Girlfriend Social Press Release

Dec. 23, 2009
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News Release

OTTAWA – A female entrepreneur has launched an all-new, first-of-its-kind website that could re-define the very meaning of “girls’ night out.”

Girlfriend Social, a new start-up venture by 29-year-old Amanda Blain, is an online social networking website that helps women of all ages and backgrounds meet new friends. The website (www.girlfriendsocial.com) – which is free for women to join – also provides opportunities to meet other women at live events in a safe, friendly environment.

“When I first moved to a new city, I realized how hard it is to meet new people and to make friends,” says Amanda Blain, president and founder of Girlfriend Social. “That’s when I thought about creating a website that could help with this.”

Since creating GirlfriendSocial.com several months ago, the website has taken on a life of its own. With almost no advertising, it has grown to thousands of members – and the number of women signing up is increasing daily.

Events hosted include pub nights, dog walks, scrapbooking get-togethers, bowling nights, rock climbing, movie nights, and a lobster dinner. Outside of events, Girlfriend Social also helps women meet one-on-one.

One theatre lover found another woman to attend shows with, much to her boyfriend’s relief. Another stay-at-home mom discovered a neighbor just a few streets away in the same situation. “I’ve found a way to bridge the gap between social media and real life fun, and the results have been amazing,” says Blain.

The business community has also taken notice. “Pubs and bars want women to come to their venues because of the business boom, while other companies want to sponsor events to reach lots of women,” says Blain.

To deal with growth, Blain is looking to hire independent local reps in each major metro area to help promote and run events while maintaining the Girlfriend Social experience. “Girlfriend Social wants to provide outgoing, social women an opportunity to make some income while having fun, meeting new friends, and being social,” she explains.

Although Blain welcomes the growth, she admits keeping pace hasn’t been easy. “I do everything on the website from web design, graphic design, answering member enquiries, to hosting events. It’s tough doing all this alone.”

Despite the struggles of being a one-woman army, Blain remains motivated. “When I see the impact this website has on women’s lives, it keeps me going. Who knows, I hope one day this could be the hot, new social media network for women everywhere.”

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Amanda Blain
President and Founder
Girlfriend Social

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