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25 Years of Bringing Remarkable People Together

Master Matchmakers® has provided personal coaching and professional matchmaking for upscale singles seeking meaningful relationships. Founded by JoAnn Ward and now owned and operated by her son Steve Ward out of Palm Beach, Florida — a mother-and-son matchmaking duo who gained national acclaim as hosts and executive producers of VH1's Tough Love.

25
Years in Business
6
Seasons on VH1
800+
Clients Coached
50
States Served
Our Story

A family legacy of matchmaking — modernized for today.

For 25 years, Master Matchmakers® has provided personal coaching and professional matchmaking for upscale singles seeking meaningful relationships. Founded by JoAnn Ward, the company is now owned and operated by her son Steve Ward out of Palm Beach, Florida.

This mother-and-son matchmaking duo gained national acclaim as hosts and executive producers of VH1's Tough Love from 2009–2013. Over six seasons, they transformed the lives of dozens of men and women by helping them find, form, and maintain healthy, happy relationships.

Their best-selling book Crash Course in Love (Simon & Schuster) and television appearances showcased their thought leadership and area of expertise. With Steven's proprietary technology to prove identity, run background checks, and verify photos, Master Matchmakers now provides personal coaching and professional matchmaking services nationwide.

What sets us apart
  • Verified Identity & PhotosEvery member has identity, age, and photos verified.
  • Background ChecksPublic record checks on every introduction.
  • Coaching + MatchmakingA team of coaches and matchmakers by your side.
  • Nationwide ServiceLicensed in Palm Beach County, serving all 50 states.
Leadership

The Mother-and-Son Matchmaking Duo

JoAnn Ward, Founder of Master Matchmakers Founder

JoAnn Ward

Founder · Master Matchmakers®

JoAnn is the Founder of Master Matchmakers who is semi-retired and now enjoys just doing what she's always loved to do most: explain how we work. Her foundation rests on her passion for uniting desirable singles in rewarding, long-term relationships.

A happily married mother of three adult children, and a grandmother of six, JoAnn has enjoyed all the success in love her clientele only dream of. Through her unique approach to matchmaking, she has been able to create hundreds upon hundreds of successful relationships for people of all backgrounds.

Steve Ward, CEO of Master Matchmakers CEO

Steve Ward

CEO & Owner · Master Matchmakers®

Steve owns and operates Master Matchmakers from Palm Beach, Florida, leading the next chapter of the family business his mother founded. As co-host and executive producer of VH1's Tough Love for six seasons, Steve helped reshape how America thinks about modern dating and committed relationships.

Co-author of Crash Course in Love (Simon & Schuster), Steve has built proprietary technology to verify identity, run background checks, and confirm photos — bringing trust, transparency, and accountability to every introduction the team makes nationwide.

As Seen On

National Recognition. Proven Expertise.

VH1's Tough Love

Six seasons (2009–2013) as hosts and executive producers, transforming the lives of dozens of singles.

Crash Course in Love

Best-selling book published by Simon & Schuster — distilling decades of matchmaking insight.

Featured Experts

Numerous appearances on ABC, lifestyle websites, and dating podcasts as relationship authorities.

Matchmaking

Our team of matchmakers brings together psychology, intuition, and decades of combined experience to introduce you to the right person — not just any person.

Kim DiSilvestro
Kim DiSilvestro
Chief Operations Officer
Madison Ward
Madison Ward
Director of Operations
Jules Price
Jules Price
Matchmaker and Dating Coach
Kelly Palumbo
Kelly Palumbo
Matchmaker
Kevin Cohen
Kevin Cohen
Matchmaker
Heather Abbasoglu
Heather Abbasoglu
Matchmaker
Andrea Serio
Andrea Serio
Matchmaker

Coaching

Our certified relationship coaches help you build confidence, break old patterns, and become the partner you want to attract.

Tatoya Turner
Tatoya Turner, M.Ed
Dating and Relationship Coach
Masha Pinsky
Masha Pinsky
Dating and Relationship Coach
Stephanie Danielle
Stephanie Danielle
Dating and Relationship Coach
Jules Price
Jules Price
Dating Coach

Ready to meet your match?

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