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    MEET THE HUMANS

    Behind Doris

    Real People.
    Real Business.
    One Damn Good AI.

    Sure, Doris is powered by AI—but behind the scenes, she’s backed by real humans who know just how tough running a small business really is.

    We’ve seen it all:

    • The missed calls.
    • The no-shows.
    • The leads that never get followed up because life got in the way.
    • The endless admin that eats up your evenings.

    We didn’t build Doris to be fancy.

    We built her to fix what’s broken.

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    Business Shouldn’t Feel Like a Leaky Bucket

    We were watching businesses miss leads by being too busy working hard, lose leads by not responding quick enough, and just plain forget to follow up. Leaks. Everywhere.

    • Every missed enquiry? That’s a leak.
    • Every client who forgets to rebook? Leak.
    • Every review you meant to ask for but didn’t? Leak.

    We saw hard working businesses struggle to grow— if your systems can’t keep up, it’s like pouring water into a bucket full of holes.

    So we built Doris.

    She’s not just an AI receptionist. She’s your digital front-of-house, your follow-up queen, your never-miss-a-beat assistant who’s quietly catching everything that would otherwise slip through the cracks.

    THE TEAM THAT

    Built Doris

    Kirsty Dove

    Kirsty Dove

    MANAGING DIRECTOR

    Equal parts strategist, tech designer, storyteller, and straight-talker. Kirsty turns chaos into clarity and helps Doris sound human, helpful, and always on-brand.

    With over 30 years of IT solutions expertise—including high-level consulting and management roles in London’s leading corporates—Kirsty Dove now channels her experience into helping SMEs shine. She creates bespoke marketing solutions that seamlessly combine innovative design and technology, delivering tools that are as practical as they are powerful.

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    Dara Olson

    Dara Olson

    OPERATIONS MANAGER

    With 25+ years in IT, Dara builds the systems that makes Doris tick. She’s the one making sure your automation is seamless, your systems are solid, and your leads never fall through the cracks.

    With her experience, including senior management roles in London’s banking industry, Dara Olson is a master of systems and organization. Her passion for streamlining processes and creating order ensures that no detail is overlooked. Known for turning complex workflows into manageable systems, Dara empowers businesses to operate efficiently.

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    Our 'Why'

    We’re not a giant tech company or a faceless app factory.

    We’re a small, nimble team who care deeply about helping business owners like you get back your time, your sanity, and your weekends.

    • Because the truth is: every lead counts.
    • Every customer is a potential referral.
    • Every moment you don’t follow up is a moment your competitor might.

    Doris doesn’t drop the ball.

    She answers the phone. Sends the text. Books the meeting. Nurtures the lead. And keeps the system moving while you sleep.

    Our Promise to You

    We don’t just hand over a tool and disappear.

    We stick around, we troubleshoot, and we help you build something that actually works for your business.

    Because running a business is hard. But with the right support—it doesn’t have to be chaotic.

    Your next client is trying to reach you right now.
    Is anyone answering?

    Book a free 15-minute demo. We'll show you Doris in action, figure out which plan fits your business, then spend your first month fine-tuning her on your real enquiries.

    2-month minimum, then month-to-month.

    60-day results guarantee: at day 60 you get a one-page report of enquiries captured, bookings made, and their value. If the booked value doesn't cover what you've paid in service fees, your monthly fees are refunded in full. The setup work is yours to keep either way.

    No tech headaches. No awkward sales pitch.
    Just Doris. Doing what she does best.

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