Lisa Ratner Matchmaking

06/12/2025

🗓One year ago this week, I took the biggest leap of my career—and my heart.

I said goodbye to decades of business attire and boardroom rhythms (but not the lessons learned there!) to pursue something that had been building for years: launching Lisa Ratner Matchmaking & Coaching.

In just 12 months, I've
💟 Helped clients find meaningful connections
💟 Discovered the joy in coaching clients to date with intention
💟 Embraced every twist, challenge, and triumph along the way
💟 And am reminded daily that relationships are Everything

Reflecting on the past year, I’m filled with deep gratitude... for every early client who trusted me to guide their journey, and for each colleague, collaborator, friend, and family member who cheered me on. And a special shout out to my husband & #1 fan, Hoffer, who reminds me daily to keep going and say hi to that cute stranger across the room (or dog park 😉 ).

Here’s to more breakthroughs, growth moments, and love-filled stories. Curious to learn more or know someone intrigued by matchmaking? Let’s chat! 😍

Read more about this first year: https://www.lisaratnermatchmaking.com/blog/one-year-in-cracking-open-a-whole-new-chapter

05/27/2025

Wedding season is upon us… again.

And if you’re riding solo, that invite can stir up a lot of feelings.

It just published a new blog about what it’s like to navigate weddings as a single guest—something I did for many years. At first, the singles table was a blast (flirting over hors d'oeuvres? Yes, please). But as the years went on, it started to feel more like a social penalty box in the back corner of the reception hall.

If you’ve ever cried in the bathroom during a slow song, danced in a third-wheel group hug, or dreamed of bringing a plus-one but didn’t get one—you are not alone.

In the post, I’m sharing a few mindset shifts and practical tips that I wish I had back then. But first, I want to hear from you.

💌 Do you have a singles table story?
💃 Did you meet someone and have a wedding weekend fling?
😭 Feel invisible? Cry in the bathroom? All of the above?

Comment below, message me, or reach out at [email protected] �And if you want to talk, I offer free intro calls—no pressure, just real conversation.�

📅 Book a time here: https://calendly.com/lisaratnermatchmaking/intro-chat-with-lisa?back=1&month=2025-05

Read the blog here: The Dreaded Singles Table → https://www.lisaratnermatchmaking.com/blog/the-dreaded-singles-table

XO,�Lisa

Wedding season is upon us… again. And for those riding solo, that invite can sure stir up some feelings.

05/01/2025

For most of my 30s, I carried a quiet shame about being single—especially at work, where family updates were the currency of connection. 😔

I wish I’d owned my singleness more boldly. It was full of growth, adventure, and self-discovery—and it deserved just as much airtime as weddings and baby showers. 💫

If you’ve ever felt "less than" at work because you're single, I wrote this for you.�You’re not behind. You’re on your own timeline—and it’s beautiful. 🌅

✨ Read the full post here: https://www.lisaratnermatchmaking.com/blog/learning-to-own-my-singleness-at-work

For most of my 30s, I carried a quiet shame about being single. While friends and colleagues were planning weddings, having babies, and coordinating school pickups, I was still swiping, still hoping, still searching. At work, I’d overhear my cubemate on the phone with her husband deciding what's f...

04/25/2025

Hello my FB lovelies... I'd love to see the power of this network, as part of my search strategy for several active matchmaking clients. 🔍💕

If you, or someone you know, might be a compatible match for one of the two profiles below, get in touch via the comments, DM or email: [email protected]. 📲

I'm offering a $75 referral fee if one of your referrals goes on a date with a matchmaking client.💰

SEEKING:

Single MEN in their 60s, 70s, & 80s; they are physically and socially active, live a healthy lifestyle, and are seeking a romantic partner/companion to spend time and experience life with. Ideally based in NYC, DC, or east coast.

Single WOMEN (preferably Jewish or non-religious) btw the ages of 24-35; fit & attractive; fun-loving, smart with a healthy active lifestyle; Close with family and ready for marriage and kids with the right partner; Driven and financially stable with an established career. Ideally based in NYC, DC, or east coast.

Let's make some matches! 💘💘💘

Send a message to learn more

04/11/2025

Happy Friday DMV singles! Last call for $15 advance tix for tonight's special singles bingo event at lostgenbrewing. 🍻
$20 tix at the door.

Grab a friend and join us for a night of good company, conversation, and connection! Hope to see you there! 💘

❌⭕️,
Lisa

The Capital City Showcase

03/24/2025

Lisa Ratner Matchmaking (yours truly) is super excited to team up again with The Capital City Showcase to present a unique singles event (Singles Bingo!)—in honor of a South Korean anti-Valentine's Day holiday that brings singles together to celebrate their unattached status!

I hope you can join us on Friday, April 11, 7:00pm at lostgenbrewing! 🍻💞

Tickets available now via the link below ($15).👇

Grab a single friend, dress in all black (first date attire), show up with an open mind, and be ready to have a blast! You never know who may meet...💘😉

Questions? DM or email: [email protected]

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1297369058779?aff=oddtdtcreator

Lisa Ratner Matchmaking and The Capital City Showcase are teaming up to present a special singles event in honor of "Korean Black Day".

03/21/2025

For years, I believed my life wasn’t truly “whole” because I was single. Society reinforced that message over and over. But looking back, I see how rich my life already was—filled with friendships, adventure, and inner strength. 💪💟

This , I’m celebrating the power of role models who helped me—and so many other women—realize that a happy fulfilling life doesn’t have one definition, or one path to get there. We are enough, exactly as we are. 💛

If you’ve ever struggled with feeling “less than” because of your relationship status, I hope my latest blog offers some encouragement. Let’s talk about it! Read here: https://www.lisaratnermatchmaking.com/blog/the-power-of-role-models-for-single-womennbsp

03/12/2025

First Speed Dating Friday Game Night at Highline RxR in the books! Thank you Bob, bartender Simon, and The Capital City Showcase master of ceremonies, Hunt for helping make the night a success! Can't wait for the next one! 🎟🎲🎯💘♣️♦️♥️♠️🃏

Interested in joining the invite list? https://lisa-ratner-matchmaking.smartmatchapp.com/client/submissionform/17/

02/26/2025

Writing about yourself shouldn’t feel like eating a sour mystery fruit… but sometimes it does. 🍋😣

🤔 Struggling to Talk About Yourself? You’re Not Alone.

This is THE biggest struggle for so many singles. Most people either undersell themselves or sound like everyone else on the dating apps. If you’re stuck on what to say or worried you’re coming across as boring, I’ve got you!

Tip #1: Specificity is everything.

✨ Replace bland, vague answers with prompts that actually spark interest
📸 Choose photos that show your personality—not just your face
💬 Improve your messaging so convos don’t fizzle out

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Stop overthinking—invest 30 minutes and book a Dating App Refresh—because your profile should be working for you, not against you.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/eQ2HeiDq
📖 PLUS: You’ll get my Dating App Refresh Guide for lasting success.


Lisa Ratner

02/24/2025

Throwback to my single days when I thought *this* was a decent (enough) dating profile pic. 😅💀 Blurry? Check. Bad lighting? Check. Cropped far away enough, you’d think I was in witness protection? Check.

Learn from my mistakes, friends—make sure your profile pics are clear, well-lit, and actually show your face. Unless, of course, you’re trying to stay single… then by all means, carry on. 😂

OR... if you know your profile pics need an update—to make you more approachable to attract higher quality matches, book a 30-minute "Dating App Audit & Refresh" session with me: https://calendly.com/info-wr0c/dating-app-refresh-30-min-session-with-lisa

You'll walk away knowing your profile is set up to make the best first impression! 🤩

02/20/2025

I'm hosting my first singles event!

Speed Dating Game Night 🎲 Roll the Dice on Love! (Ages 26-35)

This isn’t your typical singles event—it's Speed Dating Game Night! If you’re tired of boring mixers and awkward small talk, get ready for a night of games, laughs, and real connections.

📅 Date: Friday, March 7th
📍 Location: Highline RxR, 2010 Crystal Drive, Arlington
⏰ Check-in: 7:15 PM | Game On: 7:45 PM

⚡ Tickets are going fast—like a great first date that just flies by. Don’t miss out—grab yours now. (If tickets sell out, don't fret, you'll be invited to the next event.)

👉 Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1246551782939?aff=oddtdtcreator

How It Works:
💬 Start the night with a drink & mingling
🎲 Rotate through speed dating rounds, each featuring a fun game (think: Jenga, UNO, Battleship & more!)
💘 Mark your matches—mutual connections will be shared within 48 hours
🏆 Stick around after for prizes, themed cocktails, and more socializing

I hope to see you there!

Lisa Ratner
Founder & Certified Matchmaker

Highline RxR The Capital City Showcase

Tired of swiping left and right? Show up IRL to meet like-minded singles looking for a fun flirty night to remember!

02/19/2025

What is Goat Bingo (aka Bingoat), you ask? Well, it’s bingo with goats roaming around. And a super silly memorable date nite! 🐐💕

Thanks to Wolfe Yoga and . Maureen Roberts, owner of the Walnut Creek Farm in Salem, VA. We loved every minute of it!

What are some of your unique crazy fun date nite ideas? 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m always looking for suggestions for my matchmaking and coaching clients…