detroit's most sought after etiquette training
As a nationally renowned etiquette expert, sought out industry leader, accomplished speaker and internationally recognized authority on table settings, she has served as Membership and Certification Director of the National Association of Urban Etiquette Professionals (NAUEP), is member of American Association of Etiquette Professionals additionally, her firm maintains professional membership in the Michigan Afterschool Association.
Raised by her grandparents, Victoria was taught to have good manners, how to set a table, say “Please” and “Thank you”, and always make or hand write a thank you card at an early age. As a child, she studied ballet for 13 years at Toni’s School of Dance earning “Most Lady Like” each year until graduation from high school. As honor student at Renaissance High School in Detroit, Michigan, she participated in various pageants, competitions, and dance camps each summer. Victoria was presented to Detroit society as a Cotillion Club Debutante and subsequently attended Wayne State University on a dance scholarship.
Victoria blends a professional and direct approach with her topics and presents them in a in interactive and entertaining format. She is dedicated to providing the most professional and up to date etiquette training to her clients and students. Victoria has a passion for sharing her knowledge etiquette and protocol knowledge with other and strives to put her audience at ease with imparting that knowledge. “Etiquette is not about ‘I'm better than you’ or just for the privileged. It's about consideration and respect for others. Confidence is one of the most important gifts we can give a child.”
The "Aces, Birdies and Clubs," initiative authored by Ms. Edwards, introduces children to the world of golf in a fun and positive environment through the Summer Etiquette and Golf Camp. Here, golf transcends being just a sport, fostering courtesy and kindness in daily life.
Victoria has been featured in Who’s Who in Black Detroit the first 6 years in print, was named “Professional Woman of the Year” by the National Association of Professional Women and promoted to the rank of honorary Lieutenant of the United States Army for her distinguished community service.