Joy Nordenstrom

Joy Nordenstrom is the Founder and CEO of Joy of Romance, Inc., a company she established in April 2007 and continues to lead in the San Francisco Bay Area.1 As a science-based relationship expert, elite matchmaker, author, and public speaker, Nordenstrom combines her personal and professional experiences to help individuals create and maintain fulfilling relationships.1

Background and Education

Joy Nordenstrom holds multiple degrees from Mills College in Oakland:

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a double major in Communications and Business Economics
• Minor in Psychology and Studio Art
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Entrepreneurship1

She is also a certified matchmaker, having received her certification from the Matchmaking and Behavioral Science Institute in New York City.1

Professional Experience

Prior to founding Joy of Romance, Inc., Nordenstrom gained diverse experience in various industries:

• COO at Tarpan Studios, Inc. (1999-2005), where she managed operations for an entertainment company working with high-level musicians and artists1
• Consultant for ArtistOne (1997-1999)
• Traffic Coordinator and Office Manager at Kirshenbaum Communications (1995-1997)1

Joy of Romance, Inc.

Nordenstrom's company, Joy of Romance, Inc., offers a range of services designed to help individuals and couples improve their relationships.2 These services include:

• One-on-one mentoring
• Training programs
• Event and vacation planning
• Love story preservation and documentation
• Public speaking engagements
• Writing for both single individuals and those in relationships1

Her approach combines scientific research with practical relationship advice, aiming to provide a more comprehensive solution than traditional therapy or religious-based counseling.2

Personal Life and Future Plans

Joy Nordenstrom is married and lives in Marin County with her husband and son, also serving as a stepmother to three children.2 She has plans to expand her business by launching a new enterprise called Intelligent Love, which aims to teach emotional intelligence in relationships through a gamified approach.2