The 2025 Forty-Plus and Flirty Summer Dating Summit returns virtually August 20–23, 2025, with a bold message: it’s never too late to experience real, grown-up love. The Summit offers workshops designed to help mature adults refine their dating skills. This year’s summit features empowering sessions on relationship dynamics, self-confidence, and communication, filled with real-life stories, expert advice, and a special in-person networking event to connect like-minded individuals. “It’s Popping in the 3rd” on August 23rd in Houston, Texas, is an in-person gathering, allowing networking and a chance for love.
Inspiring Speakers Who Speak to the Heart
Bishop Greg Davis, a leading voice in Christian relationship wisdom and one of the most respected faith leaders in America, will deliver a powerful message on dating with discernment, faith, and purpose after 40.
Joining him is Dr. Lori Hanford, reality TV star of Later Daters, who will offer her signature wit, wisdom, and real talk about dating confidently at any age. She’ll share how to reject toxic patterns and embrace meaningful romance. Other speakers include matchmakers Jennifer J. Hayes and Amber Lowe, dating coach Diane Brandon Moody, psychologist/healer Joy Soleil, Pastors Ed and Marilyn Johnson of Christ Worship Center, and Faith and Forever More Podcaster Diane Tuffuoh, Time to Wait author Cherise Baggett, April “Loveologist” Cofie, and entrepreneur and brand strategist Meka Diamond.