We’re looking forward to introducing you to Jennifer Champion. Check out our conversation below.
Hi Jennifer, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Lots of coffee. ☕ Ha! I truly love my mornings with coffee. I’m usually up by 4 AM, long before the world stirs. My mornings start at my kitchen counter with coffee in hand — mapping out my marketing, reviewing my goals, emailing clients and potential clients, and preparing for the day ahead. It’s my quiet, sacred time—early, peaceful, and intentional. I often meditate before the kids wake up and the hustle begins. That’s also when I let my mind wander to matching—thinking about who might truly be a fit for whom. I cherish that stillness with my thoughts, my goals, and my matching—with a little help from AI.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
DateShape isn’t just a service—it’s a movement redefining how intentional singles date with focus and purpose.
I’m Jennifer Champion, the founder of DateShape, Houston’s premier matchmaking and coaching brand for intentional Texas singles who are dating to meet their fit.
I created DateShape after more than 20 years of interviewing and matching singles and learning what truly makes relationships last—clarity, communication, and compatibility. My mission is to change the way singles date by helping them identify their must-haves, protect their energy, and approach dating with focus and purpose.
DateShape helps singles get in shape emotionally and mentally for the relationship they want. Through The DateShape Method, I guide clients to evaluate chemistry, compatibility, and connection through a structured, intentional process that actually works.
I’m also a single mom, fitness enthusiast, and mindfulness teacher. My mornings start before 4 AM, and my days revolve around connecting people who are ready for something real. Helping singles find their fit isn’t just my career—it’s my calling.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
My dad taught me the most about work. He worked incredibly hard and genuinely loved what he did. He owned restaurants and nightclubs in the Northeast, so I grew up watching him pour his heart into his business and his people. I remember him waking up at three or four in the morning with that same drive and passion I see in myself now. He used to tell me, “Do what you love and it will never feel like work. Do what you love, and the money will come.”
That lesson shaped everything for me. I built my business on that same principle. I’m a single mom raising two teenagers, and while I absolutely have to make a living, it’s never just about money for me — it’s about purpose. My work at DateShape is about helping singles get in shape emotionally, mentally, and physically for the relationship they want. Dating today is more complicated than ever, and people need clarity, focus, and discipline to find true love. I’m deeply disciplined in my own life, and I bring that same structure and intention to every client I coach, connect, and match.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
If it weren’t for my divorce, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I’m not celebrating it, but it was a pivotal time that led me to build the life I have now — one I truly love. It pushed me to grow, to get clear on who I am, and to create something meaningful.
My kids have watched me build DateShape from the ground up. They’ve seen the early mornings, the stress, the wins — and they’ve seen me work 24/7. I know they’re proud. They’re learning that when life shifts and challenges you, focus and hard work are the answer. Do what you love.
Most of my clients are divorced, and that’s part of why I connect with them so deeply. I understand what it’s like to start over and to want something real. And for my clients who are dating to marry for the first time and build a family — I know what that takes, too. I’ve been there, and I’ve been on the other end of it, which allows me to guide both with empathy and experience.
Today’s dating world is unlike any other time in history, and as a Matchmaker, I believe it’s actually beneficial that I’m single and understand what’s really going on — because honestly, I don’t know if you could without living it.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
I always joke that I don’t really have time for friends — ha! I’m raising two teenagers, and my world pretty much revolves around my kids, my work, and my workouts. My work is so personal that my clients often become my friends while I’m working with them. I even joke that my house is my boyfriend — it takes whatever little time I have left.
The people who know me best would say I’m positive, disciplined, and focused — but also deeply caring. I’ve always rooted for the underdog. I genuinely care about people, and it hurts me to see anyone struggling. I’m an empath at heart, and my giving love language is service. Whether it’s through matchmaking, coaching, or simply showing up for someone, I feel fulfilled when giving. I hope singles feel that. Helping others—especially when it comes to love—isn’t just what I do. It’s who I am.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
Both.
I grew up with a father who always told me, “Do what you love,” and he truly believed in my natural gifts for fitness, connection, and service. I’ve always been extremely disciplined — it’s just who I am.
I love my work, and I wake up every morning ready to dive in. Some days, I’m still in my pajamas at noon because I’ve been so focused — by choice. I care deeply about people, but I also love my brand. I love DateShape and everything it represents.
DateShape is about focus, clarity, and intentionality. It’s about bringing discipline back into modern dating — helping singles move away from the dopamine hit of swiping and back into real connection. Singles today need structure, direction, and focus, and that’s exactly what I’m here to help them find.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://DateShapeHouston.com
- Instagram: @DateShape
- Linkedin: DateShape
- Twitter: DateShape
- Facebook: @ DateShape
- Youtube: DateShape
- Other: Stan Store
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