Elite Private Search
reviews and complaints

I have been really impressed by the work that Annie has done with me over the past several years. It was so much more than just matchmaking as I have really grown as a person and in relationships because of the time together. It was such a great experience for me working with the agency it has definitely changed who I am for the better and I would recommend not just for those that think they are busy and need support but those that think they just haven't been in able to figure out what they want and need in a life partner.

Tatiana and Zoe were fabulous to work with! They were kind, intentional, and thoughtful with their matches and matched me to who is turning out to probably being the love of my life. Overall, this was SUCH a better and less stressful experience than using apps and time saver. I was so impressed how well they set up a wonderful first date for us - it was delicious and right in between both of our locations. Thank you both so much! I've been sending all of my friends their way without hesitation. Thank you both so much and so endlessly grateful for this company

I am currently having the pleasure of working with Melissa (Cleveland). She is so kind, caring, and honestly a friend to me. She doesn’t make this experience uncomfortable or uneasy. She has made me feel excited to date again... and that there could be a beautiful end to a fairytale between me and whomever I am destined to be with. This is not a dating site where I’ve experienced that men aren’t serious... she listened to what I’m looking for and took the time to find that. As we all know good things come to those who wait. Melissa is definitely an earthly angel.

I do not post reviews; but Mandy’s excellent work is deserving. Mandy makes the process very easy and fun. A bit of a private person, I had not utilized a service like this before. I met Mandy through a friend, and she immediately made me feel comfortable. She introduced me to one of her clients and it was a very positive experience. I was surprised how accurate this match was and it is clear evidence that Mandy had listened to me, worked diligently on my behalf, and is simply very, very good at this. Thank you, Mandy. I enjoy working with you and appreciate all your hard work!

Melissa was wonderful to work with . I felt she fully understood exactly what I was searching for and I why I was single. She reached out to me on facebook just at the right time when I has just about giving up on dating . She has wonderful people and listening skills and made me feel like not all is lost. I loved her comment that " every jar has a lid" . After being single and joining some awful dating websites I have all the confidence that her that i made the right decision in reaching out to her, I am ready to finally meet Mr Right, I would highly recommend her to anyone. Debbie

I interviewed with Renata after hearing about the service from a friend of mine. I didn't know what to expect but thought I'd give it a shot since online dating wasn't working for me at all. I got a call a couple of weeks after and ended up being matched with an amazing guy! He's EXACTLY the type of guy I wanted to meet but was honestly losing hope that would happen for me. So very thankful for the service and for Renata's encouragement/positivity! Amazing service all around! Since the first date Renata set up for us, we've been on several more and are seeing each other exclusively now :)

I have had a truly positive experience working with Melissa at Elite Private Search! Melissa reached out to me to become a potential match for one of her clients. She and I spoke at length about the qualities that I was looking for in a partner. I felt that she really got to know me as a person through the interview process as well as the type of partner I desired. In addition, Melissa is extremely sweet, genuine, and upbeat! Melissa connected me with a great man who I am enjoying getting to know better! I am excited to continue on this journey! I would highly recommend Elite Private Search to anyone searching for his or her soulmate!

I have been in the customer relations industry for over 30 years and can quickly assess other's skills. The first time I spoke with Mandy, it was evident that she was exceptional at her job. Her communication skills reflected her professional and personal style. She had an ability to gain trust quickly which made it easy to open up to her. The questions she asked were direct and got me thinking. I gained personal insights which made it easier for me to move forward with trusting her recommendations. While I was initially concerned that Mandy would introduce me to a quality man, she actually arranged a date that exceeded my expectations.

I have been impressed with the warmth and sensitivity the "date consultants" at Elite have treated me with. The two dates I have been fortunate to go on were with two classy, interesting and nice woman, with whom I enjoyed spending time. Jacquelyne in Washington D.C., and Rachel and others in Denver have been insightful and reassuring. Logistically, these encounters were handled well. This stuff is not easy; and yet with consultants like these, it seems a lot more plausible that there will be someone in my future who I may meet in this safe, intelligent and friendly way, a woman who I hope will become very important to me. Thank you, Michael B

I'm writing this review for matchmaker, Mandy Watson, of the San Francisco Bay area branch of Elite. In all honesty , Mandy is the consummate professional. Very sincere, caring, and totally reliable. She uses all my input into making selections for me. Very good at making positive , but candid suggestions when I ask for her feedback. Totally trustworthy, I just leave all the details to her . Enthusiasm and energy levels are off the charts. She really takes her job seriously and takes a lot of pride in helping me find a great match. If you're considering an Elite membership and are looking in the San Francisco area, insist on Mandy Watson. You won't be disappointed!

MANDY IS THE BEST! I had worked with a previous online matchmaking service with the same results as if I had dated on my own. Then I worked with Mandy from Elite. What a difference! Now I know why it’s called Elite! Besides the wonderful woman Mandy matched me with who is now my girlfriend after 2 months of dating was her meeting in person with me to get a sense of who I was. That makes all the difference in the quality of match Mandy arranges. I was also impressed by her follow up & attention to detail without being intrusive. I have already referred single friends to her & told them to stop wasting their time if they’re serious about finding someone special. 5 stars to Mandy & Elite!

I have known Mandy W for years and I owe her a great deal since she introduced me to my fiance'! It took a while, but he was worth the wait. What I really appreciated about working with Mandy is that she obviously cares so much about her clients. She has a very encouraging and her upbeat personality made me feel comfortable and relaxed during this dating process. She has always made herself available, even on weekends, and I like her pep talks and coaching notes before the dates she set up for me. When I finally met Scott, she told me she had a great feeling about him and she was right! Thank you Mandy for your great matching skills and introducing me to Scott, I appreciate all your hard work on my behalf!

Mandy cares deeply about her clients and goes above and way beyond the call of duty to properly match them using her sensitive, compassionate, and intuitive nature to ensure that they are comfortable with the process, and that the match is right to ensure a positive outcome. Mandy is much more than a match maker, she is a life coach who cares. Mandy provides tools to her clients that last a lifetime. She makes you feel like you are her only client as she works through the matchmaking process in a delicate, overwhelmingly creative yet stable manner. Without a doubt, Mandy is the best at her job but more important, she is a good person striving to be her best in every instance, for every client, for every match. If I could give her more stars, I would. Dan

I have waited a while to post this, but I really want to give credit to Mandy Watson, who introduced me to my husband. I was living in Colorado and really wasn't trying to meet anyone, but she was very persistent and told me I had to meet him when I was on a vacation to SF. I was reluctant since meeting someone who I didn't know didn't sound like a good use of my time, I preferred to meet someone naturally and not be in a forced dating situation. She knew how skeptical I was, so she actually waited until we were both at a party and then invited him and his friend to come join us. When he walked in and she introduced us, I felt something really refreshing, like the feeling I had known him forever even at the first meeting. We ended up seeing each other every day while I was in town and a few months later, I moved to SF and the rest is history. We have two kids, two dogs, and a very happy life. I am so happy and grateful that Mandy didn't take my 'no' for an introduction for an answer. Thank you Mandy from the bottom of my heart! She really is meant for this job and loves what she does.

I honestly can't describe how many ways this company has changed my life. I had the pleasure of working with Renata Sandoval, who made sure to take great care of me throughout my membership. She was always professional and poised but did not lack empathy. I was always impressed and touched by her high level of understanding and attentiveness to what I wanted AND needed. I met several amazing women through this service, each of which I could see we're great matches interviewed with me in mind. Renata led me into an amazing relationship by helping me become a better man first. Through feedback reviews, conversations that I could not have with anyone else in my life given my high-profile position, I learned quirks and characteristics about myself that I could not have realized on my own. Because I gained perspective about myself, I met an amazing woman that I plan to share my life with. I am so thankful for Renata's work, her wisdom, patience, and genuine care. I've dated through other matchmaking companies before working with Elite Private Search--needless to say, they do not even come close in comparison!

I’ve been a member of EPS since 17 Mar 2022 at their Washington DC office. To date, I’d have to give them only 1 star for results. For the near 7 months that I’ve been with them, I’ve been matched with 6 different women. I clearly gave my preferences and even non-preferences on what I was looking for. During the initial phone call, I was told they could find someone for me, and that most likely it would only take 6 months. From there, they expected I’d enter into a long term relationship with a lady, and the whole process would be over. It sounded exactly like a service I was willing to pay for, provided they were telling the truth. The first woman I was matched with, nearly instantly asked to be placed on hold as she got her life together. Not a very impressive start for a very expensive service. The next two women didn’t even match some of the most basic aspects of what I was looking for, and therefore I rejected them. The fourth woman they matched me with, once again, asked to be placed on hold as she got her life together before dating. Not solid conservative values (something that was at the top of the list of qualities I looked for in a lady would might eventually become my wife), as there was clearly no personal responsibility shown until the last possible second in the dating process. The next two women (dates 5 & 6) both flaked on me at the last minute. The 5th asked initially for the date to be made 16 days in the future, then failed to keep that date booked for us. Once EPS notified her of the impending date, she asked that it be pushed back another week or more instead of keeping her word. The 6th never showed up for the date, and was unable to be reached when contacted from the restaurant. As you can see, the idealistic views given by the bulk of the respondents here do not match my personal experiences with EPS. I’m highly disappointed in the services I’ve received to date.

I joined Elite Private Search in December for a year of matchmaking. The process to join was quite extensive. They reached out to me since I was already a member of their less expensive dating service. I was hesitant at first, but the salesperson persistently called me using clever techniques to convince me that they could help me meet men I couldn't find on my own. Eventually, I gave in and paid $*** for the year. They assured me that if at any point they couldn't deliver on their promise of 12 high-quality matches throughout the year, I could cancel and receive a refund for the remaining matches. However, right from the first match, it was clear that their advertising was misleading. The man they paired me with was someone who had previously assaulted me on a date two years ago. I immediately requested to cancel, but in the past eight months, I have only met one man for $***.