Black Dating: Success Stories: Love for Black Professionals Beyond the Office
Brian and Alexis met not in a boardroom, but through a networking soiree turned speed dating event for Black professionals. Brian, a software developer, and Alexis, a marketing VP, clicked over their shared love of HBCU homecomings and a debate about the best Caribbean vacation spots. Fast forward three years: they are married, blending not […]
Black Dating: Breaking Stereotypes: Black Professional Women and Dating
Keisha is a 34 year old engineer and MBA, objectively a catch. Yet, she often encountered a troubling trend in her dating life: men who were either threatened by her success or assumed harmful stereotypes about her (“angry,” “too independent,” etc.). Her story is common among Black professional women, who frequently find themselves fighting stereotypes […]
Black Dating: Finding an Equal: Matchmaking for Successful Black Singles
One common refrain among accomplished Black singles is, “I want someone on my level.” It is not about being elitist, it is about compatibility. Shared drive, education, financial outlook, and social understanding can make a relationship smoother. Enter matchmaking as a solution for many successful Black professionals seeking an equal. Why “Equally Yoked” Matters: Beyond […]
Black Dating: Balancing Career and Love: Dating Tips for Black Professionals
Juggling a demanding career while pursuing a fulfilling love life can feel like a magic trick now, add the extra layer of being Black in predominantly white or high pressure professional spaces, and it can seem even trickier. But many have walked this path and found harmony. Here are some real world tips for Black […]
Black Dating: Why Black Professionals Are Embracing Matchmaking
Steven is a 40-year-old tech executive, and if you asked him a decade ago how he’d meet his future wife, he might have said “at a conference” or maybe “through a friend.” Fast forward to today, he is happily married to a woman he met through a matchmaking service. And he is not an outlier. […]
Black Dating: The Black: The Busy Black Professional Guide to Dating
Meet Carla: a 32 year old Black financial analyst in a big city, who often jokes that her most significant relationship is with her email inbox. Like so many Black professionals, Carla career demands long hours, and her personal time is scarce. When she tries dating, it feels like another item on a to do […]
Black Dating: Ready for Marriage? How a Matchmaker Prepares You for “The One”
You have done the soul searching, you have built a career, you have even worked on healing past wounds, and you feel like you are finally ready for “The One.” But being ready for marriage is not just about mindset; it is also about practical preparation. This is where a matchmaker can play an unexpected […]
Black Dating: Black Love Stories: When Dating with Marriage in Mind Pays Off
Monique and James story could be the script of a Black love film. When they met, both were intentional daters in their late 30s, and both had marriage at the top of their wish list. Their courtship was not rushed, but it was focused, every step building toward a future together. Two years from their […]
Black Dating: Dating with Intention: Black Dating Tips for Marriage Success
In the Black community, we often hear elders say, “Date with intention, not just for recreation.” This is sage advice, especially for those who view dating as a path to marriage. But what does “dating with intention” look like in practice? Here are some tips tailored for Black singles who are serious about marrying and […]
Black Dating: Why Black Singles Seeking Marriage Turn to Matchmaking
After years of dating that led nowhere, Malcolm was done with wasting time. At 40, this successful entrepreneur knew he wanted marriage, and he wanted it with someone truly compatible. He noticed a trend among some of his friends, those who were most serious about finding a spouse had hired matchmakers or dating coaches. Black […]