BOLD JOURNEY – Andrea McGinty is a pioneer in the dating industry, best known for founding It’s Just Lunch in 1990 with just $3K. The idea was born after her own heartbreak – her fiancé called off their wedding two days before the ceremony – when she realized there was no professional way to meet great partners. Inspired by executive recruiters, she built a matchmaking service that grew to 110 locations worldwide and was responsible for ~10K marriages. She sold the company at its peak in 2010, choosing an offer from a Private Equity firm over Match.com. Afterward, she launched 33,000 Dates, a modern dating consultancy for the over-45 crowd, focusing on helping clients navigate online dating with strategy and confidence. In February 2025, she released her book, “2nd Acts: Winning Strategies for Dating Over 50”, a step-by-step manual designed like a business plan for one’s love life. She continues to coach clients, speak publicly, and appear on podcasts, with over 65% of her clients currently in relationships.
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