ClickCease Master Matchmakers® - Meet the team

Steve Ward

For over 20 years, Master Matchmakers® has provided personal coaching and professional matchmaking for upscale singles seeking meaningful relationships. Founded by JoAnn Ward, the company is now owned and operated by her son Steve Ward out of Palm Beach, Florida. This mother-and-son matchmaking duo gained national acclaim as hosts and executive producers of VH1's Tough Love from 2009-2013. Over six seasons, they transformed the lives of dozens of men and women by helping them find, form and maintain healthy, happy relationships. Their best-selling book Crash Course in Love (Simon & Schuster) and television appearances showcased their thought leadership and area of expertise. With Steven's proprietary technology to prove identity, run background checks, and verify photos, Master Matchmakers now provides personal coaching and professional matchmaking services nationwide.

 

JoAnn is the Founder of Master Matchmakers who is semi-retired and now enjoys just doing what she's always loved to do most; explain how we work. JoAnn’s foundation rests on her passion for uniting desirable singles in rewarding, long-term relationships. A happily married mother of three adult children, and a grandmother of six, JoAnn has enjoyed all the success in love her clientele only dream of. Through her unique approach to matchmaking, she has been able to create hundreds upon hundreds of successful relationships for people of all backgrounds.

 

Matchmaking
Kim DiSilvestro
Chief Operations Officer
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Kim is a graduate of Drexel University with a Bachelor's degree in business with concentrations in marketing and finance. She has been happily married for twenty-four years, has two adult children and knows how much work and commitment is needed through all of life's ups and down to sustain a lasting relationship. Kim has known the Wards for many years and is considered family. "I have always admired the natural instinct that JoAnn and Steven have for matching people so successfully.” In the past fourteen years Kim has worked closely with hundreds of clients to bring them into the committed relationships they have sought after. "I feel so happy to be a part of these matchmaking miracles. I can say with all my heart that I love going to work every day; it's such an adrenaline rush to help people find their soul mates."

Trish Tacilauskas
Matchmaker
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Trish, a native Floridian, earned her degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Florida Atlantic University. For 17 years, she enjoyed a happy marriage and is the proud mother of a wonderful son. However, life took an unexpected turn, leading to divorce and the challenges of re-entering the dating scene. Through personal experience, Trish gained valuable insights into modern dating. She learned that with patience and guidance, it's possible to find love again. Her journey led her to her current partner, Dave, proving that second chances at happiness exist. Today, Trish and Dave live contentedly in Jupiter, Florida. Their home is filled with the joyful presence of their two dogs, Teddy and Jax, as well as their rescue kittens, Lucy and Tina. Trish's story serves as an inspiration, demonstrating that new beginnings can lead to fulfilling relationships and a vibrant life.

Kelly Palumbo
Matchmaker
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Kelly brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal insight to matchmaking. With a degree in Family Management and Community Development from the University of Maryland and years of experience as a Special Education teacher, she has mastered the art of understanding diverse personalities and nurturing meaningful connections.

Three years ago, Kelly discovered her true calling in relationship coaching, where she helps accomplished professionals find lasting love. Her approach is shaped by both professional wisdom and personal experience – as a mother of three, she intimately understands the delicate balance between career ambitions and meaningful relationships.

"There's someone out there who aligns with your values, your lifestyle, and your future," Kelly believes. "Success in love comes from being intentional in your search." Her commitment to authentic matchmaking stems from navigating her own relationship journey, reinforcing her belief that finding true love never requires settling.


Coaching
Tatoya Turner M.Ed
Dating and Relationship Coach
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Tatoya discovered early in life that her passion was motivating people to discover their purpose and empowering them to maximize their potential. During undergrad, she gained valuable experience, serving as a counselor to both women and adolescence at various youth programs and non-profit organizations. She earned her bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice from Rutgers University and a Master of Education in Counseling from Angelo State University.

Tatoya believes that the only way to reach true happiness and success is through the process of self-evaluation and introspection. She knows that the more we understand ourselves, the better chance we have at attracting our perfect match. She enjoys facilitating self-help groups and aims to support people in establishing and maintaining healthy relationships.

Though she will always be a Jersey girl, Tatoya now resides in the greater Atlanta area. There, she cohosts networking events dedicated to women and men who want to improve their love life and develop lifelong relationships. As a Coach with Master Matchmakers, Tatoya looks forward to assisting clients through dating challenges and supporting them through their journey to true love.

Masha Pinsky
Dating and Relationship Coach
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Masha is one of the many success stories of Master Matchmakers. In 2018 she was introduced to her soul mate who she is now happily married to and living with in Palm Beach, Florida. She is forever grateful for her own experience and wants to assist others in finding their true love.

 

Masha speaks seven languages and has had the privilege of living and traveling all over the world. She graduated from The University of Law and The University of Tourism in Slovenia. She always had an immense passion for both health and personal growth, so she went on to earn a certification in Nutrition and a license as a Personal Trainer and Aerobics instructor. To better understand how to motivate others Masha went on to earn a certification as a Master Coach from The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology in the United Kingdom and also studied personally under the world renowned life coach, Tony Robbins. Her life experience, outlook and dedication to personal growth and self-awareness has always enabled her to enable her clients to achieve greater levels of insight and self-actualization.

Jules Price
Dating and Relationship Coach
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Jules has been a personal development coach for 14 years, helping clients achieve success in both business and love. Originally from outside of Washington, D.C, she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Music at Connecticut College, and then moved to New York City for a successful 12-year career as a Broadway singer in musicals and operettas. After relocating to Sarasota, FL with her husband Jeremy, (whom she met online), she started a marketing business which opened up an unexpected worldwide platform for her to voice her down-to-earth, relatable advice. Her coaching style is inspirational, humorous, and practical, which she feels is the best way for people to learn and effect change in their lives. She published her first book in 2010 to help people with relationships in business, and her 2nd book in 2019, which is a humorous book for “Women Only” about dating and relationships called “Don’t Eat the Scraps.” She has been featured numerous times on ABC as a dating expert, as well as on lifestyle websites and dating podcasts. Jules is passionate about helping others to “listen to life,” and get out of their own way.

Stephanie Danielle
Dating and Relationship Coach
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Stephanie Danielle is a highly respected relationship coach and intuitive energy reader with over 20 years of experience guiding high-achieving professionals, including 6- and 7-figure entrepreneurs, Ivy League graduates, and other accomplished individuals. Her background spans everything from teaching ethics at a holistic college to managing a 5,000-member coaching community, establishing her as a thought leader who combines grounded, practical insights with a higher consciousness, including a profound understanding of soul contracts.

A gifted communicator and exceptional listener, Stephanie hears what’s not being said, allowing her to quickly get to the heart of any issue. Known for balancing compassion with honesty, she identifies limiting beliefs, emotional addiction patterns, and karmic relationship cycles, helping clients effortlessly move into their desired relationship reality. Most clients describe a single session with her as the equivalent of years of therapy and often retain her for daily access to her presence and support.

As an advocate for neurodivergence in her community and a relatable mom who embraces the responsibility and privilege of raising good humans, Stephanie brings her values to every aspect of her work. A frequent podcast guest and writer, she offers insights that are both practical and transformative, making her guidance accessible and impactful.

Client Relations
Kristen Quackenbush
Executive Director of Client Relations
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Kristen has worked with Master Matchmakers for well over 15 years and is Executive Director of Client Relations. She is passionate about helping highly selective, like-minded professionals find and keep the love of their life. She has experienced what it is like to be single, and what it takes to navigate the tumultuous waters of the dating scene successfully into a long lasting marriage. She has made it her mission to enlighten successful single professionals that they do not have to settle, and that "needle in the haystack" does exist. Kristen holds a Master’s degree in Education as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and was high school science teacher in the DC area for many years. Kristen is a Key West native and currently resides outside of Sedona, AZ with her husband and 3 children.

Sherry Albert
Client Relations Coordinator
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Sherry puts everyone she meets at ease with her warm, welcoming personality. She excels at providing personal guidance with unwavering encouragement, leading to fulfilling, successful relationships of all kinds. She is a graduate of Tufts University, where she studied Entrepreneurial Leadership, and met her fiancé soon after. Living in Boston, she spent the first four years of her career working with a top restaurant CEO before turning her passion for the matchmaking field into a career. Her experiences have allowed her to hone her natural skills of connecting and understanding people, and nothing gives her greater fulfillment than waking up each day to help people find happy, lifelong relationships. She is thrilled to be part of the Master Matchmakers team, making the journey to find the “love of your life” a joy!

Cindy Pinkus
Client Relations Coordinator
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For over 15 years, Cindy has worked at Master Matchmaker, dedicating her career to helping singles find love. She initially joined the company after reconnecting with its owner, an old friend. Little did she know she would find her own spouse through the service.

Cindy has welcomed countless singles into the service of Master Matchmakers who left as couples, several of whom have married and started families. Having found her own partner through the service, she knows firsthand how life-changing the right match can be. Outside of work, Cindy raised four children as a single mother and ran her own restaurant. She brings empathy, determination, and business skill to her role.

Cindy’s diverse experiences allow her to understand singles from all walks of life. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing two well-matched people fall in love. She feels fortunate to work in such a meaningful field. Having found her own soulmate, Cindy is passionate about guiding others to relationships and happiness. With dedication, she believes love is possible for all.

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