LTR 51: Michael O’Sullivan & The State of the 2026 Dating Industry

Mark Brooks, a veteran consultant and strategist in the online dating and social discovery sector, will lead the 51st edition of his LTR (Love, Technology, Relationships) online event series on April 15th. The session runs from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM GMT (12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EST).

In this edition:

• Mark Brooks will sit down with Michael O’Sullivan (Founder of HubPeople) to discuss his new book Dating App: How to Build, Survive and Thrive in the World’s Most Human Tech Industry. They’ll dive deep into the real-world challenges of running a dating business – from user acquisition and churn to fraud, payments, regulation, and more.
• Following the interview, Mark will deliver “The State of the Dating Industry in 2026 – Turning the Tide”, sharing the latest trends, key challenges, and emerging opportunities shaping our sector right now.

LTR is the go-to gathering for senior leaders in dating and social businesses to learn, share insights, and connect with peers.

The event is supported by Courtland Brooks, with more details and registration available here.