About | Etiquette Etiquette

About Etiquette Etiquette®

Elevating Business Etiquette. Refining Executive Presence. Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow.

At Etiquette Etiquette®, we empower youth, adults, and professionals to lead confidently, culturally intelligent, and poise. Led by Karene A. Putney, a trained and licensed graduate of The Protocol School of Washington®—the nation’s only etiquette and protocol school accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET), a U.S. Department of Education–recognized agency. We specialize in business etiquette, leadership presence, and intercultural protocol. From executive dining to workplace communication, our tailored programs are designed to help individuals excel in professional and social settings with grace, respect, and distinction. We don’t just teach etiquette. We set the standard for excellence in every room you walk into.

Why Etiquette Matters

Etiquette is more than manners. It is a strategic tool for influence, credibility, and success. In an increasingly competitive and interconnected world, communicating tactfully, demonstrating leadership presence, and engaging across cultures define career and business growth factors.

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KARENE A. PUTNEY President | Etiquette Etiquette®

Trained and Licensed by The Protocol School of Washington®

Karene A. Putney is a respected authority in business etiquette, leadership presence, and intercultural protocol. As President and CEO of Etiquette Etiquette®, she leads a premier consulting firm offering professional etiquette and protocol training for youth, adults, and seniors across academic, nonprofit, and government sectors.

Karene is a trained and licensed graduate of The Protocol School of Washington® (PSOW) and a certified trainer in Intercultural Etiquette and International Protocol. She uses official PSOW training materials to guide her programs, ensuring the highest standards of professional instruction and global protocol.

She has delivered impactful workshops and leadership training for universities, colleges, Jack and Jill chapters, and the Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks’ Summer Passport Program, empowering participants through polished communication, dining etiquette, and executive presence.

Formerly the owner of Learn Love Childcare, LLC, Karene built a strong foundation in education, coaching, and public speaking. She brings over a decade of experience in mentoring and refining the presence of youth and professionals alike.

Karene is a proud member of the Protocol & Diplomacy International – Protocol Officers Association (PDI-POA) and is affiliated with the National Speakers Association (NSA), and the NSA-DC Speaker Academy. She also serves as a certified volunteer with the University of Maryland Extension (UME) 4-H Program.

Karene is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages master etiquette, develop confidence, and carry themselves with poise and professionalism in every setting.