Love on the Go

Laurie sits down today with Carolinas Matchmaker’s Membership Director, Julie Labbe! Julie is committed to helping people identify the real challenges they face in their dating life, set fun and realistic goals, and put programs in place that lead to relationship success.

The two talk about what it’s like to work with the online dating team and some of their success stories. 

Julie Labbe is a respected leader in the matchmaking and coaching industry and is responsible for hundreds of relationships and marriages. She understands the value of a smart and thoughtful dating strategy and is committed to finding the best solution for every individual she meets. She knows that along with the tangible and practical skills needed for dating, women need a proper mindset to date well and attract the love of their life!

Julie and her husband have two college-aged boys and make family and friends a priority. Julie loves to hike, paddleboard and is an avid gardener. She is actively involved in her community and sits on the board of a non-profit that supports urban youth.

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This week, Laurie gets into all things sex with sexologist Michal Naisteter!

Michal Naisteter has a passion for connecting people, fostering healthy relationships, and educating on human sexuality. She's more than just a matchmaker; she's a super-connector. 

Michal earned her Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and a Master of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. With over five years of experience helping clients find loving relationships in Philadelphia, she's dedicated to helping her clients find loving, lasting relationships.

Learn more about Michal at https://michalmatches.com/ 

Follow Michal on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/michalmatches/ 

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To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

Today, Laurie welcomes Dawn Wiggins!

Dawn Wiggins is a Florida-based licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice for the last 15 years. She’s also trained in multiple modalities from EMDR to EFT tapping. She’s the founder of Dawn Wiggins Therapy, with two therapy offices in Boca Raton and Key Largo, serving clients in Palm Beach County and Monroe County, Florida, and providing HIPPA-compliant video online therapy for those who are not able to commute.

She received her masters and specialist degree from the University of Florida, specializing in marriage and family therapy using a systems approach, which teaches the philosophy that when one part of a system changes, the entire system is changed.

Dawn thinks in analogies and will use her understanding of the person sitting in front of her to teach them things in a way they can relate to it, whether it’s cars or sports or movies or nature. As the only child of a roughneck dude (aka, the son he never had), Dawn knows about tools and science and cars and boats. She is a self-proclaimed Jack (Jane) of All Trades, Master of Self … not none.

Learn about Dawn and her work at https://mycoachdawn.com/ 

Follow Dawn on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dawnwiggins/

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To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

Laurie chats with celebrity matchmaker Alessandra Conti about what it’s like matching up the stars! Plus, the two nerd out over Taylor Swift and talk about what successful women seeking successful men need to know.

Alessandra Conti is a Celebrity Matchmaker & Co-Founder of Matchmakers In The City, an old-school, personal Matchmaking firm headquartered in Beverly Hills.  Conti is the Celebrity Matchmaker for shows like NBC’s Access Hollywood, an upcoming show on Bravo, and was a Matchmaker behind 2 seasons of MTV's, Are You The One.  Her dating, relationship, and business advice has been featured on Forbes, Fox News, The New York Times, The LA Times, and more. 

For 11 years, Alessandra has worked with Clients ranging from celebrities to young professionals, and leads a team of 7 Matchmakers responsible for hundreds of marriages.

Learn more about Alessandra at www.matchmakersinthecity.com

Follow Alessandra on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/matchmakeralessandraconti/ 

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To learn more about Laurie and her team, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

This week, Laurie speaks with Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS on the science behind why and how you fall in love! 

Dawn Maslar-Biggie MS is an adjunct biology professor, writer and researcher of the science of love. She is the TEDx speaker on How Your Brain Falls In Love with 5.8 million views and the author of the book Men Chase, Women Choose: The Neuroscience of Meeting, Dating, Losing Your Mind, and Finding True Love (Oct 2016). She has been featured on South Florida Today, in the Miami Herald and on NPR.

Buy her book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Men-Chase-Women-Choose-Neuroscience/dp/0757319254/

Watch her Ted Talk!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyq2Wo4eUDg

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I’m so excited to have Matchmaker Maria back on the podcast! We dig into so many great topics, including… 

• Changes in the online dating app Tinder - your friends and family can play matchmaker
• Talks about what’s important - getting to the 80%
• Getting married at a young age
• Explains her "green theory"
• Changing traditions in dating 

Maria Avgitidis, better known as Matchmaker Maria, is the CEO of Agape Match and the host of the dating and relationship podcast, Ask a Matchmaker. 

A trail blazer in the dating industry, Maria provides an intuitive perspective to help guide singles out of dating fatigue and into fun, happy, and healthy relationships. Maria’s dating advice has been featured on The Washington Post, The NY Times, Today Show, CBS Morning and many other outlets.

Follow Matchmaker Maria on Instagram at http://instagram.com/matchmakermaria 

Check out Ask a Matchmaker podcast on Apple and Spotify

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To learn more about Laurie and how her team can help you find your forever love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

This week, Laurie welcomes fellow matchmaker Ella Scaduto to the podcast! They talk about speed dating, some great flirting techniques, and how specifically men can approach women in the wild! Plus, Ella shares some great tips for opening lines, how to get a phone number, and how to make a great first impression.

Ella is a dynamic force in the world of matchmaking and date coaching. Smoky Mountain Matchmaker was created for one specific purpose in mind, helping Tennesseans find and build the lifelong, authentic, meaningful relationships they deserve. Ella's unwavering dedication extends beyond conventional expectations as she strives to empower singles within the community to navigate the complexities of the dating world. Her efforts have established her as a trusted beacon for singles not only in Tennessee but also beyond, providing a reliable and invaluable resource.

Ella exclusively works with a select group of individuals, ensuring an exquisite boutique experience tailored to their needs. With a remarkable background of nearly a decade in professional matchmaking and date coaching, Ella brings a wealth of expertise to the table. By cultivating strong relationships within her local community and professional network spanning the globe, she offers exceptional service to her esteemed clients.

Read her article about the triangle technique at https://www.yourtango.com/love/triangle-technique-flirt-using-eye-contact 

Follow Ella on Social:

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Today, Laurie chats one on one with YOU about relationships. If you’ve been in, or know someone, who is in a relationship that isn’t reciprocal you know it can be painful. Laurie talks about why this happens, the different types of attachment styles and what you can do for yourself to help you through this situation. How do you retrain your mind and get out of the anxious mindset? This podcast will help you through it!

Laurie Berzack, MSW  has more than a decade of professional matchmaking and coaching experience. She started Carolinas Matchmaker with the goal of helping her clients find the genuine, lifelong partnerships they deserve. Laurie has hand-selected a talented team and grown Carolinas Matchmaker into a trusted resource for singles in the Carolinas and beyond.

Laurie intentionally works with only a handful of clients at a time to ensure white glove care and attention. She is a founding member of the international Matchmakers Alliance. Laurie and her clients have enjoyed stunning success, with 4 out of 5 finding lasting love as a result of becoming a client.

Media outlets routinely seek out Laurie’s expertise. She has been featured in international and national outlets including U.S. News & World Report, O, The Oprah Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Bustle, POPSUGAR and Romper; and local media including The Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Magazine, Today’s Charlotte Woman, SouthPark Magazine, South Charlotte Weekly, Ballantyne Magazine, WFAE’s Charlotte Talks, and Charlotte’s FOX, CBS and NBC television affiliates.

In 2016 Laurie created the pioneering Philanthrodating™ series as a way of giving back to local nonprofits while giving community-minded singles a chance to meet people with the same values. The trailblazing series has raised more than $20,000 for local nonprofits in less than three years.

Laurie earned a master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Community Organization from Wurzweiler School of Social Work, a division of Yeshiva University in New York, NY. Prior to Wurzweiler she received a BA in English and Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA.

Laurie has been happily married for more than 28 years and has two sons. The happiness she finds in her family life is what she wishes for all of her clients, and it’s what drives her passion for matchmaking and relationship coaching.

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To learn more about Laurie and how her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com

This week, Laurie talks with social media maven Meredith Dean on how your social media presence is connected to your dating life!

Meredith Dean is a digital branding & career consultant, community builder, travel & lifestyle content creator (3 million + impressions on social media), university educator, former journalist, and speaker & entrepreneur focused on DEI initiatives. 

She's the CEO and Founder of The Dean's List, a digital branding & career consulting firm that has helped over 350 clients around the world level up their personal brand through online portfolios, social media coaching & workshops, career counseling & more. Some of her high-profile clients include Miss America, Netflix stars, OWN actors, CNN journalists, NFL reporters, and Bachelor contestants. Dean's extensive journalism background working for CNN, Fox, CBS, and Ryan Seacrest Studios has made her a powerful content creator & bridge builder with diverse audiences. She has collaborated with Google Travel, YouTube Shorts, the Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Hornets, AC Hotels, W Hotel in Costa Rica, and Bumble. Most importantly, her uplifting culture stands on the core values of collaboration, the celebration of diversity, and human empowerment – seen through her signature events the 20 Under 20 Awards for youth, International Retreat Meetups, and Dean’s List Dinners.

Donate to Habitat Aid Initiative at https://www.habitataid.org/ 

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Learn more at http://www.thedeanslist.me and http://www.meredithdean.com 

Follow Meredith on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/merenator/ 

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To learn more about how Laurie and her team can help you find the love of your life, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com 

This week, Laurie is joined by Tony Smith, the Founder, Owner and Cupid for Denver’s Cupid: Colorado’s Gay Matchmaker! 

Denver’s Cupid is the only LGBTQ Matchmaking Service in Colorado and one of only a few in the USA. Tony specializes in “The Art of Matchmaking and the Power of Connection” via personal, private and boutique matchmaking along with social and speed dating events. Tony is a 20+ year resident of Denver and along with making connections, other specialties are event production, civic navigation, marketing and PR. 

Tony resigned from his 18-year career with Cherry Creek Arts Festival to run for Denver City Council in 2019, where his campaign theme of ‘connection’ lead to his inspiration for creating Denver’s Cupid. He continues to serve the community via boards and Commissions including his current Denver Mayoral appointment to the Commission on Aging and formerly the Commission on Cultural Affairs, Parks and Rec Advisory Board, LGBT Commission, the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival, the Colorado Gay Volleyball Association and the Federation of Gay Games. 

Tony and his husband of 20 years live in Congress Park and believe “Everyone Deserves Love.”

Donate to The Center on Colfax at https://lgbtqcolorado.org 

Follow Tony on Social Media…

https://instagram.com/denverscupid 

https://facebook.com/denversupid 

https://linqapp.com/r_tony_smith 

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To learn more about Laurie and how her team can help you find love, visit http://carolinasmatchmaker.com