Equipping professionals to lead and thrive through

refined soft skills, etiquette, and executive presence.

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Business Etiquette Training

The Mannerly School of Etiquette™ offers a fresh, approachable take on timeless etiquette, equipping professionals with the social skills they need to thrive in the workplace.

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and serving clients nationwide, we teach modern manners and essential soft skills needed to improve first impressions, enhance client relationships, and foster genuine connection in a professional setting.

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Business & Professional Training

Soft Skills Drive Success—


85% of workplace success stems from interpersonal skills—not technical knowledge. That’s why companies across industries are turning to our etiquette training to strengthen their teams.

We offer tailored business etiquette programs for professionals at every level. Our goal: to help your team show up with confidence, communicate with clarity, and lead with professionalism.

    • Presence & Best Impressions-

      • The Science of First Impressions

      • Executive Presence & Personal Authority

      • The Science of Likeability

    • Connection & Conversation-

      • The Art of Better Conversation

      • Networking with Meaning

      • Fostering the Client Relationship

    • Hospitality & The Table

      • The Art of Hospitality

      • Dining Etiquette for the Modern Professional

      • Elevating the In-Person Client Experience

    • Workplace & Culture

      • Generational Intelligence in the Workplace

      • Professionalism in the Modern Workplace

      • The New Rules of Communication

      • Customer Experience & Brand Stewardship

    • Keynote Speaking — story-driven addresses for conferences and team events

    • Live Virtual Training — personal, interactive sessions

    • In-Person Workshops — hands-on training experiences at your location

    • Dining Etiquette Experiences — instructional etiquette training during a meal

    • Finance & Banking

    • Hospitality & Travel

    • Sports & Entertainment

    • Legal

    • Healthcare

    • Sales & Business Development

    • Global Food Services

    • Relocation & Real Estate

    • Convention & Event Management

    • Non-Profit & Professional Associations

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Speaking Engagements

Looking to elevate your next conference or event?

Elizabeth Anne is a sought-after keynote speaker who brings fresh energy to the timeless topics of modern etiquette, professionalism, and the art of conversation.

Her presentations blend humor, insight, and modern etiquette relevance—turning traditional concepts into powerful tools for today’s leaders, professionals, and changemakers. Attendees will laugh, learn, and leave inspired, whether it’s a custom topic or one of her popular keynotes.

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  • Mannerly brings etiquette to life through beautifully designed, immersive experiences. Past events include:

    • Conference keynotes and breakout sessions for large organizations

    • Virtual training for remote employees

    • Formal, multi-course dining experiences for executive teams

    • Business etiquette lunch & learn workshops for interns

    • Client appreciation dinners featuring instruction woven seamlessly into the evening

What Clients Are Saying

  • “Thank you for providing such an impactful training! Every single employee sang your praises when I asked about their experience this week. Your session was perfectly tailored to our needs and your ability to connect with them and put everyone at ease transformed the intimidating world of etiquette into an approachable, empowering skills and knowledge.”

    — Caitlin H., Senior Sales Training Manager

  • “Thank you for a fun and highly effective evening focused on business dining etiquette. You exceeded all expectations and the lessons learned were spot-on.”

    — Eric L., Executive Vice President

  • What a gift to have an hour and half focused on the do’s and do not’s of the business dinner experience! Loved getting to experience this alongside my team. Elizabeth Anne made the experience fun and engaging and kept the topic digestible for all.

    — Katie C., Senior Vice President

  • Elizabeth Anne’s business etiquette class was so much fun! She was extremely knowledgeable and encouraged participation. I appreciated that she was able to teach us etiquette tips without making us feel silly that we didn’t know them already. I’ve definitely put my learnings to use since the class!

    — Tami M, Sr. Director 

  • I had the privilege to attend a Charlotte Etiquette class. I found it to be insightful and engaging, providing practical guidance on navigating professional dining scenarios with confidence. Elizabeth Anne was knowledgeable and delivered the material with clarity and relevance to real-world situations. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking to enhance their professional presence during business meals.

    — Rick E. Sr. Director 

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