I just wanted to bring you up to date and explain why I will not be
participating in any events in the near future. >The results from your
soiree were more than I expected. The ladies I met there were, for the
most part, very interesting and at this point I am seeing several of them
on a casual dating basis, but I want to give these the opportunity to
develop should one of the relationships start to firm up. Right now I am
more than delighted with the results and send you a little mental "thank
you" on a more-than-weekly basis.
I just wanted you to see it officially.
Have a grand and glorious weekend.
Alan (
Age 59)
By the way, I referred a bunch of speed daters to your company, Pre-Dating. A bunch of girlfriends of mine found
another company (edited out to protect the 'innocent') and signed up and
since I had talked about how fun and interesting my last Speed Dating
event was, I figured I better put my
money where my mouth was and sign up too, or they might get suspicious.
It was a disaster! They [the nameless company] didn't send out
confirmation emails until the day before. Then the emails said the wrong
city so we didn't know if they had moved it or made a mistake. Then we
found out they moved it. So we get there and they had combined both the
age groups into one super big group. There were 27
year old guys who were mortified to be speed dating with 40 year old
women and 40 year old women who thought talking to a 27 year old guy was a
major waste of time. That's not all. They didn't have a buzzer or
bell. Instead one very mild-mannered man would walk from table to table
whispering "So sorry to interupt... this concludes your speed date.
Please proceed to the table to your right when you are
finished with your conversation." So that created a backlog of guys
loitering around waiting for the next guy to get the message. Then they
announced there were appetizers but never gave us time to take a
break, so the time of going up to get something to eat
came out of your date time. There were probably about 15 dates with no
break!
Instead of a nicely organized sheet of paper for note-taking like your
company offers, it was a small piece of paper where you just
put the numbers or names of the people you liked and your email or phone
number. One of the organizers offered all five of us
girls a free event but we're not sure we want to put ourselves through
that disorganization again.
I told a bunch of people if they wanted to try speed dating
again, to try your events instead because they are far
more organized.
Take care!
Liza
My first experience with 6 minute dating was with you on Wednesday
the 11th. I found it very enjoyable as it's nice to have a captive,
unmarried, female audience. Everyone that I have talked to, both
male and female really liked the experience. I especially am appreciative
as I did a competitor's version on Wednesday evening at Champions,
in Frederick. I liked that you had yours in a quiet, secluded environment.
You were more organized and easier to understand and I like the
methodology of matching much better with yours than with theirs.
The another competitor had 14 women and only 8 men. After the first
8 meetings, we took a break, and then they cancelled the rest. Just
wanted to let you know that your speed dating system is the best.
Thanks....Jim
"I'm in love!!! I had put myself on the waiting list
for the next Clearwater event, but I won't be needing your services
anymore, because it worked the first time around! I almost chickened
out and didn't show up, but am I grateful I changed my mind! Thank
you for helping me "expand my horizons" and experience
the fact that there ARE good guys out there. I am lucky enough to
be falling in love with one of them!!! I am blissfully happy, and
I wanted to let you all know!" -Shannon
"I had a blast last nite! It was so much fun! All the
people were
friendly, upscale, professional & fun to be arouund! I felt
like we were
kids playing "Musical Chairs." - Marlene Age 48
"I wanted to thank you for the event February 14 ( VALENTINE'S
DAY ). I met the most wonderful woman there. We did not even
stay for the whole event. We went out and ended up dancing until
2 AM that night!!! We hit it off great, and saw each other every chance we got. Now we are PLANNING
OUR WEDDING!!! We are getting married on April 16 next year. Thanks
to you we are the happiest people in the world.....Thanks again"
-Tim
"Last night was amazing! (6:20 PM Session 35-45). It would have taken me a year of hanging around in bars to be able
to meet and talk with so many quality women! This is so much better
than Internet or Video dating for the not-so photogenic (such as
myself!) The little bell rings and everybody has to move on, nobody
gets monopolized for the entire evening and I did not need to be
forward or aggressive to get to talk to the women I wanted to talk
to. I was especially impressed by several of the women there and
hope to get to know them a little better.....Unless I start dating
someone seriously in the near future, I can see myself going to
nightclubs a lot less and dating a lot more with your system......Thanks
Pre-Dating!." - Carl
"I just wanted to thank you for creating such a wonderful
event last night. I can't recall a better value for either my
time or money than the Pre-Dating event down in the Gaslamp last
night. Thanks again!" - Christopher
"The men I met were attractive, articulate and professional.
Frankly, before signing up I was a bit nervous about what kinds
of people go to these things but I took a chance and it turned out
they are just busy and don't have time to waste meeting people in
more 'traditional' ways. If things don't work out with my matches
I'll definitely sign up again, it was fun and it works!" -
Jamie, Age 37
"Now my life is complicated! I have several women I
am truly interested in--yet I'm a "one-woman man". I don't know
if any will lead to something serious; if so, I'll let you know.
If not, I may see you at another event. In any case, it's going
to probably take some time for me to learn more about each woman
on my list. It will make the next few months very enjoyable, no
doubt. This was a great way for me--a new arrival in Houston--to
meet good, new people outside of work. Once again, I thank you most
sincerely. " -
"I tried everthing under the sun, including match.com,
club med, church, singles organizations, "great expectatations",
etc, etc., Nothing compares to this...face to face...one on one...no
pressure. And most importantly, I matched with a few beautiful,
intelligent, classy women. " - John, 41
"I would recommend attending a Pre-Dating event to any
busy single person who would like to widen their dating horizons.
It's the perfect way to meet new people in the dating environment
without the awkwardness of having to find a way to say "sorry I'm
not interested" after the first meeting. If you're just not interested
in someone all you have to do is check "no" on the form and there's
no further contact. The great thing is that you're only put in contact
with people who are also interested in you. I got three matches
from the event I attended last week and have a date tomorrow night.
What a great concept!" - Donna, 44
"I was a little concerned before arriving at yesterday's
gathering.This was my first time doing this type of event.
I had such a great time and will do it again if I need to. Over the course of the night, I had
an extremely positive experience. All 14 women that I met were nice and I enjoyed
my six minutes with each. The quality of people that I met was far better
than spending several nights in a smoke-filled bar. The location, flow
and set- up was well thought-out and intimate. It is not like me to thank
people, but this was such a great event. I want you to know that I personally appreciate all of the effort and time that was required. I will
be telling friends about this service.
Thank you again and I look forward to receiving my matches!" -Jim, Chicago IL
"I would just tell people to try it - the worst that
happens is you talk to several people - go out for the evening and
find out a little bit about them - no harm done and you had a nice
night. If you meet some friends or dates, that's even better. "
- LINDA, 26
"The evening was so interesting because of the diversity
of people. I met an airline pilot, a carpenter, a facilities
director, an importer/exporter of coffee, and someone who monitors
NASA's space station. Out of 11 men, there were two that I wanted
to get to know better. I was glad I hadn't spent 11 evenings to
find this out, and I look forward to getting together with the two
who piqued my interest. Thanks for coordinating this event. It is
an excellent way to meet many eligible singles in just one evening!"
- Denise, 39
I had a great time at the Metro in Virginia Beach the other night.
I met people there that I would never have came across in my daily
travels. I was very pleased to see that I made several matches.
I have sent out Emails to make contact, and we'll see where it goes
from there. I was very impressed with how organized it all was.
It must be very satisfying to help people in an area of their life
that can sometimes be the most frustrating! - Patrick, Virginia
Beach
"I met some nice women friends too! " - LAURA,
42
"I was a little skeptical about how this was going to work
out. I ended up having a really great time and meeting incredibly
nice people who had busy schedules like me. I would recommend this
to anyone who doesn't have a lot of time on their hands to meet
quality people." - Maryann, Age 29.
"GUYS: Do yourself a favor and TRY THIS NOW. This is
by far the coolest, fastest, easiest, and most painless way you
will find anywhere to meet quality single professionals. Everyone's
comfortable because you're in a diverse group of people who are
all there for the same reason in a friendly atmosphere with no pressure.
You just mark down privately which people you've met that you'd
like to get to know better. Then your coordinator emails you later
telling you which people felt the same way and how to contact them.
So you don't have to worry about rejecting anyone or feeling rejected.
I'm a busy guy who travels a lot. I was totally over awkward blind
dates, lame singles bars, and online dating. This changed my life.
Even if you aren't looking for the love of your life I guarantee
you will have fun and meet lots of interesting people you'll want
to get to know better." - Brian, 37, Virginia Beach.
"Thanks, I had a great time at my first Pre-Dating meet
last Tuesday. My sister didn't want to go alone so I went along-It
was awesome! We both had a great time and were pleasantly surprised
to meet so many high quality people. I've got a date with one of
my matches next week and I'm telling all my friends to give it a
shot! " - M.H. - Screenwriter
"Very enjoyable.....met some nice people.......and
hope someone that I could hit it off with.!" - Rob, 42
"I enjoyed this event. I got to speak to more eligible
women in one night than I have in over a year. It was a relaxed
atmosphere and I enjoyed talking to everyone. I have already suggested
Pre-Date to all my single friends. I will definately attend another
event." - Bruce, 37
"Pre-Dating was a fun, low-pressure way to meet new people.
Even if you don't make an instant connection...it was still nice
to talk to people in my area. Your staff is professional and organized
and the whole evening ran smoothly. I was truly impressed with the
whole event....and had a lot of fun to boot. Thank You! " -
Laurie, 45
"The only fear is having nothing say. It's harmless
and you leave knowing that there are people out there that lead
interesting lives. It's refreshing! TERIN, 23 " - TERIN, 23
"Thank you for coordinating the Pre-Dating event. Since
my schedule is so busy and being out of the dating scene for such
a long period of time, I just have not had nor attempted to take
the time to meet potential male friends. I don't feel that I would
have been able to meet so many professional males in one location
if not for your services. I really enjoyed the opportunity of meeting
people in a safe and comfortable environment. Thank goodness for
Pre-Dating. Once again thank you. Keep up the good work!!!"
- Angela
"I was very surprised how quickly the time flew by when
talking to the Pre-Dates. Definitely an interesting way to screen
your dates quickly. The best part was that they were not the same
group of people that I see at all the singles parties every week!"
- Debbie, 43
"I had a blast. I have informed several friends who
plan to go as well. For me the event itself was worth the money.
I had so much fun I didn’t feel I would be upset if I didn’t get
a match." - Chris, 31
"This was my first experience at this type of dating event.
I was a bit surprised to find all the men I met were professional,
neatly dressed, very personable and easy to talk to. Honestly, I
expected to find either arrogant or shy and boring men. Glad I gave
it a try!" - Beverly, 48
"I was pleasantly surprised by the caliber of participants.
This was a completely fun and very interesting experience. I will
recommend Pre-Dating to all my single friends." - Pete, 37
"I had a great time. I honestly wasn't quite sure to
expect, would the men be nice, would they be attractive (yes, I
know that is shallow but I did think that). All the men were very
nice, some had better personalities than others. I would HIGHLY
recommend this Pre-Dating to all my single friends, it was fun,
I met some great people and I got a date out of it :)" - Nicole,
32
"I thoroughly enjoyed the "no pressure" atmosphere
and knowing that everyone in attendance was there for the same reason
and that was to meet and possibly find a date." - Rocky, 40
"I came away with a new hope that there are truly nice,
eligible men out there and that they have as much trouble meeting
women as women have meeting men. It was so much fun, my face hurt
from smiling." - Kimberly, 29
"A good way for busy individuals like myself to meet several
people in one setting with no pressure, rejection on either end
or attitude. Everyone is friendly because we're all keeping
scores and at the end of the night the only one who knows if there
was a match is the facilitator. Higly recommend if you're short
on time and tired of low quality dating. " - WAYNE, 32
"It was a fun evening, and a great way to get to talk to
such a wide variety of people with no pressure. Although I didn't
get any matches, it was a good mix of people, and I'm looking forward
to the next Pre-Date event. I highly recommend Pre-Dating to anyone
looking for a fun and easy way to meet singles. " - RICHARD,
30, COMPUTER PROGRAMMER
Pre-Dating
Los AngelesAges
25-35 Pre-Dating
"What a great experience. I was pleasantly surprised
by the high caliber of people who attended. It was a great way to
meet a lot of people in a very short period of time. Five minutes
may not seem like much time, but it actually is enough time to decide
if you want to see the person again. Great concept, and I look forward
to participating again." - Linda, 36
"I had a great time! Everyone was a young professional
and age-matched. It was a very non-intimidating way to meet several
people in one night. " - Joe, physician,39
"Definitely a fun alternative." - SCOTT, 34
"I only had one match that matched me, but that is all
it takes. She is a lot of fun and we are hitting it off great.
It's a great way to meet many people in a short time with out any
committment to any. Thanks for give me a chance at a full life!"
Michael - Vegas
"Well run with high caliber individuals to meet and interact
with. Would definitely do it again." - David
"I honestly cant think of anything that you could do better.
You have a fantastic concept and you execute it well. Keep doing
what you are doing. I think that anyone who actually gives Pre-Dating
a try will be pleasently surprised. Everyone seemed to share this
feeling and the result was a group of individuals fully engaged
in the concept. I was a skeptic, I'm not anymore!" Nick 34,
OC
"I have very little spare time and don't really enjoy going
to the usual bars and clubs to meet new people. My Pre-Dating
experience was perfect in that I met quite a few quality people
in a short amount of time-with no games or wasted time. I will not
hesitate to recommend this to any of my single friends looking to
expand their social circle. " - MONIQUE, 30
"I enjoyed the event very much – it was a new and fun way
of meeting someone. Although I did not get any matches, it did
help me reconfirm the type of woman I am looking for. I will recommend
this event to all of my single friends!" Hector, 35 yrs, financial
planner.
"I found the Pre-Dating event to be an excellent experience.
The event involved people who were interesting, attractive, and
enthusiastic. Most of the participants were very hard working professionals
that simply do not have a lot of time to meet others." Ana
Grace, OC
"This is a fantastic concept. You know within minutes
if you are attracted to someone. Pre-Dating makes it easy for you
to meet many people in a short period of time and determine if you
want to see them again. It alleviates fear of rejection and hurt
feelings because they handle the final contact." - Kathy
"I found the Pre-Dating event to be better than I had expected.
It was well organized, fun and the people were friendly. I would
definitely attend one in the future." - Richard
"I recommend it to every single person to try it. North,
South, East, West, meeting good people is hard but finding them
is even harder. This is the place to find them male or female. "
- Carol, 34
"Pre-Dating was fun. I met several nice guys in a no-pressure
environment. The hosts were great and made the whole event go very
smoothly. " - Kristina, 35
"I am one of those people who is always wondering how and
where to meet quality people. This was the perfect event for
anyone who has ever felt that way. I did not make any matches at
my first event, but it was such a pleasent experience that I felt
it was worth every bit of the money. and I am very sure that I will
meet my match at a follow up event. Thanks for a great time"
- Mike, 38
"It was a great way to meet people even if it is just for
being friends." - Kathy, 39
"This was my first time ever doing something like this
and was extremely hesitant. I wasn't sure what type of crowd
would attend or what to expect. When I arrived, the host was extremely
friendly and calmed my nerves. After the second Pre-Date I was more
relaxed and began having a great time. I met a total of 14 men,
all professional, well groomed men. Everyone was there for the same
reason, to meet new and different people with possibility of dating
or maybe make a new friend that you wouldn't otherwise have met.
It took the pressure of going out to bars and trying to meet men.
I also like the privacy of Pre-Date. No phone numbers are exchanged
unless you match with a person, no last names are used, and you
do not have the embarrassing feeling of rejection if someone doesn't
choose you, its all private. I will be definitely be doing it again!
" - STACEY, 29
"I did receive a match on my first Pre-Date
experience and I only said "yes" to three others. Very
cool concept. I will be going back. - Dan, 42
"It was like a real life version of the TV show The Bachelor,
except it felt like they were competing for me instead!" -
Colleen, 34
"Great idea for busy professionals - provides safe
way to meet new people without having to plan or worry about anything!
" - LAURA, 40
"I went because there was nothing to lose other than an
hour and a half and a nominal fee. I enjoyed myself, had a good
time, and got a match that turned into a very enjoyable date three
days later. Thanks for coming up with a great concept well executed!
" - JIM, 42
"I had a great time. It was fun meeting all the different
types of men. " - ABBY, 27
"This was my first time going and I found the women to
be great and the number of people I met was amazing. I met 13
woman and picked many, all in a little more than 1 hour's time,
and for the price, you can't beat that deal anywhere. I am already
going out on my first date within 48 hours of meeting from the event.
The coordinator did an outstanding job of keeping things going and
it's such a good time that 6 minutes goes by like it was 2. Just
a great way of meeting people that are too busy, such as myself,
to spend hours meeting just 1 person. Here you get many in 1 hour!!
I highly, recommend trying it for yourself." - John, 42
"The most cost effective way to meet quality singles, I've
ever seen!" - Bill, 44
"Very nice event. I got to meet a lot of nice people
in a short amount of time. A great way to identify someone you have
things in common with to increase the odds for a great date. Would
definitely attend another!" - Rebecca, 40
"It was perfect. " - JOAN, 36
"I think you guys did an excellent job !! " -
Laurie, 45
African
American Pre-Dating
"I thought event was extremely professional and the quality
of people 'shocking'. I thought the men and women were beautiful,
excited, and shared similiar interest. Most importantly, everyone
had the 'courage' and 'self-confidence' to attend a singles event
with the hopes of meeting interesting new people." -- Nicole,
Vice President of Software Quality Assurance
"I wasn't sure what to expect and was really surprised
at how much fun I had. I enjoyed meeting everyone and the time
went by too fast. I met a stockbroker, a doctor, a tv news reporter
and several other professional men. I have told several of my friends
and they're looking forward to the next event. It was well worth
the money for an hour and half of fun and meeting different people.
" - Kathy, Paralegal, 45
"The organization of your event is fantastic. Pre-Dating
is a convenient way to meet singles in a relatively short amount
of time. It's another way to open new doors. The hostess was very
warm and friendly. She communicated all issues before the sessions.
She did a very good job. " - Mark, 33
"Just a pleasant time meeting people. " - DAVE,
35
"Ireally enjoyed the opportunity to meet so many men in
one setting. All of the men were successful and attractive.
And the event was lots of fun! " - KISHA, 35
"I had a lot of fun, it's a great way to meet people without
the stress of a club atmosphere and the loud music.You know
they are there to meet other guys/girls, and you have enought time
to find out if you would like to see them again. It a great investment
since in a club you would waste at leat 50 a night for a club and
probably not meet one girl, In this case you pay 26 dollars and
meet up to 10 women that want to talk to you. Great idea.."
Kendrick, 28
"I really enjoy the Pre-Dating format and feel that I have
met quality people by attending the events. " - Jennifer,
33
"I found it very interesting to meet a wide array of people
from different backgrounds and with different points of view."
- Lorrie, Age 40
"Great atmosphere, well orchestrated and fun. My friends
are gonna love it!" - George, 29
"A great way to meet people. I was impressed by the
quality of the ladies in attendance, in both looks and brains! I
will be back! (Unless I hook up with one of my matches first!)"
- Darren, 35
"Six minutes with each person is just enough time figure
out whether you are interested in a date. I would have spent
at least 12 hours with 12 different people and with Pre-Dating it
was condensed into a little over an hour. For any busy professional,
this is the way to go!" - Marketing Manager, 30
"I was really surprised at how much FUN the event was!
The format allows you to learn about people in a way that you never
would in another type of setting. It seemed like everyone was very
comfortable and having a good time. I'd definately recommend this
to anyone who wants to meet more people." - SJ 43
"I had a great time at Pre-Dating, I met several great
guys and even made a few girl friends to top it off. It was
a fun night and I would definitely do it again." Alison, 25
"I talked to 15 guys that night, it was fun and a great
way to meet people - I really enjoyed the night. It's a great
idea!" - Dawn
"I was surprised to see how many professionals there were.
Everyone that I talked to was working a great job and had a good
quality of life... just like me!" Kelly, 27
"I think the event is good because it allows you to meet
people you wouldn't likely meet and it's an inexpensive way to network
and make new friends. I think the DC area is a hard place to
meet single people and this gives you an alternative to the bar
scene." - Lisa, 35
"All relationships are based on the ability to listen,
speak and communicate. Sadly, in our busy lives, single dances
and bars are not effective for anything but staring and making judgements
solely on looks. The Pre-Dating concept is suberb; it provides the
atmosphere to really both talk and listen and forces us to truly
evaluate what we want in a future relationship. It is very appropriate
for those that are truly looking for a close, intimate relationship
with lasting friendship for a lifetime." - Marvin, 51
"It's a fun and safe way to meet single professionals.
" - JIMMIE, 37
"It was very well run and organized. Very professional!
" - LINDA, 26
"Overall I think you guys do a great job! I couldn't do
it any better. " - TONY, 45
"It was great. " - Greg, Lawyer
Ages
50-59 Pre-DatingS.
Florida Pre-Dating
"It was a great experience to meet someone new and possibly
"the one". I would recommend it to others to give it a try.
" - Brian, Age 32
"I have to admit that I was a little hesitant at first
because I wasn't sure of the type of people that would attend.
Every Pre-Date that I met was a college-educated professional, which
was a real plus for me. Some matches were made and I can't wait
to see how they will unfold. " - Karen, Age 33
"I really liked the way the event was run. It was organized
and fun!" - Laurie, Age 38
"I was nervous at first, but after the second "mini-meeting",
I felt much more comfortable. The women were friendly. "
- Al, 41
"I really enjoyed the Pre-Dating event! It was fun
and you really get to meet a lot of different men looking for different
things, so there was a variety - take your pick, that is if they
pick you too! " - Debbie, 44
"Pre-Dating was great. I enjoyed the idea of meeting
new people and hearing them talk. You got to see them and get a
clip of their personality. It is a time saver. Sometimes 6 minutes
can be 5 minutes too much. And then 6 minutes can be very short."
Jennifer, Sales Manager.
"Pre-Dating is, by far, the most time- and cost-effective
way to socialize...in short, a great return on my investment.
For only $24 and 2 hours of my time, I met 13 people and have 3
potential dates!" - Kimberly, African-American Attorney, 34
"It is a great program, very dignified, and appropriate."
- Ann Marie
"For those of us who are tired of having to use one liner
openers to start a conversation at some bar and for the fact ladies
don't like them in the first place then this event is for you.
This is a great way to meet someone with out having to be a BS artist.
You get to ask real questions and everyone there replies with real
answers. All participants are there to meet someone to date. Great
concept. I met several new friends and hopefully one will be my
soul mate. If not at least I have new friends." - Bill, 41
"I had a lot more fun than I thought I would! Plus,
some of the girls got together after the event and had a great time
chatting about the guys we met! " - Stacey, Age 30
"I did meet someone the first time so I am very happy.
I think it is important that you go more than once, because you
never know who you are going to meet. I did go a second time out
of curiosity and I did not match with any one because I did not
feel that I had any thing in common with any one there. But If I
had not meet someone, I would definitely do it again." Cindy
"Pre-Dating is a great way to meet other eligible singles.
" - Sherry, Age 29
"Over the bar scene? Friends suck at match-making?
Take matters into your own hand and try this! " - Jack, 31
"I thought everything was well-organized and the coordinators
were very friendly. " - Karen, 38
"Fun way to meet people that are interested in getting
to know you! " - Mark, Age 30
"I thought the event was well run and a great opportunity
to meet people in an easy and safe situation." - Shelley,
Age 43
"I've been to numerous singles events and have done Internet
dating. I consider Pre-Dating to be the best way to meet women.
Keep up the good work. " - BRIAN, 35
"This was great fun, non-threatening, efficient, and inexpensive!
I'll do it again." - Julia, Age 43
"It is definately worth your money and a good way of meeting
singles than club/bar scenes." - Lorraine, Age 33
"I really didn't know what to expect but it turned out
to be really fun. Most of the people seemed to be quality people.
It's a great way to meet people without too much pressure. I think
it was very well organized. I would recommend to friends. In fact,
I already have! " - Michele, 34
"This was my first event of this type, and I thoroughly
enjoyed it. The girls I met were all high quality, and I am
now in contact with a number of them. Thanks Pre-Dating!" -
Dan, Finance Manager, 27
"Pre-Dating had exceeded my expectations. It was tastefully
done. Once everybody warmed up, the evening zoomed by. Pre-Dating
is a wonderful opportunity to meet professional, very attractive
and articulate men. Out of the 12 or 13 men who attended I matched
up with four, so I'm VERY happy. If you're looking to meet someone
new, even if it's just some one to hang out with for the summer,
Pre-Dating is the place to go. Give it a try, you won't regret it."
- Desiree, Age 37
