Nationwide — Forty Plus & Flirty proudly announces Jennifer J. Hayes as the 2025 Summit Speaker of the Year, honoring her nearly three decades of transformative work as a Professional Certified Matchmaker, Dating Coach, and Relationship Practitioner. This recognition celebrates Jennifer’s unwavering commitment to helping singles over 40 cultivate emotional readiness, relational clarity, and sustainable, life-giving love.
As Director of Operations at South Carolina Matchmakers, Jennifer has guided men and women through the often unseen emotional and mental barriers that can quietly sabotage meaningful connection. Her work centers on a powerful, compassionate belief: when individuals heal, grow, and align with their authentic values, they naturally attract relationships that are honest, fulfilling, and enduring.
“Jennifer’s message meets people where they are—without pressure, without judgment, and with deep respect for the courage it takes to hope again,” said Sharon C. Jenkins, Founder of Forty Plus & Flirty. “Her philosophy of ‘Love Big, and Live Big!’ reflects the heart of our community and the kind of emotional safety we strive to create for singles navigating love later in life.”
Jennifer is also the author of Love Big or Be Single, a candid and empowering guide that challenges readers to commit fully to the kind of love they desire—regardless of life stage or past experiences. As a wife and mother, she brings both professional insight and lived wisdom to every conversation, modeling balance, intention, and the belief that lasting love is possible when one is willing to invest in both self and relationship.
The Forty Plus & Flirty Summit is a live-virtual experience designed for singles over 40 who seek clarity, confidence, and compassionate guidance in modern dating. The 2026 program will feature a diverse lineup of matchmakers, coaches, and relationship educators, offering tiered access—from single-session participation to immersive VIP experiences with replays, workbooks, and post-summit community connections. For more information, visit 50plusandflirty.com
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