Amber has been a professional matchmaker for more than 13 years. She has worked with industry leaders throughout the country, and has been certified by the Matchmaking Institute since 2005. She entered college at the age of 16, attending Bard College at Simon's Rock in Great Barrington, MA, and is currently completing her Bachelor’s in Business Management at the University of Baltimore. Amber is personally responsible for countless relationships over the years and truly believes there is someone for everyone. Her passion and intuition combined with years of experience, give her the ability to help her clients meet their relationships goals.  Amber met her match in the supermarket. When she noticed an attractive man she asked herself, “What would I tell a client to do right now?”  She introduced herself and has been with him ever since.

Sean is following in Steven’s footsteps as the first male matchmaker and coach to join Master Matchmakers since Steven joined the company in 2003. Sean is a man’s man who understands single men and women just as well as Steven. He first put to use his degrees from Springfield College in Sports Management and Business at ESPN and MSNBC but has found a way to fulfill his passion for helping others as both a Personal Trainer, and a Certified LifeCoach (through Fowler Wainwright International). Sean has been advising his clients in matters of the heart for years, and has become quite adept at helping them overcome their various relationship challenges while finding rewards that have made their relationships stronger along the way. Sean regularly contributes to women’s journals providing dating tips from the male perspective and often finds himself in agreement with Steven’s philosophy, assessments and approach which has lead him to Master Matchmakers.

Stephanie has helped her clients achieve success in love, life and business through the same “Tough Love” approach to self-improvement that Steve and JoAnn have used for years. As a well-established relationship coach, working with singles and couples nationwide, Stephanie gets to the heart of the problem quickly and offers inspirational, motivational and practical advice. Her clients realize their personal and professional relationship goals from this direct approach. Stephanie conducts classes with coursework for not only singles who want to attract a new relationship or move forward after a bad break-up, separation or divorce. She works with people already in relationships who want to be better halves and overcome challenges to become a better couple. ...more

Stephanie has helped her clients achieve success in love, life and business through the same “Tough Love” approach to self-improvement that Steve and JoAnn have used for years. As a well-established relationship coach, working with singles and couples nationwide, Stephanie gets to the heart of the problem quickly and offers inspirational, motivational and practical advice. Her clients realize their personal and professional relationship goals from this direct approach. Stephanie conducts classes with coursework for not only singles who want to attract a new relationship or move forward after a bad break-up, separation or divorce. She works with people already in relationships who want to be better halves and overcome challenges to become a better couple.

Stephanie knows how to make “relationship work” fun. She draws from a diverse education and background; including a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and Communications from Hofstra University and an affiliation with Columbia University and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners as a graduate from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition as a Holistic Health Counselor. Stephanie has worked as a counselor, case supervisor, motivational speaker, business consultant, medical ethics teacher and lifestyle contributor and has been recognized by the media through her contributions in books, publications and websites.

After watching Steve and JoAnn guide singles and couples to relationship success on VH1s Tough Love Series, Stephanie knew that her direct and caring coaching style would be a perfect match for the Master Matchmakers® team and the clientele they are committed to serving. Stephanie is most passionate about teaching people how to have a healthy and happy relationship with themselves because she knows it is the starting point for developing a meaningful and rewarding relationship with another.

As a Board Certified Coach and Nationally Certified and Licensed Professional Counselor Kelly consults with Master Matchmakers to support the effort to advise our members and clients in matters of love both effectively and responsibly. Kelly will assist Master Matchmakers specifically in addressing more sensitive dating and relationship matters. As a happily married mother of four and family friend Kelly shares JoAnn and Steve’s belief that we can always improve ourselves and our situations. With love and focus Kelly believes anything is possible. Her goal is to enable people to not only be as percievably attractive as they can be but to also be able to see the potential for a healthy, happy relationship while avoiding anything less.

Kate believes that everyone has the potential to change and the ability to achieve their most far-reaching goals. Through motivational coaching techniques, she guides clients through the change process, helping them to connect more deeply with others and form meaningful relationships. Kate’s ultimate objective is for the client to learn to use these techniques without a coach. Through her 17 years as a change agent, Kate has helped people from diverse backgrounds overcome obstacles, develop lasting, healthy relationships and achieve their fullest potential. As a manager, she has coached professionals and developed them into managerial positions. She has been a consultant and trainer for professionals, and provided instruction at colleges and universities Kate has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Chicago and a Master’s degree from Columbia University. She holds the highest level of licensure for Social Work in Pennsylvania, and is a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers.

Lori is coaching and counseling individuals and couples on how to date and develop healthy relationships in today's digital age. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Board Certification in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Lori received her MA in counseling from Rider University in New Jersey and her personal/executive coaching certification from Personal Executive Coaching Programs in Ventura, CA. Her unique approach to helping people handle the challenges of dating in today’s world has been featured in local and national press. She is a regular guest on local television as an expert on topics from body language to self-improvement. Lori has been professionally acquainted with the Wards since 2003 and their working relationship continues to this day.

Carol brings a unique and whole picture perspective to the art of personal relationships with a blend of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky, a Master’s degree in Public Health from Western Kentucky University, and post graduate work in Nutritional Sciences and Health Education. In addition, she is a Certified Wellness Specialist and Certified Health Education Specialist. As a former Wellness Director, she produced award winning programs, curricula, and publications for college students and faculty. Her teaching passion and expertise in dating, relationships, and sexual health issues thrives on bringing people toward healthy relationships and has a “tell it like it is” philosophy that fits in well with Master Matchmakers.

Carol believes that a healthy relationship can provide every person with a true sense of well-being and self-actualization in life. As a testament to this belief, she has been married for over 18 years, has a 12 year old son and focuses on being a student in life, listening to others and offering her years of experience in a holistic life-balance approach. Carol lives in California outside of Silicon Valley and loves to hike, bike, run and is the support crew for her husband’s ultra-marathon training and competitions. It is through these experiences of being part of a spousal team she has an innate ability to provide individuals the knowledge, skills and tools to be in a happy and successful relationship.

Jennifer Ward is a Certified Health Coach, accredited with the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Her national wellness practice offers highly personalized nutrition programs to help her clients achieve balance, lose weight, prevent illness and heal with food. Her education encompasses more than 150 dietary theories, integrating traditional philosophies such as macrobiotics and ayurveda with modern day concepts like the USDA food pyramid, the glycemic index and raw foods...more

Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science and has also completed an advanced accreditation in Integrative Nutrition and Health Counseling, with additional credits from the State University of New York. She has studied alongside leading wellness educators including Walter Willet, David Katz, Deepak Chopra, T. Colin Campbell, Mark Hyman, Andrew Weil and many other innovative leaders in nutrition.

Her mission is to improve the health and happiness of those suffering from symptoms of imbalance using a holistic and whole-foods based approach to wellness. She prides her practice on the concept of listening to your own body’s needs in order to live a healthy, happy and fulfilling life. Her holistic approach to wellness examines not only what is on our plate, but all of the things that feed our lives. You can learn more about Jennifer and what she offers at www.MedicinalNutrition.com.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Shana is currently finishing her last year at Penn State University studying Broadcast Journalism. She is excited to be working with Steve and JoAnn, as well as the rest of the Master Matchmakers staff! Shana first learned about the Wards through “Tough Love,” and immediately admired the passion and dedication they have in bringing people together and helping them develop a lasting relationship. Shana shares the same spirit the Wards have in obtaining success and staying positive in life and love. She is extremely grateful to be starting her career with Master Matchmakers, and is focused on learning everything that this opportunity will come to offer. With her organizational skills and knowledge of the social media world, Shana is determined to assist Steve and JoAnn to continue on as being the best in the matchmaking business. Shana believes that working with the Wards is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. "I consider myself a hopeless romantic at times, so combining that world with my love for social media and technology is a dream come true!"

Helena has been professionally matchmaking for more than fifteen years. She graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration which gave her the skills and confidence to launch a proprietary internet dating site for fitness enthusiasts in the mid-nineties. Since then she’s matched countless couples who have gotten married, including her two partners in the fitness matchmaking website. ...more

Helena has been professionally matchmaking for more than fifteen years. She graduated from Drexel University with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration which gave her the skills and confidence to launch a proprietary internet dating site for fitness enthusiasts in the mid-nineties. Since then she’s matched countless couples who have gotten married, including her two partners in the fitness matchmaking website. In the interest of growing her career and expanding her skill set Helena went to work for an international franchise dating service. Although the experience was invaluable she felt the corporate matchmaking world marginalized the client and was focused more on generating profits versus relationships. That’s when Helena inquired about a position with Master Matchmakers®. It’s our boutique approach and no nonsense approach to hands on matchmaking that makes Helena a great fit for this organization.

Allison Lloyds is a Relationship Coach and Lifestyle Consultant born and raised in Greenwich, CT and currently resides in Manhattan practicing for Master Matchmakers® out of New York City. Allison grew up an internationally ranked equestrian who trained, traveled and competed around the world. From this unique life shaping experience, she learned firsthand what motivates and inspires people to succeed. She went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University and a Master's Degree in ...more

Allison Lloyds is a Relationship Coach and Lifestyle Consultant born and raised in Greenwich, CT and currently resides in Manhattan practicing for Master Matchmakers® out of New York City. Allison grew up an internationally ranked equestrian who trained, traveled and competed around the world. From this unique life shaping experience, she learned firsthand what motivates and inspires people to succeed. She went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University and a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy gaining clinical experience working with individuals, families and couples along the way. Prior to her focus on Marriage and Family Therapy, Allison was once a Director for a global real estate services companies; living and working domestically and abroad as well as an in-house fashion publicist for Prada, Burberry and Christian Dior working with leading fashion editors and celebrity stylists. Allison applies her diverse educational, athletic, personal and professional experience to her coaching. Her approach is practical and goal oriented with an emphasis on growth in all aspects of her clients’ lives.

Leslie started her career in the matchmaking industry in 1993 while still in college. That is when her professional relationship with Master Matchmaker® JoAnn Ward began. Ascending the corporate ladder Leslie was at one point a National Director for an international dating organization. With more than fifteen years of experience matchmaking Leslie has realized that in order to be a great matchmaker it must be ...more

Leslie started her career in the matchmaking industry in 1993 while still in college. That is when her professional relationship with Master Matchmaker® JoAnn Ward began. Ascending the corporate ladder Leslie was at one point a National Director for an international dating organization. With more than fifteen years of experience matchmaking Leslie has realized that in order to be a great matchmaker it must be more than a job. It must be a passion. Through the years she’s helped many clients enter long-term committed relationships and marry. She feels honored and proud to have been such an integral part of their success. Now an expert in the field Leslie knows that honesty and integrity must never be compromised and that is why she loves being a part of the Master Matchmakers® team.

Darcy grew up in Sea Bright, NJ, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Thomas Edison State College as well as a Master’s Degree in Education from Monmouth University. She is also a certified Holistic Health Counselor; a practice that focuses on the mind, body, soul connection. Darcy has been a professionally practicing matchmaker for many years and has always embraced the hands-on approach to matching and coaching her clients. Darcy believes there is no substitute for the genuine care, concern, and knowledge of a professional matchmaker. She takes enormous pride in what she does and is proud to be a part of our winning team!