Samuel Lurye is the CEO and co-founder of Social Synergy Media, a tech start up based in Chicago looking to streamline personal and professional relationships. Their first product is called Kiss, a mobile application that allows users to anonymously gauge their chances for a romantic relationship in their social circles. The company is a part of the prestigious Catapult Chicago incubator and is raising its expanded angel round of funding.

Everything Sam does has a common theme: helping people and their relationships. He is passionate about people. Whether it's making sure one student gains the confidence to succeed, or making sure a patient in need has appropriate care, he enjoys fostering personal relationships with everyone around him to make a positive impact in their lives.