Welcome! I’m Courtney.

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About Me

Courtney is a certified etiquette trainer with a mission to spread kindness and civility through important life skills. Courtney's unique programs are fun, interactive and inclusive in nature, rooted in values of confidence, awareness, empathy and respect. As an etiquette expert, she offers modern advice designed to elevate the everyday.

Courtney is a trusted industry insider and media resource. She has been featured by national media outlets such as theSkimm’, BRIDES, Women’s World, Parade, and Best Life and has appeared as a guest speaker on several podcasts, including:

Courtney is a proud member of the International Etiquette Trainer Society as well as the Protocol & Diplomacy International Protocol Officers Association.

Courtney holds a B.A. in Communication from Michigan State University. Additionally, Courtney is certified in youth, adult, social & business etiquette through the Southern California School of Etiquette & Protocol and a proud graduate of The English Manner and Beaumont Etiquette’s Train the Trainer Grade One and Grade Two with distinction.

A certificate of completion for a course in etiquette, with a dark green background featuring a geometric pattern, and a tan vertical banner on the right side with the word 'Distribution' written vertically.
Seal of the Protocol & Diplomacy International, featuring a globe with two hands shaking, surrounded by the organization's name.
A gold badge with the words 'Society of Certified' and a crown on top.

Courtney Opalko Etiquette, LLC. is proud to serve a variety of clients including:

The Townsend Hotel

The Detroit Athletic Club

Walsh Business College

The Junior League

Girl Scout & BSA Troops

Michigan State University College of Agriculture

The Townsend Hotel • The Detroit Athletic Club • Walsh Business College • The Junior League • Girl Scout & BSA Troops • Michigan State University College of Agriculture •

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