A Heartwarming Success Story: Love After Life’s Twists and Turns

By Amy Andersen, Founder and CEO of Linx Dating

At Linx Dating, we believe that love knows no age limits. One of our most recent success stories—an inspiring couple in their 50s+, both with past divorces—tied the knot over Thanksgiving weekend after being introduced through our exclusive, referral-based matchmaking service. Their story is a powerful reminder that second chances at love can be both transformative and deeply fulfilling.

The Power of Second Chances After Divorce

For many, particularly those who have experienced divorce, the prospect of dating again can feel daunting. The emotional complexities of navigating a new relationship—especially with children involved—can make starting over seem overwhelming. However, this couple’s journey is proof that love after divorce is not only possible, but often richer and more meaningful.

Research from Stanford University highlights the emotional maturity that many individuals gain after experiencing divorce. Their findings suggest that people who remarry later in life tend to have a more realistic and grounded approach to relationships. With personal growth and greater clarity on what truly matters, these individuals often experience higher satisfaction in their second marriages (Stanford Center on Longevity, 2016).

This couple’s relationship blossomed because they chose to embrace the complexities of their pasts and approach dating with an open heart. Both had navigated the challenges of divorce and the intricate dynamics of co-parenting—proving that love is resilient, even when life presents its most difficult turns.

Managing the Complexities of High-Profile Divorces

For many professionals in Silicon Valley, the challenges of dating post-divorce extend beyond emotional complexities. High-profile divorces often come with a sense of public scrutiny, leading to feelings of isolation. This can be especially difficult for individuals who are accustomed to a busy, high-stakes career and a social circle that may not fully understand their unique experience.

A Stanford Graduate School of Business study on high-profile divorcees found that the pressure of public visibility can lead to heightened emotional stress and loneliness. Many people in these positions report feeling disconnected from others, even as they navigate dating in the public eye (Stanford, 2021). For those in such situations, the idea of returning to dating apps is unappealing. These platforms often lack the privacy, personalization, and selectivity that professionals need.

That’s where a trusted matchmaker, like Linx Dating, offers immense value. We provide a level of discretion and care that allows clients to explore meaningful relationships without the pressure of public attention or the endless, impersonal swiping of dating apps.

Why the Right Matchmaker Makes All the Difference

Unlike traditional dating services, Linx Dating takes a bespoke approach to matchmaking. Our service goes beyond surface-level compatibility, focusing on a holistic view of each client’s life, values, and relationship goals. For those navigating post-divorce dating—particularly with children—finding a partner who understands the full scope of their responsibilities and aspirations is critical.

Dr. Thomas Bradbury, a leading Stanford relationship expert, emphasizes that the foundation of long-lasting relationships—especially after major life changes like divorce—lies in emotional intimacy, shared values, and mutual respect. His research suggests that couples who face challenges together, such as co-parenting or dating later in life, develop deeper emotional bonds and greater resilience in the face of adversity (Bradbury & Karney, 2004).

This is why working with a matchmaker who understands the nuances of your life and needs is so important. At Linx Dating, we help our clients navigate the complexities of modern relationships, fostering authentic connections that prioritize emotional compatibility and long-term happiness.

A New Beginning Awaits

Whether you’ve experienced a divorce, are navigating co-parenting, or simply haven’t found the right person yet, it’s never too late to begin a new chapter. For high-profile professionals—especially those in Silicon Valley—a trusted matchmaker can offer the privacy, care, and expertise needed to find genuine, lasting love.

Stanford research also supports that individuals who engage in professional matchmaking services are more likely to form successful, long-term relationships. Personalized matchmaking that takes into account your values, lifestyle, and relationship goals increases the likelihood of lasting happiness (Stanford Center on Longevity, 2022).

If you're a successful professional ready to find love again, no matter your past experiences, I’d be honored to help you take that next step. True connection can happen at any stage, and your story is still unfolding. Let 2025 be the year you find the love you’ve been waiting for.

Let’s Make It Happen

Reach out today, and together, let’s begin the next chapter of your love story.

References:

• Stanford Center on Longevity. (2016). The Psychology of Remarriage: Why Second Marriages Can Be Stronger. Stanford University.

• Stanford Graduate School of Business. (2021). Divorce and Public Life: The Struggles of High-Profile Professionals. Stanford University.

• Bradbury, T. N., & Karney, B. R. (2004). Intimate Relationships and the Role of Conflict in Marital Satisfaction. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 86(4), 671-684.

• Stanford Center on Longevity. (2022). Relationship Satisfaction and the Role of Professional Matchmaking Services. Stanford University.

Celebrating 20 Years Of Love and Matchmaking

By Amy Andersen, Founder and CEO of Linx Dating

I recently hosted an incredibly memorable event at the Rosewood Sand Hill Hotel memorializing over two decades of my running Linx Dating.

The Rosewood is particularly symbolic for me as I hosted one of the original private events at the hotel when it opened in 2009. Vanity Fair magazine got wind of the excitement of my Link & Drink and ended up doing a feature on love in Silicon Valley that became a global sensation.

Over 120 members of the Linx network helped me celebrate 20 incredible years of love and matchmaking in Silicon Valley and reminded me how beyond grateful and honored I am to wear the title of Cupid of Silicon Valley.

My small but mighty team Dani Geary and Caroline Novia stood by my side and, collectively, we made our guests feel warm, welcome, and appreciated for how wonderful they are! Our guests networked and made excellent professional connections and, as in true Link & Drink fashion, we witnessed some sparks potentially blossoming into love connections.

As my toast illuminated, it’s hard for me to articulate how deeply meaningful my business is to me. It has been the source of such deep satisfaction to me over the years. But far beyond me, I also wanted to make it clear how grateful I am for your supporting our local community and female run businesses.

Cheers to another 20 years of matchmaking and spreading more love in this world!

I’ve been deeply touched by all the praise and kind words shared after the event. It’s incredibly fulfilling to know that our efforts have resonated with so many and created truly memorable experiences.

"Thank you for hosting in such a beautiful setting, a true pleasure to attend and meeting so many interesting people as well. Wishing you a happy 20th celebration of Linx and with many more successful years to come!"

"Thank you for the invitation to your 20 year anniversary of Linx. You are an inspiration to women business owners and your care, attention, and sincerity are evident in all that you do. I had a lovely time. Thank you again for the invitation and I wish you, and your lovely team much success!” 

“To honor you as you have done so much for us. You are so special to me. A sister from another mister;) I love you and I celebrate all the magic you do in the world. Xoxox” 

"Thank you for hosting in such a beautiful setting, a true pleasure to attend and meeting so many interesting people as well. Wishing you a happy 20th celebration of Linx and with many more successful years to come!"

"Thank you so much for putting on and inviting me to the 20th year anniversary celebration of Linx.  The locale, mix of people, drinks/appetizers/desserts were all amazing.  You were receiving major kudos from everyone regarding your professionalism, kindness, responsiveness and making a difference in people's lives.  Here's to the next 20 years!  :-)"

"Amy - I am really looking forward to being there to celebrate a true success story of American Entrepreneurism! Cheers!!” 

“Dear Amy, Congrats to Linx’s 20th year anniversary! Your vision, hard work, and dedication has brought success and impacted so many lives for the better. We celebrate this milestone with you!” 

“Congrats on everything! Thank you for all you're done for love around the world!” 

“I am so proud of all your accomplishments and be the countless marriages and children that have some about from all you hard work and passion cultivating love in this world.”  

“Congratulations on 20 incredible years! Through your vision, passion, and extraordinary talent, Linx has become a trusted haven where people discover the beauty of deep, meaningful relationships.” 

“You should be very proud of building a maintaining a district, high-end luxury service brand with premium pricing as a TRUE entrepreneur! EXTREME congrats for 20 years!” 

"It was a terrific event and I had the opportunity to meet some interesting people! I also want to give you my congratulations (again) on achieving 20 years of success! I think Linx Dating must literally be a labor of love because in at least one way it is a terrible business proposition - if you do your job well, you will have zero repeat customers! Nevertheless, I saw that you have an enthusiastic fan club so you are clearly doing a lot of things right.” 

"Thanks again for including me in your 20th Anniversary event. It was so lovely interacting with the wonderful community you've created and hearing all the well-deserved accolades. (Talk about an Amy fan club!)  I look forward to seeing you again soon and wish you continued happiness and success ahead.  Sending kudos and big hugs!” 

"It was an absolute pleasure meeting you in person last week at your unforgettable event at the Rosewood Sand Hill Hotel. I am truly honored to have been part of such a special occasion, celebrating over two decades of Linx Dating's remarkable journey.” 

“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with you, your wonderful team, and the extraordinary people you bring together. Your passion for fostering connections and love in Silicon Valley is truly inspiring, and I am so glad you enjoyed my card and gift. The warmth, energy, and genuine care that you, Dani, and Caroline extended to everyone was deeply felt.”

“Thank you for sharing the beautiful picture from the event—it captures the essence of the celebration and the incredible memories we created together. I’m so looking forward to seeing you again at next week’s event and continuing to support your mission of spreading love and connection.” 

In a delightful surprise that left guests buzzing, Monika Spruch of Catwalk Opera graced the stage with a breathtaking performance at our event. Her enchanting voice and stage presence truly made her one of the highlights of the evening!

20 Years of Linx

By Amy Andersen, Founder and CEO of Linx Dating

As we commemorate our 20th successful year in business at Linx Dating. This is a moment to reflect on the incredible journey that has established us as the pre-eminent matchmaker in our space. Over the past two decades, we have had the pleasure and privilege of bringing countless couples together, helping them find meaningful and lasting connections. Our commitment to personalized matchmaking and our deep understanding of human relationships have been the cornerstones of our success.

Linx Dating has always prided itself on blending the art of intuitive matchmaking with the more analytical science of behavioral compatibility. Our meticulous approach involves understanding the unique needs, desires, and values of each individual. Through our bespoke service, we have created an environment where relationships can flourish, and our success stories are a testament to this dedication. From the first consultation “meet and greet”, to the moment our clients find their perfect match, we are with them every step of the way, offering support, guidance, and white glove service. 

As Founder and CEO, I reflect with immense pride on the very early days of having started my business. It all began by reaching out to a few contacts whom I knew aligned with the core Linx brand – dynamic, successful, highly educated, motivated, Bay Area based, and marriage-minded. A matchmaker has nothing to go on without a deep and powerful network. 

These keystone contacts opened up their respective rolodexes by offering me powerful connections to their like-minded single colleagues and friends. Slowly, I began taking all of these new contacts onboard, for free, so I could build a network, try to validate what I was attempting to do (play matchmaker to Silicon Valley’s elite), and build brand awareness and maintain a strong reputation. That was no small feat…those first five years set the entire blueprint for Linx Dating’s DNA. Eventually, prospects offered to compensate me for introductions, so as to get more attention and faster results, and the real business was born.

In the early days, the business was primarily an “offline” business, and all prospects ended up in my files, paying for memberships to be matched to each other. Remarkably, I was working off of index note cards and paper files (truly!) until my advisors finally insisted that I invest in building a database, which I did! 😊 

When the business was about 10 years old, I took a serious look at our trajectory. Though we had been responsible for hundreds of exclusive relationships and dozens of engagements and marriages, we realized we could be better in two key ways and have worked to capitalize accordingly:

1. BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF OUR CLIENTS

The market was telling me that there were really two basic types of clients… one group was very “active,” looking for guaranteed numbers of matches over a set time period and willing to pay accordingly. The other group was more “passive,” not looking to pay for matchmaking services, but willing to accept no guarantees and instead be ready and willing to be matched if they were a fit to be matched to one of my active clients.  

Furthermore, within the realm of active clients, the VIP Membership category was born. For 5-10 of these members per year, Linx began to take on a role similar to a corporate executive recruiter, searching outside its own database to recruit prospects. In fact, now, our primary focus is representing a small elite group of ultra-successful individuals who desire a completely heightened approach to changing the course of their personal lives.

2. BETTER USE OF TECHNOLOGY

Though Linx had been tapping its vast, highly coveted network to search for matches within a database, Linx has recently led the matchmaking industry’s charge into technology via the AI capabilities it has built into the matchmaking process, allowing quick and efficient access to the right prospects buried in its robust database and also to better recruit outside the existing network for new prospects.  

As an example of the latter, Linx has taken a very intentional, unique, and organic approach to social media and use of its website “real estate” by filming fun skits to provide tactical dating tips and approaches for our followers and featuring our VIP member profiles in various pages, spotlights and campaigns to highlight who they are and what they seek in a perfect match.

As a result of these growth initiatives, my business has grown from a small shop out of Silicon Valley to a global brand representing some of the world’s most desirable single men and women, and that has been featured in some of the world’s top media print, video, and audio outlets. I still do not advertise, nor have I relied on that as a way to grow my brand.  

With all of that said, in an industry that has seen rapid changes, Linx has remained steadfast in its mission to create authentic and meaningful connections. While apps and algorithms may facilitate meetings and drive growth, we believe that the human touch is irreplaceable when it comes to true matchmaking. 

The Power of a Strong Network

By Amy Andersen, Founder and CEO of Linx Dating


“Your network is your net worth.” – Porter Gale, author and former VP of Marketing at Virgin America

In the professional world, we often talk about the importance of building a strong network for career growth, new opportunities, and personal development. But, sometimes, the connections we make can lead to something even more extraordinary—finding a life partner.

I recently witnessed a beautiful example of this when two incredible individuals, each with their own goals and dreams, crossed paths through my network.

Several years ago, my friend and fellow matchmaker, Shannon Lundgren of Shannon’s Circle reached out to me, wondering if I had any potential matches for her client Douglas and went on to share his ideal match criteria with me.  

Remarkably, a name popped into my head - Peggy - someone whom I had screened as a prospect many years before, who had really made a lasting impression on me.  I remember sitting on the couch with her, feeling her grace, huge heart, gentle spirit and kindness.  I didn’t even need to do a database search because I knew instantly that she would be the one.

Sure enough, I contacted her, found out she was still single, and we proceeded to make the introduction.

What started as a simple connection, for this extraordinary couple, quickly blossomed into something deeper, and today, they stand side by side as partners in life, having tied the

knot here in the Bay Area this last weekend.

This story is a powerful reminder that our networks are more than just career tools; they are communities of people who can bring unexpected joy and fulfillment into our lives.

I will never forget when Peggy brought me a dancing stuffed birthday bear toy for my newborn baby boy all those years ago, soon after I had given birth. It was a token of her appreciation and cemented a lasting, positive impression.

As the great Maya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

So, to everyone out there building connections, remember—your network might just help you find more than a new job or opportunity. It might help you find the person who will walk beside you on life’s journey. 💍❤️

Client Testimonial: Retired 60-Something Lawyer

Every day, I am reminded of the incredible privilege I have as a matchmaker to work with matters as sensitive and profound as the heart.

It's a journey that requires trust, empathy, and a deep understanding of each person's unique story.

Today, I'm excited to share a heartfelt testimonial from one of our wonderful clients at Linx Dating.

“As an initial matter, it's important to understand my starting point. When you and I first began working together, I was just approaching the first anniversary of my wife's death. We'd been married and in love for more than three decades. I knew I wouldn't be able to build a new life for myself without a partner, but hadn't been on a "date" since the early 1980's. I knew absolutely nothing about how to find a life partner, and heard nothing but horror stories about online dating apps.

Working with you has been an enormous accelerator to my efforts. Beyond the good advice you shared, your referrals to other service providers in your network (e.g., photos and wardrobe building) have proven to be invaluable.

As I write this, I'm now seeing (on an "exclusive" basis) a woman you introduced about 7 months ago. She's warm, smart, interesting, attractive and serious about creating a genuine relationship. Most importantly, I'm happy when I'm with her. It's still too early to know if she's "the one," but I do know that I'd never have met her without your introduction.

Over the last year, you've introduced a substantial number of women. To be sure, some were quite far from a perfect fit. But a surprisingly high percentage were very impressive. Perhaps most importantly, they were all looking for a serious relationship and many had tried-and-quit online dating.

I've had fun/interesting dates with women I'd never have met otherwise.

At this point in my "journey," a key component of my daily personal happiness is the knowledge that, even if things don't work out with the woman I'm currently seeing, you stand ready to make new introductions.

A few words of caution/advice for your prospective clients. Seeking a life partner is pretty much the perfect opposite of purchasing a commodity. You can't get ahead of the curve by doing research, reading reviews and simply being willing to spend money. At the end of the day, you're looking for the "magic" that makes two people enjoy each other's company and live well together. Finding that is, first and foremost, a numbers game. You've got to be willing to meet lots of women . . . and keep an open mind/heart while you're doing so. I've met many women over the last year who would make fantastic friends. But only one woman who seems like a good fit as a romantic partner. Taking into consideration how rare "magic" really is, that shouldn't come as a surprise. Beyond numbers, you must stay focused on what truly matters. Everyone has their "negatives." It's incredibly easy to find reasons to reject a potential partner, and incredibly easy to lose sight of how rare and valuable a "magic" connection is. When the magic strikes, you've got to be ready with an open heart and the willingness to make a relationship work.

I'm very glad we're working together.”