Rethinking Relationships
Thousands of people come to me each year for insights about the future of dating, relationships, careers, and personal development.
Want to join them?
MEET STEVE DEAN
ONLINE DATING CONSULTANT & SPEAKER
Hi, I'm Steve. On a daily basis, people ask me for advice on everything from dating, to job hunting, to personal development, to intimacy. Creating deep, authentic connections and opening up new opportunities to people and their businesses is what I do. It’s what I live for.
I host workshops, salons, dinners, meetups, and coworking sessions nearly every night of the week across multiple cities in order to bring people together from all over the world to share their stories and build new friendships, startups, and movements.
Consulting Services
Serving both individuals and dating companies since 2011.
Testimonials
“Steve ‘gets’ people. He has an intuitive ability to understand and appreciate others’ perceptions and expectations of the world even if their values and interests differ from his own. Steve also has a particular way of looking at systems and instinctively identifying how they could be made more efficient and effective. I’ve worked alongside him for two years and he’s one of the most creative and resourceful people I know.”
~ Serra Kornfilt
"Steve is one of the most well-connected people I know. I can rely on him for domestic and international connections as well as innovative ideas around online community-building and an intuitive ability to connect likeminded professionals. If I want a close, personal connection, I turn to Steve and he always points me in the right direction."
~ Damian Tew
"I usually try to quickly meet dozens or even hundreds of people at conferences and I'm focused on finding the best of the best. Steve is one of the most energetic, thoughtful, kind, nice and product savvy people I know in the social networking and dating space."
~ Vincenzo Belpiede
Past Work
iDate Dating Industry Conference
Conference Speaker, 2014-Present
Keynote sessions on mobile strategy, product innovation, and competitive landscapes across the dating and social networking categories.
Courtland Brooks
Special advisor & mobile expert, 2013-Present
I partner up with the world's leading online dating consultancy to advise internet dating companies & service providers on industry best practices, competitive strategy, business development, new product features, and talent sourcing.
Coffee Meets Bagel
Guest blogger, 2012
OkCupid
Product Advisor, 2011-2012
Performed an in-depth analysis of competing companies, assessed their potential for expansion in the U.S. market, and devised innovative approaches for maintaining a competitive edge; explored partnerships with NYC-based venues to develop engaging user events and outings
100+ individual workshops
2011-Present
Clients include all ages, races, gender identities. LGBTQ-friendly
What Makes Dating So Difficult?
I get it. Dating is complicated.
You've got profiles, photos, messages, outfits, date spots, texting, missed signals, flaking, ghosting, pheromones, body language.
BUT...
You also have me,
a dating consultant!
Each week, I post new
articles, resources, and
videos to my supporters
on Patreon.
Let's be friends with benefits.
Hire me to speak at your next event
Areas of expertise include:
• Quantified Self
To inquire further, use the contact form below.
iDate LA 2016 - Creating a Mobile Dating Strategy
Find my latest writings on Medium.
Modern Connection Podcast
For my entire life, I've sought to discover the most impactful methods for how we can better connect with one another.
In this podcast, I interview:
• experts and specialists in the art and science of human connection, psychology, and personal development
• individuals and experimentalists who want to put the experts' wisdom into practice live on air
• founders of apps, businesses, and social movements that scale human connection, trust, and friendship around the world
Are you more of a visual learner?
I've launched a video series to discuss dating and communication challenges.
Subscribe to my Inflection Points youtube channel to stay updated!
Inflection Points Episode 1
How We Set Ourselves Up for Infidelity
Want to see more content? I made a step-by-step guide to online dating for you!
It's free. Enjoy!
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