance. Issues are addressed early and constructively, with the goal of strengthening the relationship rather than cycling through replacements.
Our social impact
Those values extend beyond the work we deliver day to day. We believe businesses have an opportunity to create a positive impact beyond their own operations.
We are proud to partner with World Vision Philippines to support children and families through education. For every new client who joins Tempo Co, we contribute to World Vision’s educational initiatives, helping provide school supplies, learning resources, and access to quality education for Filipino children.
Together, we support opportunity, education, and stronger futures for the next generation.
Our recruitment process
Effective support starts with the right people in the right roles.
Our recruitment process is deliberately structured to ensure virtual assistants and marketing support are matched to how your business actually operates, not just to a generic job description.
We start by understanding your business, systems, priorities, and where support will reduce leadership involvement.
The role is defined around how work flows, not a generic VA description.
Candidates are sourced specifically for your role.
Our virtual assistants are degree-qualified professionals with experience working as VAs across admin, executive, or marketing support.
Beyond skills, we assess judgement, initiative, and proactivity.
We look for people who can work independently within clear boundaries, identify issues early, and keep work moving without constant direction.
Shortlisted candidates are evaluated for communication, reliability, and working style.
Final selection prioritises long-term fit and stability over speed or availability.
Your virtual assistant is onboarded through Tempo Co’s frameworks and supported by Australian-based oversight.
Once appointed, your virtual assistant is onboarded through Tempo Co’s frameworks and supported by Australian-based oversight. This ensures consistency from day one and reduces the risk of disruption as priorities evolve.
The VA was responsive, patient, and worked within the agreed timeframe. I saved so much time and frustration, and communication was excellent the whole way through.
Where structure replaces strain
Tempo Co helps businesses move from effort-driven execution to structured support.
If your business has reached a point where clearer delegation would reduce pressure and improve how work gets done, book a short call today.