A tech executive in Silicon Valley is garnering a lot of criticism after she shared an extensive list of “non-negotiable” traits she wants in a partner while seeking help to find a match.
Brooke LeBlanc, who works at tech company Corgi, faced significant backlash when she revealed her laundry list of expectations on X.
In her post, she asked, “Who wants to cofound the rest of my life with me?” and then detailed what she was looking for in a partner.
According to LeBlanc, her ideal man should be “healthy masculine,” “post economic (still hardworking),” and “on the healing path.” Interestingly, she expressed a strong preference for someone who “works in tech.”
Quickly, commenters jumped on her list, highlighting the peculiarities of the dating scene in San Francisco.
wrote out a list of who I’m looking for.
X, work your magic.
non negotiable
– 35 to 42 y/o
– healthy masculine
– smart, funny, lighthearted
– provider/protector mentality
– post economic (still hardworking)
– must be kind, generous, thoughtful
– no kids yet, decidedly… https://t.co/rG6uib9MKJ— Brooke LeBlanc (@brookeleblanc) September 18, 2026
People rapidly expressed their disdain for LeBlanc’s “checklist.” One user remarked, “I can’t imagine anything worse than being single and dating in SF,” while another commented, “Lol. I thought this was AI slop. Sad to find out it’s real.”
Another user advised her: “Good luck. Leave your checklist at home and just fall in love with someone. You’re scoring them before you know them. No one wins with this approach. SMH.”
In response, LeBlanc defended herself, stating, “God forbid a woman asks for what she wants.”
She further clarified, “Sorry, I don’t want to date a loser!” emphasizing that her “years of dating experience” led her to create the list.
LeBlanc concluded her thoughts by sharing her intent: “Getting bullied on the Internet today, so I can be a financially free hot mom in the future.”
