nycityMatchmakingEST. 2011

Michelle Frankel

Founder & Chief Love Officer

Michelle is known for her warm, insightful approach and her ability to see the possibilities in people and relationships. With nearly two decades of experience in luxury matchmaking, she brings thoughtful guidance, personal understanding, and a strategic perspective to helping clients find meaningful, lasting love.

As Founder and Chief Love Officer of NYCity Matchmaking and New Jersey Matchmaking, Michelle leads a boutique firm serving clients in the New York City metro area and nationwide. A former attorney and marketing executive, she blends intuition with skills in strategy, communication, and negotiation to guide each search. Having met her own husband online, she understands firsthand the hope, vulnerability, and perseverance that dating can require.

Michelle holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University and a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. A trusted voice in modern dating, she is frequently featured across television, print, and digital media. Outside of matchmaking, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and black Lab, Buddy—and playing a competitive game of pickleball.

Lauren Egna

Director of Matchmaking

Lauren is known for her warm, intuitive approach and her genuine passion for helping clients find meaningful, lasting relationships. With a natural ability to connect, she quickly understands not just who her clients are—but what will truly make them happy in a partner.

As Director of Matchmaking, Lauren plays a central role in guiding clients through the process with clarity, care, and confidence. She leads initial consultations, develops key partnerships, and works closely with the team to ensure a thoughtful, collaborative approach.

She blends emotional insight with strategic perspective to create highly compatible, lasting matches while delivering a deeply personalized experience. Lauren holds a degree in Social Work from New York University and is a proud mother of four.

Gracie Cashman

Executive Matchmaker

Gracie is known for her warm, intuitive presence and her natural ability to put clients at ease. Thoughtful and perceptive, she quickly understands not just who her clients are—but what they truly need in a partner.

A graduate of Northwestern University, she earned her degree in Theatre with a minor in Psychology—an uncommon combination that shapes her distinctive approach to matchmaking.

Her background sharpens her emotional intelligence and deepens her understanding of relationship dynamics, patterns, and long-term compatibility. Gracie approaches each search with intention, creating thoughtful, well-matched introductions designed to lead to something lasting.

Allison Hirsch

Executive Matchmaker

Allison is known for her strategic, intuitive, and engaging approach, with a natural ability to guide clients with clarity and confidence. She quickly understands not just who her clients are, but how to position them for success in today’s dating landscape.

With over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, and client relationship management, she brings a refined, results-driven perspective to matchmaking. Often described as “quick on her feet,” Allison blends emotional intelligence with real-world strategy to create thoughtful, highly compatible matches.

Her ability to assess alignment and adapt her approach allows her to deliver a highly personalized experience. She holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Maryland and is a wife and mother of two.

April Fletcher

Executive Matchmaker & Membership Manager

April brings over 12 years of experience in professional matchmaking, combining her background in Psychology, with a focus on Marital Therapy, and a natural ability to understand relationship dynamics and long-term compatibility. Warm, intuitive, and highly perceptive, she is passionate about helping clients find meaningful, lasting connections.

With a personalized, client-first approach, April takes the time to understand each client’s values, lifestyle, and relationship goals. She combines strategic recruiting with both traditional and innovative matchmaking methods to identify highly compatible partners and guide clients through today’s dating landscape with confidence.

Throughout her career, April has successfully introduced hundreds of couples, with matches leading to lasting relationships, engagements, and marriages. Her experience, dedication, and genuine passion for bringing people together make her a trusted partner in the search for lasting love.

Sherri Leifert

Executive Matchmaker & Stylist

Sherri is known for her warmth, intuition, and genuine care, creating an experience where clients feel comfortable, supported, and truly understood. With a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach, she naturally puts clients at ease while guiding them through the matchmaking process with clarity and confidence.

With decades of experience in matchmaking and client relations, Sherri brings a relationship-focused perspective to every interaction. She has conducted in-depth consultations, gathered meaningful feedback, and built strong connections with clients—allowing her to create introductions that feel intentional, aligned, and well-suited for long-term compatibility.

Originally from New York and now based in South Florida, Sherri also brings decades of experience in the fashion industry. Her background working with leading brands refined her eye for presentation, confidence, and personal style—an asset that seamlessly enhances her work in matchmaking. She studied Fashion Merchandising at the University of Maryland and is a proud wife and mother of two. She enjoys staying active and engaged—whether exercising, dancing, traveling, or spending time by the water.

Samantha Samwick

Online Dating Strategist

Sammy has helped singles navigate the online dating landscape since 2017, specializing in profile optimization and personalized online dating strategies. A graduate of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, she combines her background in business and communications with a passion for helping people find love.

As an experienced dating strategist, Sammy is a leader in NYCity Matchmaking’s Online Dating Management services, helping clients navigate dating apps with confidence, intention, and a highly personalized, hands-on approach.

Mackenzie Jordan

Community Ambassador

With a background in psychology and experience in sales, recruiting, and client relations, Mackenzie has always been drawn to understanding people and building meaningful connections. Naturally warm and approachable, she enjoys discovering people's unique stories and brings a genuine enthusiasm for expanding the NYCity Matchmaking community.