The 6-Month Matchmaker Certification Program for Established Matchmakers & Entrepreneurs

A six-month professional accelerator designed for experienced matchmakers and aspiring matchmakers with prior entrepreneurial experience who want structure, accountability, and advanced strategies to build consistent growth — and now, the opportunity to become an LPMA Certified Matchmaker.

Meghan Novinski, LPMA Sales Trainer, on the right, with LPMA alumni students at the Matchmaker Alliance Conference.
Meghan Novinski Sales Trainer on the right and the rest are alumni students at the Matchmaker Alliance conference.

Note: To protect their market position, no two matchmakers with the same target market are admitted into the same cohort.

About the Program

The Love Pro Mastermind Academy Matchmaker Mastermind is a 6-month, high-impact certification program designed for professionals with business experience in matchmaking or other entrepreneurial fields, ready to build or refine a sustainable, ethical matchmaking company.

Participants receive personalized guidance, accountability, and collaborative support while aligning their business with industry standards and compliance best practices.

Enrollment is by acceptance only to maintain a focused, results-driven learning environment.

What You’ll Gain

  • LPMA Certified Matchmaker credential upon successful completion

  • A refined or newly structured matchmaking business model

  • Guidance to build your Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Proven systems for client acquisition, onboarding, and retention

  • Tools to track KPIs and measure consistent revenue growth

  • Live hot seats for tailored feedback and crowdsourced problem-solving

  • Ongoing access to the LPMA Training Vault and community

  • Alignment with the IMCB Code of Conduct and compliance best practices

Format and Schedule

  • Duration: 6 months

  • Sessions: Live every other week on Zoom

  • Length: 90 minutes (60 minutes instruction + 30 minutes Q&A)

  • Format: Collaborative mastermind with instruction, peer learning, and accountability hot seats

  • Homework: Business milestone submissions through the GRGL portal

 

Application Process

Because this program is offered by acceptance only, applicants must:

  1. Submit a short application describing their background and goals.

  2. Complete an interview or strategy call.

  3. Receive an official acceptance notice before enrollment.

Only accepted applicants receive the private registration link.

Who is this for?

Established matchmakers seeking to refine systems and scale sustainably.

Aspiring matchmakers with prior business experience who are ready to launch quickly.

Entrepreneurs (practitioners, dating coaches, therapists, or consultants) expanding into professional matchmaking.

What You'll Work On

  • Marketing & sales strategies that convert
  • Hot lead list management and tracking
  • Client proposals and presentations
  • Client workflow design
  • Systems & automation
  • SOPs and Operations Manual development
  • Matchmaker’s business routine
Duration

6-Months or 12 sessions

Bi-weekly 90-minute live sessions

Business implementation tasks to track measurable progress

We strongly encourage live attendance with the instructor for the best learning experience. However, we understand that life happens. You can catch the replay and all related materials anytime in the GRGL Portal’s Learning Management System (LMS).

Hot seat crowdsourcing and peer collaboration on projects, clients, and events.

The LPMA Advantage

Rolling Enrollment join now

Proven framework not just theory

Bi-weekly accountability

Accountability with Purpose

Every mastermind member commits to showing up fully — for themselves and for a greater cause.

For each missed business implementation task, students pledge a small donation to Atlas Free, an international organization fighting human trafficking.

At the end of each cohort, those funds are sent directly to Atlas Free — turning accountability into impact and aligning your success with a meaningful mission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply if I haven’t worked as a matchmaker before?

Yes—entrepreneurs with relevant business experience are welcome. This program provides the structure, tools, and certification needed to transition successfully into matchmaking.

Is this a certification program?

Yes — as of October 2025, the Love Pro Mastermind operates as a professional accelerator designed for active or emerging matchmakers who want to refine their systems, strengthen business foundations, and create consistent income.

Earn Your LPMA Matchmaker Certification

At the conclusion of the program, participants who meet the established criteria may qualify to earn the LPMA Certified Matchmaker designation — a mark of excellence recognized across the industry.

To be eligible for certification, participants must:

  • Operate a fully established business ready to accept clients.

  • Pass a comprehensive final exam with a score of 80% or higher.

  • Demonstrate proficiency in business systems, client processes, and adherence to ethical standards.

Certified graduates receive:

  • A Certificate of Completion, and

  • An official LPMA Certified Matchmaker Seal to display on their website — signaling credibility, professionalism, and trust to clients.

How is this different from the one-year certification?

The one-year program is for new matchmakers starting from zero. The 6-month Mastermind is for established professionals seeking certification and business mastery.

How is this different from other group calls or coaching?

Unlike generic coaching or open calls, this mastermind combines expert-led instruction with small-group accountability and admission with no market overlap. You’re not just listening in—you’re actively engaged and supported in applying what you learn.

What are the business implementation tasks (aka homework)?

These aren’t busywork or academic exercises. Each task is designed to move your business forward, whether that’s refining your pricing, creating proposals, or setting up systems. You leave each session with actionable steps that directly strengthen your company.

How much time will I need to commit?

Plan for 3–5 hours per week, including the biweekly live session, homework assignments, and implementation in your business.

What happens if I miss a session?

All sessions are recorded and available in the GRGL student portal, allowing you to catch up at your own pace.

What if another matchmaker from my market applies?

To protect your market position, we only accept one matchmaker per geographic market into each mastermind cohort.

I’m a dating coach or therapist. Is this program right for me?

Absolutely. Many licensed professionals and coaches join the Mastermind to integrate matchmaking into their existing practices. The program provides the structure, ethical framework, and systems training needed to launch or expand this service confidently.

Can I defer my start date if accepted?

Yes, accepted applicants may defer to a later cohort if space allows.

Ready to Scale Your Matchmaking Business?

Join the Love Pro Mastermind Academy — where matchmakers are not just trained, they’re transformed.

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Arlene Washburn teaching in a classroom at the Love Pro Mastermind Academy

Program Participation & Continuity Snapshot

program completion rate 100%
Began with a Business 65%
Now in business 87%

Choose Your Certification Path

  • ♦ 6-Month Mastermind Certification (Experienced Track)
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  • ♦ 12-Month Matchmaker Certification (Foundational Track)

Key LPMA Program Features

What Makes the LPMA Program Different

LPMA is a live, done-with-you professional training program, not a DIY or self-paced course. Instruction is delivered in real time with active participation, implementation, and instructor review. Attendance alone is not sufficient for certification. Participants must complete required homework, demonstrate implementation, and pass a final exam with a score of 80% or higher. Certification includes review of pricing structure, marketing foundation, and core business documentation to confirm readiness to work with clients responsibly. Enrollment is rolling to support professionals entering at different stages. While Continuing Matchmaker Education (CME) is encouraged, LPMA does not charge recertification fees or require periodic recertification.

6-Month Mastermind Certification (Experienced Track)

Who this is for:

  • Existing matchmakers
  • Established entrepreneurs entering matchmaking
  • Professionals with operational experience
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Who this is not for:

  • First-time founders
  • People without a defined business structure
  • Anyone not ready to work with clients now
Matchmaker on the phone speaking to a client.

12-Month Matchmaker Certification (Foundational Track)

First 6 Months

  • Company creation

  • Structure, pricing, compliance, positioning

  • No client work required

 

Second 6 Months

  • Client work begins

  • Live support while working with real clients

  • Still inside the program while practicing

LPMA Students in a classroom conversing about training

Not Sure Where You Belong? Start Here.

Working with LPMA means live, done-with-you training with required implementation, feedback, and accountability. Students also receive free monthly Q&A sessions, ongoing insights through the weekly Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, and continued guidance via the monthly newsletter, ensuring support extends beyond the classroom.


Enrollment is by acceptance only to maintain a focused, results-driven learning environment.

What You’ll Gain

 

    • ◘ LPMA Certified Matchmaker credential upon successful program completion and meeting certification requirements

    • ◘ A structured, professional matchmaking business model, newly built or refined

    • ◘ Guided development of your Operations Manual and core Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • ◘ Documented systems for client acquisition, onboarding, and ongoing client management

    • ◘ Practical tools to track KPIs, capacity, and business performance over time

    • ◘ Live hot seats and implementation reviews for tailored feedback and peer-supported problem solving

    • ◘ Ongoing access to the LPMA Training Vault, plus free monthly live Q&A sessions

    • ◘ Continued professional insight through the weekly Matchmaker Mentor Podcast and monthly On the Radar: Business Intelligence Brief

    • ◘ Ethics and compliance alignment guided by the International Matchmaking Compliance Board Code of Conduct and best-practice frameworks

Format & Schedule

 

  • ◘ Duration: 6 or 12 months, depending on program

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  • ◘ Sessions: Live, every other week on Zoom

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  • ◘ Session Length: 90 minutes

    • ◘ 60 minutes of structured instruction

    • ◘ 30 minutes of live Q&A, hot seats, and implementation review

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  • ◘ Program Format: Collaborative mastermind combining expert instruction, peer learning, and accountability

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  • ◘ Implementation Requirements: Business milestone homework submitted through the GRGL portal for review and feedback

Enrollment 


Enrollment is selective to ensure alignment and readiness.


To apply, interested candidates must:

    • ◘ Submit a brief application outlining background, experience, and professional goals

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    • ◘ Book a call to discuss fit and program placement.
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    • ◘ If approved, receive an official acceptance notice prior to enrollment.
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    • ◘ Completing the form and booking a call does not guarantee acceptance.

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    • ◘ Rolling enrollment so you can join when you’re ready

LPMA provides education, structure, and professional guidance. Certification reflects participation, implementation, and demonstrated readiness. Business outcomes vary and are not guaranteed.