Dapper Dining: Professional Etiquette at the Table

Wondering what to do if a job interview involves a meal? if you’re going to lunch with colleagues during your internships? if you’re attending a networking event at a conference?Enjoy a delicious upscale dinner while you learn and practice how to handle everything from which fork to use, how to not squirt a tomato at your boss, advice about managing your nerves, who will pay and navigating social rules. Crystal Bailey will talk about how to navigate an interview, networking or any kind of professional event involving a meal. It’s a great time to get this experience before you are in a professional situation where you need the experience! There will be time for question and answer.Join Crystal L. Bailey, Director of The Etiquette Institute of Washington (www.washingtonetiquette.com) for this meal and tutorial.Crystal L. Bailey puts the “pro” in protocol as director of The Etiquette Institute of Washington. An experienced consultant and public speaker, she is dedicated to helping professionals polish their executive presence, networking, and fine dining etiquette savvy.Crystal received her formal etiquette training from Debrett’s of London, Etiquette à la Française of Montpellier, and Hedonia of Suzhou. She is one of twelve members of the etiquette alliance, Cercle International des Experts en Etiquette Française. Recognized for her fresh approach, Crystal is called upon for her expertise by Global 500 companies and international media outlets to include the BBC, CNN, and French Television.A proud alumna of Howard University and William & Mary Law, Crystal is a member of the Virginia State Bar. When she’s not traveling the globe, Crystal time travels by way of 60’s soul and funk music.