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In the age of technology, dating apps have become the go-to method for finding love. With over 300 million people using dating apps worldwide and 20 million of them using paid features on these apps and services, it’s clear that online dating is a popular option.
However, despite the convenience and accessibility of dating apps, the success rate of finding a long-lasting relationship that ends in marriage remains low with only 14% of online daters getting married. The truth is that finding love can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming experience, yet people often think that dating apps will help them better manage their time without realizing that these apps and the relationships they seek to build from them take just as (if not more) time.
For some people, it can be difficult to navigate the modern dating world, especially for the one-percenters of the world. For those who are looking for a more personalized and effective approach, Kelleher International offers a unique and innovative matchmaking service that has helped countless individuals find their soulmates.
Kelleher International is a boutique matchmaking firm founded in 1986 by Jill Kelleher and is now run by her daughter, Amber Kelleher-Andrews. “My mom started the business because she saw an obvious need,” Kelleher-Andrews shares. “She witnessed firsthand that the top one percenters of the world were way too picky, simply too busy, and most of all desired the discretion that most services at that time couldn’t offer — and that many still do not offer.”
Find love on purpose
One of Kelleher International’s unique features is the highly-personalized approach they take to matchmaking. Unlike dating apps and online platforms, which rely on algorithms and swipes, Kelleher International gets to know each client on a deeper level. “We work similarly to an executive search firm, continuously networking for our clientele. They are dynamic and very selective when it comes to dating. They are not interested in random meet-ups or in settling when it comes to finding love,” share Kelleher-Andrews.
The company’s team of experienced matchmakers conducts in-depth interviews with each client, learning about their personality, values, lifestyle, and relationship goals. This allows them to find compatible matches that align with their clients’ preferences and desires.
“We have the network and experience,” says Amber Kelleher-Andrews, “we’ve been doing this for 35 years. We’ll find that needle in a haystack. It’s the challenge we thrive on.”
Another advantage of Kelleher International’s approach is that they only work with a select group of clients, allowing them to focus on quality over quantity and ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and support throughout the matchmaking process. “Some people are just not ready to commit, even if they think they are,” recognizes Kelleher-Andrews. “It’s our job to make sure they are ready for love. Time is money and we are not in the business to waste time. In fact, it is a huge commodity that we preserve.”
Services that foster love
Kelleher International offers a range of matchmaking services, including traditional, executive, and celebrity matchmaking, coaching, and dating advice, as well as a private members-only social club. Traditional matchmaking is their standard service and is ideal for individuals who are serious about finding a long-term, committed relationship; Executive matchmaking is designed for busy professionals who have limited time to date but still want to find a meaningful connection, while the company’s Celebrity matchmaking service is for high-profile individuals who value privacy and discretion in their personal lives.
Kelleher International’s coaching and consulting services help its clients improve their dating skills and increase their chances of finding love. “Our mission in coaching is to strengthen our members’ abilities to make deeper connections with their partners in order to create stronger relationships and more full and purposeful lives,” remarks Kelleher-Andrews. The services include image consulting, where clients receive guidance on how to present themselves in the best possible light, as well as relationship coaching, where clients receive support and advice on how to navigate the ups and downs of a relationship.
Over the years, Kelleher International has helped countless individuals find love and build meaningful relationships. “Our goal on a daily basis is to assist our clients in finding their dream partner and we start from a very empathetic and dare we say, loving place,” gushes Kelleher-Andrews. Their success stories include couples from all walks of life, from entrepreneurs and executives to artists and musicians. Many of their clients have also shared their positive experiences with the company, praising the personalized attention and support they received throughout the matchmaking process.
For people who are passionate about their work and are extremely successful, finding love and settling down can seem impossible. But with the guidance of Kelleher International, it can also be a rewarding and life-changing journey.
“Everything we do, we do it with love,” shares Kelleher-Andrews. We transform lives through purposeful connection and love, and we feel blessed to be able to do this each and every day.
The search for love is not just about finding a partner; it’s about finding the right partner — someone who shares your values, dreams, and aspirations. Who you choose to spend your life with is the single most important decision you will make.
