DECATUR HERALD REVIEW -- June 13 -- Speed dating has gained popularity in larger cities and is starting to emerge in Decatur. Jan Gist-Niesman, owner of Just One More, decided she wanted to help singles connect by running speed dating events. "Did you bring your medical records with you?" she asked each man, which seemed to break the ice and got a few chuckles. One attendee said, "if there is no spark (with a woman) the first time, then it won't work." Speed dating was first introduced last summer at Gregory's Grille in Decatur. Unfortunately, more than 30 women showed up and only two men. Scott Jones, organizer, said more mature adults gravitate to the events. "People need a little help meeting each other, especially in this age group (older than 30). We are also an affiliate of Match.com, but people get caught up in that e-mail hell and never make the jump to meeting in person." FULL ARTICLE @ HERALD REVIEW
Mark Brooks: The three big national speed dating companies are #1 Predating (now owned by Cupid.com), #2 Hurrydate (speedating in combination with online dating), #3 8 Minute Dating (Tom Jaffee's service is ripe for acquisition)
