Great Date Now

Jodi of Howard Beach , NY October 12, 2009

I was promised a service that was not given to me. When I first joined they were open to what i wanted to date and promised that they would follow the way the website states. I was then fixed up on 3 dates that ABSOLUTELY did not meet my requirements, they gave out my personal cell phone # and expressed that I needed to set up my own dates...what did I pay 3500 for? As things were being discussed the matchmaker Dawn would not take my calls and then her assistant wouldn't take my calls I had to tell my issues to a RECEPTIONIST - UNACCEPTABLE! Since I have put in 2 claims to my Amex and lost both times they have shut down GREAT DATE NOW and have become MEET OVER DRINKS. BEWARE they promise you the world and make you feel very confident that they will match you then they send you on a date that is completely the opposite of what you are looking for just so they can use up your dates.

Charlie of New York, NY October 7, 2009

Meet Over Drinks buys HUNDREDS if not thousands of URLs, e.g., datinginmonmomouth, singlesinfairfield, findingloveinpa, stamfordsingles, westchestersingles, fifthavenuesingles, etc. (they even use the same pictures) and puts signs that say "Single? Single in __________ etc. on public and private property in NY, CT, NJ, and PA.

They do NOT give their name. ONLY if you fill out the form do you find out that Meet Over Drinks is the "parent company" - as in, they paid 10 for the local-sounding URL, so they can try to HIDE from anyone who is upset at their ILLEGAL SIGNS.

They will NOT tell you who their "marketing company" is because it is a Panamanian company, NuStar Solutions, that owns THOUSANDS of URLs and puts HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS of these ILLEGAL, UGLY, HAZARDOUS SIGNS UP NATIONWIDE.

Joyce of Millwood, NY August 4, 2009

I went to their place of business and was sold an upscale, professional dating service. They asked me for 3500.00. I sent the check and never heard back. After much upset they agreed to refund 1/2 my money 1750. They have now changed the name of the company with all the same empoyees and locations. I got a letter saying they now will not refund my money. I am a single parent trying to make a life for myself and my child. I feel taken and feel that someone needs to stop them from hurting other innocent people.

A of Hartsdale, NY August 1, 2009

I had signed up with Meet over Drinks and something about the atmosphere of the "non-existenting" office got made me feel that perhaps something was a bit sketchy. But I felt comfortable with Luella Lusk and I signed up for the service for 1800. As soon a I started to drive home, I began to wonder if in fact I had been taken. I went on the the Better Business Bureau site to hopefully alleviate my fears when I got home, but was instead floored by the number of complaints against Great Date Now which is also called "Meet Over Drinks" (probably due to too many legal actions against it).

I decided the very same night that I was going to cancel my contract. The contract states that one may only cancel or terminate their contract in writing by certified mail, return receipt requested within three business days, which is EXACTLY what I did. I even sent a follow up e-mail to the company so that there was no confusion and that they could not not say that they never received the letter.

I did receive a email back stating that they were wondering why I had a change of heart. I was notified that Meet over Drinks had in fact received my certified letter to terminate all services immediately, and I was STILL charged. I disputed the charge with my bank who them credited me the money back. Then, Meet Over Drinks provided the bank documentation that I had my signed contract and told the bank that yes, services had been rendered (when they NEVER were - I mean NOTHING!)

But the company neglected to inform my bank that I had canceled right in the very beginning. The bank encouraged me to sue them in small claims court b/c I have a very strong case. I don't want to have to bother, but I will if they play these games. I paid 1800 bucks and I got NO Services AT ALL. NOTHING. I told the company to never contact me again unless it was about getting my refund. In the mean time, I had this poor guy call me for a date and I told him I was not a part of the service. I also got an e-mail referral from them.

I called the company yesterday and the secretary told me that I was still active in the computer after all that. I wrote them one last letter, and if I do not get results, I am taking them to court with all of my documentation in hand, and I will be happy to do it! AND IF ANY OF YOU ARE WONDERING, these two companies - GREAT DATE NOW AND MEET OVER DRINKS, - THE SAME EXACT THING! DO NOT GIVE THEM YOUR MONEY! And its the same owner named G. Ferone. Bad News! Just google him.

gia of new york , NY July 16, 2009

More heartbreaking than any individaul could ever be In the year that I signed with this company, I was set up on three dates. I was promised 15, top top of the line dates. I was promised an "executive" service which would match me with the most suitable ,and this was a complete scam. Great Date now has turned itself into Meet Over Drinks because of the myriad of complaints. I shelled out an enormous amount,was promised top of the line clients, with top of the line service. This did not occur. Katerine Ginter was a fantastic sales woman. And this is what it was about from the beginning.All this matchmaking service cares about gaining your confidence and taking your money.The Match Making Institute who certifies them, is also at fault here, because they recommended Great Date Now. I believe both companies are scam artists.

This is a heartbreaking business. DO NOT GIVE THEM ANY AMOUNT.

Vivian of Bohemia, NY March 23, 2009

Vivian of Bohemia NY (03/23/09)
I was sent on first of 3 matches. He showed up late and did not fit criteria that was set up in my profile. I did not request future matches. After reading other consumer complaints I request partial or full refund.

I feel they do not live up to standards portrayed by matchmaker.

Julianne of Bronx, NY February 27, 2009

Julianne of Bronx NY (02/27/09)
I signed up with GDN on January 2007 when they were a smaller company and had different owners. It's amazing to read that not much has changed. I was promised 10 dates with super successful men that were looking for serious relationships, etc. They did not set me up with one person that fit any description we had discussed (personality, looks, success level, etc.) Each time I made attempts to speak to the match maker that I was working with, she always seemed to be busy and only would communicate with me via email.

For the thousands they take from their customers, that method of behavior is unacceptable. I only went on 6 dates and stopped contact with them after the last guy they set me up with got so drunk and tried groping me on our first meeting (I realize that was not GDN's fault). Almost 2 years later, they start calling me again. Three times they called with info on the perfect guy for me and for the hell of it, I agreed to go on a date. Each of these three times, GDN never got back to me to confirm dates. This service is good for individuals with low expectations that are just looking to meet people.

If you are successful, emotionally stable and serious about developing a relationship with someone, this may be a waste of money. It's purely a numbers game...similar to using a headhunter for job searches. They only call you when they need you and are never available if you want to discuss things. I also question their stable of eligible men and women. When I had my checkbook out, they had over 20 guys that were great for me. Once the contract was signed, I went for months without hearing a word.

No damage. I just want to save someone from making the same mistake.

Frank of Portchester, NY January 3, 2009

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