In 2020, we found ourselves spending hours messaging people on dating apps, only to finally meet in person and realize that we didn’t have chemistry (if we even got to an in-person meeting!) As ambitious, career-driven women with active social lives, we didn’t have time to waste swiping and messaging for such little return. 

We knew that the online dating world was packed with options, but no matter where we looked, we couldn’t find a dating app that allowed us to quickly meet someone else in a safe, authentic way. So we created Approach!

We launched in St. Louis, Missouri in the fall of 2021, and we now have over 60 partner businesses from a variety of establishments–bars, restaurants, bookstore coffee shops, comic book lounges, and even a yoga studio! 

We are so grateful for all of the individuals and businesses that have supported us through this journey. Entrepreneurship is a roller coaster, and the St. Louis community has shown up to support Approach.

We look forward to helping you find your person, in person. 

Approach empowers users to connect authentically by bridging the gap between online dating and meeting in person. We connect people so that they can find their person, in person safely and genuinely while supporting local. ​

Authenticity

Aligning values, ideals and actions in every connection

Empowerment

Inspiring people to step outside their comfort zone to make authentic connections with others

Connection

Uniting singles and local businesses to develop relationships in a positive way

Supporting Local

Facilitating connections at small businesses to drive the local economy ​

Efficiency

Reducing user screen time and eliminating reliance on ineffective algorithms

Chemistry

Creating connections based on mutual interest and compatibility