Interview with Jewish Matchmaker Shoshanna Rikon

Shoshanna Rikon is the founder of Shoshanna's Matches. A native New Yorker with a degree in advertising, Shoshanna is extremely visual, creative and aware of how difficult it can sometimes be to find the right soul mate in New York City. Shoshanna's zest for life and the joy that she derives from making people happy have led her to devote herself completely to building an unparalleled service for Jewish professionals seeking romance and love. Ms. Rikon prides herself on the numerous happy matches and marriages she has made over the years. Her upbeat personality, intuitive nature and industry-leading matchmaking process all contribute to Shoshanna's high rate of success in finding her clients successful matches. Shoshanna offers a very personal and hands-on approach to her matchmaking service. Shoshanna is personally responsible for every single match! After you fill out a preliminary questionnaire, she will consult with you privately in her office. Shoshanna will find out exactly who and what you are looking for in a life partner, romantic counterpart and best friend. Shoshanna will work closely with you to determine what values, attributes and interests are most important to you in a potential match...then she will do everything she can to help you meet that person who will make your heart sing!

We recently interviewed Shoshanna to find out a little bit more about matchmaking and how she can help single people:

What is matchmaking, and how can it help single people?
To put it simply, matchmaking is the art and science of introducing singles to compatible men and women by considering their preferences in terms of criteria which can include, but are not limited to, lifestyle, personality, appearance, education, occupation, family, and location.

How long have you been in the matchmaking business?
I have worked as a Jewish matchmaker for ten years.

What type of people usually seek your services?
Non-Observant, Reform, Conservative, Conservadox, and Modern Orthodox Jewish singles of all ages who are educated professionals looking to find serious relationships and/or marriage with the help of a traditional Jewish matchmaker.

What is your success rate like? Any marriages?
After ten years in the business, I have more than 200 marriages to my credit.

How is your matchmaking service different from the online dating sites?
Shoshanna’s Matches provides singles with a greater chance of finding someone that they are truly compatible with, as I personally meet all members and screen potential candidates for them. This personal touch combined with my intuition provides my clients with confidence in my ability to help them find love.