Lady VJ, CMEP, CMG, is the founder and head of The Lady & Gent School, a full-service, multi-divisional, modern finishing school located in Houston, Texas, USA. As the visionary creator of the Certified Modern Etiquette Professional (CMEP) program, she is pioneering a new standard in the industry—one built on a foundation of genuine confidence, transformational elegance, and personal excellence. Her work serves as a bridge between the timeless grace of traditional etiquette and the needs of modern life, empowering professionals, families, and brands to build a legacy of grace, influence and purpose.

Her work is also deeply informed by her role as a Certified Modern Governess (CMG). In this capacity, she serves as a trusted advisor to private households—guiding the personal and social development of the children in her care while providing expert counsel to distinguished individuals on personal branding and modern etiquette.

Celebrated for her warmth, grace, and thoughtfulness, LADY VJ serves a discerning clientele—including influential leaders, first ladies, professional athletes, and members of royal families. Her extensive expertise in presence, protocol, and international etiquette has established her as a sought-after confidante and guide at the highest levels of influence, a role that has included serving on presidential teams for personal branding and strategic communication.

At The Lady & Gent School, LADY VJ empowers her students to stand out and lead with confidence. Her professional training spans Europe, America, and Africa, and she holds certificates from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and The Protocol School of Washington.

Before founding The Lady & Gent School, LADY VJ launched NOTIQ.com, a global lifestyle brand known for its high-end, sustainable personal organization products—later licensed and sold in Target stores across the United States.

When she’s not speaking, teaching, or delivering keynotes, LADY VJ remains deeply committed to her community, actively serving on school boards. She enjoys reading, writing, drawing, and cooking for her husband, children, and their beloved Maltese dog.

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