When we do the work behind the screen, getting noticed is easy.
Stand Out
We'll show off your best self and still keep it real. We identify the right dating sites for you and create a profile that flaunts what you've got.
Everyone Has A Story
And each one is unique. We're here not just to help you tell your story, but to help you read others'.
We'll help you figure out what you're looking for and identify red flags that might reveal a lack of compatibility. Before you meet someone, we want to make sure they're the real deal.
Here's Your Team
Ladan Radafshar
Founder
For 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients, friends, colleagues and myself find exciting dates and meaningful relationships. I realize presenting yourself online is a distinct skill that doesn't come easily to everyone. My masters in psychology from Northwestern University has deepened my understanding of the nuances of communication, attraction, and compatibility. It also doesn't hurt that I worked as a social media specialist for Nike, which taught me how to bring a brand to life through messaging and storytelling. I feel honored to support my clients along their dating and relationship journeys.
Sam Gherke
Photographer
The ability to tell a story through visuals can be just as powerful as words. Specializing in portraiture and photojournalism has given me the best of both worlds, fostering a knack for clean, well-composed images, while developing a loose visual narrative for my subjects. I've had featured work in Rolling Stone, Newsweek, and I photograph the weekly street style column for the Willamette Week. Through concert photography, I've captured amazing artists such as Morrissey, NaS, Jay-Z and the Foo Fighters. Bringing candid moments to life is what drives me. I look forward to working with you.
McKenzie Malone
Producer
I am a Portland native who is fiercely passionate about my city and all who inhabit it. With 10+ years of professional expertise across Disney, the NBA, MLB, and WeWork, I combine my big brand experience with homegrown passion. With a background in production, I know how to put on a show and host a flawless event. At FernDate, I get to put my skills to work and help clients visioncast their true selves and embody their full power. Truly honored to be your own personal hype woman.
Ladan Radafshar
Founder
For 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients, friends, colleagues and myself find exciting dates and meaningful relationships. I realize presenting yourself online is a distinct skill that doesn't come easily to everyone. My masters in psychology from Northwestern University has deepened my understanding of the nuances of communication, attraction, and compatibility. It also doesn't hurt that I worked as a social media specialist for Nike, which taught me how to bring a brand to life through messaging and storytelling. I feel honored to support my clients along their dating and relationship journeys.
Sam Gherke
Photographer
The ability to tell a story through visuals can be just as powerful as words. Specializing in portraiture and photojournalism has given me the best of both worlds, fostering a knack for clean, well-composed images, while developing a loose visual narrative for my subjects. I've had featured work in Rolling Stone, Newsweek, and I photograph the weekly street style column for the Willamette Week. Through concert photography, I've captured amazing artists such as Morrissey, NaS, Jay-Z and the Foo Fighters. Bringing candid moments to life is what drives me. I look forward to working with you.
McKenzie Malone
Producer
I am a Portland native who is fiercely passionate about my city and all who inhabit it. With 10+ years of professional expertise across Disney, the NBA, MLB, and WeWork, I combine my big brand experience with homegrown passion. With a background in production, I know how to put on a show and host a flawless event. At Fern Date, I get to put my skills to work and help clients visioncast their true selves and embody their full power. Truly honored to be your own personal hype woman.
Ladan Radafshar
Founder
For 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients, friends, colleagues and myself find exciting dates and meaningful relationships. I realize presenting yourself online is a distinct skill that doesn't come easily to everyone. My masters in psychology from Northwestern University has deepened my understanding of the nuances of communication, attraction, and compatibility. It also doesn't hurt that I worked as a social media specialist for Nike, which taught me how to bring a brand to life through messaging and storytelling. I feel honored to support my clients along their dating and relationship journeys.
Sam Gherke
Photographer
The ability to tell a story through visuals can be just as powerful as words. Specializing in portraiture and photojournalism has given me the best of both worlds, fostering a knack for clean, well-composed images, while developing a loose visual narrative for my subjects. I've had featured work in Rolling Stone, Newsweek, and I photograph the weekly street style column for the Willamette Week. Through concert photography, I've captured amazing artists such as Morrissey, NaS, Jay-Z and the Foo Fighters. Bringing candid moments to life is what drives me. I look forward to working with you.