In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Victoria Joseph, founder and president of Birds of a Feather Matchmaking, the first certified boutique matchmaking firm specializing in ethically non-monogamous (ENM), open, poly, and swinger-lifestyle relationships. A U.S. Navy veteran, MBA graduate, and certified matchmaker through the Global Love Institute, Victoria shares how her background in military service, business, and community-building led her to create a space for authentic connection outside traditional relationship structures.
The conversation explores Victoria’s highly selective, ethics-driven matchmaking process, including her rigorous vetting, love-clarity sessions, and focus on quality over quantity. She explains how privacy, cybersecurity, and consent are central to her work, why her firm accepts fewer than 12% of applicants, and how she builds trust through education, events, and intentional community-building. Victoria also discusses hosting ENM social events, speed dating, and curated experiences nationwide, offering a thoughtful look at modern relationships, human connection, and building a values-aligned business in a misunderstood niche.
