About Us
Beaumont Etiquette was founded in Kensington, London, just steps away from many historic British Royal Palaces and residences. Brought to New York by Founder Myka Meier, Beaumont Etiquette offers businesses and individuals, both kids and adults, inspiring courses in British, Continental European and American etiquette. Our contemporary approach of exciting and interactive programs was designed to meet the etiquette needs relevant in today’s society.
With offices in both New York and California, Beaumont Etiquette’s trainers educate consumers and companies on the expansive world of dining, social graces and corporate protocol. In keeping with the respected traditions created centuries ago, Beaumont Etiquette adds a modern spin, instructing in an empowering and unstuffy manner to instill confidence and break down cultural barriers. From dining etiquette to social polishing and business protocol to cross-cultural training for large companies, Beaumont Etiquette has a course for every need.
Beaumont Etiquette is the official etiquette partner of The Plaza Hotel, launching The Plaza Finishing Program for adults, teens and children in 2016, with courses running to date. In 2018 Beaumont Etiquette was named the official etiquette partner of Downton Abbey: The Exhibition.
Beaumont Etiquette is thrilled to be named one of the Leading Protocol and Etiquette Schools of the World, and partner with some of the world’s leading companies in etiquette, hospitality and protocol. To learn more about Our Partners, click here.
Photo By: Dan Callister
Myka Meier
Founder & Director
Myka Meier proudly opened Beaumont Etiquette to bring a fresh and modern perspective to the industry. Breaking down the stereotype that etiquette is perceived as outdated or inaccessible, Myka designed innovative and empowering etiquette courses with a modern spin — that are not intimidating to learn.
A dual American and British citizen, Myka is a consultant specializing in international social and business etiquette and protocol. Myka studied at multiple traditional etiquette schools in the United Kingdom and trained in London under a former member of The Royal Household of Her Majesty the Queen. Furthermore, Myka attended finishing school in Switzerland and has been formally trained in Continental European, British and American etiquette.
With a degree in communications and over 10 years experience in the luxury, lifestyle and fashion markets, Myka worked in both New York and London focusing on integrated communications, and has two years experience working on a global endeavor initiated by its patron, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales (the former).
Myka co-founded The Plaza Hotel Finishing Program with Beaumont Etiquette in 2016. Beaumont Etiquette became an official etiquette partner of the Downton Abbey: The Exhibition in 2018. In 2019, Myka co-founded the Beaumont Training Group for corporate training needs.
The author of two books including Modern Etiquette Made Easy and Business Etiquette Made Easy, Myka is available to travel nationally or internationally for consultation and speaking engagements.
An avid volunteer for charities which promote confidence and teach both social and work skills in underprivileged communities, Myka resides in New York with her Swiss husband and two children.
Photo By McKenzie Stroh
Anne Chertoff
COO, The Plaza Finishing Program & Beaumont Etiquette Project Director
Adam Fresco
Director of Media Relations
Adam has conducted crisis communications for CEOs, global brands and high-net-worth individuals around the world for twenty years. He has successfully media trained CEOs and presidents of global companies as well as chart topping musicians, politicians, super models and sports stars, crafting individualized programs that are tailored to each person. Skilled in crisis management, Adam has helped global businesses and those in the public eye prepare, avoid and recover from potentially damaging situations, often keeping stories out of the public eye. With 25-years of experience in ‘Fleet Street’, Adam worked at several newspapers, the BBC and ITN before a 20-year career at The Times (London). He worked as a news editor, for the paper and online, and as a senior reporter before becoming the Crime Correspondent. He also wrote business and travel features for the newspaper before spending five years at a public relations company with offices in London, New York and San Francisco, as Director of Communications. He led global media campaigns, conducted crisis management and media training for a wide range of clients, including Belvedere, Battersea Power Station, Matalan, Equinox, Caprice, Victoria’s Secret and Amazon. With his inside knowledge of the media, Adam has successfully planned and executed public relations campaigns in Europe, North America and Asia. He works with public relations agencies, brands, high-profile people and high-net-worth individuals on media strategy, pitches, media training and crisis communications.
ROBERT LEE FOWLER III
Partner & SVP, CatalystCreativ Beaumont Etiquette Director of Hospitality
The Beaumont Etiquette special projects and experiential events guru, Robert Fowler is also Partner and SVP of CatalystCreativ, a creative agency with associates throughout the United States. Creating experiences has been Robert’s passion and no matter where he finds himself in the world, he is always connecting individuals, seeking new experiences, planning a dinner party, picking out the finest silverware and china for private clients or finding a new restaurant. In the past, Robert worked for American designers Ralph Lauren and John Varvatos, and was the Executive Vice President of McNabb Roick Events where he created experiences for many Fortune 500 companies.
CHIARA
Etiquette Trainer
LEANNE
Etiquette Trainer
Leanne is a Chicago-raised New Yorker who strives to bring the basis of etiquette – respect, generosity and thoughtfulness – to her daily life in the Big Apple.
Her first experiences with etiquette came at a young age in her own home when she visited with her family. Her naval-trained grandfather was patient and encouraging as she learned the basics of dining etiquette and looked forward to evenings when she could show her family – and servers – what she learned.
Since graduating from New York University with a degree in Business and Drama, and completing her professional etiquette training under Myka Meier, Leanne joined the Beaumont Team in 2018 . She now trains corporate groups and teaches private classes in a range of topic areas, including business protocol, dining etiquette, social graces, children and teen etiquette. Leanne was one of the lead instructors at The Plaza Finishing Program’s Children’s Etiquette and Teen Etiquette programs.
JACKIE
Private Coach // Birthday Party Team
Jackie strives to bring etiquette to audiences in an educational and entertaining way. Jackie‘s bright personality and charisma make her courses, ranging from master networking, adult dating and public speaking to social and dining etiquette, a fun experience! Jackie moved to New York City upon graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre and Performance. She began working with Beaumont Etiquette in 2019 as a public speaking and social networking tutor, molding two of her passions together to instruct clients of all ages. Jackie believes in the powerful impact etiquette can have on all generations and is thrilled to bring the magic of theatre to every course.
DANIELLE
Client Services Associate
ABBIE
Social Media Manager
Abbie is our talented in-house social media manager, handling strategy and content globally. From creation of Myka’s entertaining etiquette reels and TikToks to helping with brand collaborations, you’ll likely see her creativity on a social platform near you!
ABIGAIL & ARIANA, THE ATEAM
Public Relations & Brand Partnerships