Retired 60-something Lawyer

“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.”

Retired 60-something corporate executive in San Francisco

"I am writing to tell you that (name omitted) and I are in a committed, exclusive relationship! She is the love of my life! I am as smitten today as I was on our first date in January. Only now I know that much more about her and have fallen in love with this spectacular woman! She is adding so much to my life!

I have met her children and am off to a good start with them. We just returned from a fabulous one-week vacation and enjoyed every minute of our time together! She has invited me to join her later this month, with her family and friends, at her treasured vacation home. And we have a long list of things to share into the future.

We have agreed that we are perfect for each other – always comfortable together, discussing everything openly (including the hard stuff) and supporting each other during these times of change. 

She is such a caring person, empathetic, listens so well, is flexible and accommodating. Yet she is also strong and voices her feelings and opinions to me. She is a hard worker devoted to her family, career development and charitable interests. So fun to be around such a motivated, interesting woman!

I want to thank you again for introducing me to her. You certainly saved your best client for me! Amy, thanks again for your very caring and professional support on this journey! I am very grateful to have her in my life! You’ve changed my life!” 

FORMER VIP - 50 SOMETHING RETIRED MALE, TECHNOLOGY EXECUTIVE AND ENTREPRENEUR LIVING IN THE SOUTH BAY

ENGAGED FALL 2011, MARRIED MARCH 2012

"I'm a former VIP client who had a very successful career in technology and now, with children out of the house and being retired, it became time to focus on finding the right life partner. I was introduced to Amy a year ago from a referral through a friend. The idea of online dating made me extremely hesitant - I was very worried about privacy. I was also looking for a solution to increase the odds of being matched to women who were more tailored to me than random online results. 

As a 50 something Silicon Valley guy who had never worked with a professional matchmaker, I'll admit to being skeptical at first about how a service like Linx might actually work out for me. Amy took the time to calm my concerns and explained that this is a thorough process not only to reflect on yourself but really to think about who you desire in a match. While unfamiliar with how the Linx Dating approach might work, I jumped in as a VIP because I wanted the maximum attention and additional support services associated with a Linx VIP. 

As a VIP, I wanted Amy to be looking out for me and potentially be recruiting candidates who were not current clients on my behalf. Amy orchestrated a sophisticated week-long series of interviews in the presidential suite at the Rosewood Sand Hill where her team interviewed qualified candidates. The stage was set, now it was a matter of placing my trust in Amy to figure out who I should meet based on those in-person meetings. 

I can definitely say, our paths wouldn't have crossed without the help of Amy considering that we were living some 50 miles apart, with different social networks, and two different lives doing our own things day-to-day. 

When I met her, our connection was almost instant, as if we'd been introduced by a good friend. Our relationship blossomed very quickly, getting engaged after 4 months, and our wedding shortly thereafter. We both feel that we're each other's soul mate and the connection is so pure, honest, and deep - I didn't know that was possible to experience. 

You really can't put a price on finding the love of your life where each day gets better and better. We like to call Amy our angel for bringing us together. If part of your journey in life includes trying to find someone who is your soul mate, place your trust in the accomplished hands of Amy to increase your chances of meeting your match."