2026 Public Seminar Dates and Registration

2026 Public Seminar Schedule Now Available

Confidence. Presence. Poise. At Every Age.

Scroll down this page to discover all our 2026 schedule of public etiquette seminars for youths, teens, and adults—carefully designed to elevate communications skills, social confidence, and professional polish in today's world.


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 Exclusive Savings & Enrollment Benefits

  We believe mastering essential life skills should be accessible:

  • 10% Chinese New Year Discount (February only)
  • Additional 10% Alumni Savings
  • Subscriber Only Offers throughout the year
  • 10% Group Discount for 3+ participants enrolling together



    Email info@advancedetiquette.com with the subject "Promo Code for X" to receive your promo codes.


Flexible Payment Options Available

If budget is a concern, please contact us. Custom no-interest payment arrangements are available—because nothing should stand in the way of meaningful personal and professional development.

Bring Our Seminars to You

Consider organizing your own private or group seminar for your family, company, school, organization, or community. Ask about private one-on-one programs, too.

Contact Syndi at Info@AdvancedEtiquette.com
We would be delighted to tailor a program for your location.

All seminars are formatted after a Confucius saying...

What I hear, I forget;

All seminars are expert-led by yours truly Syndi Seid, this seminar will not be filled with information that goes in one ear and out the other.

What I see, I remember;

Each course flows through a series of multimedia computer- generated visuals to reinforce content; And, is accompanied by a comprehensive Action Guide, which is nearly a transcript of the entire course.

What I do, I understand.

We understand, when Confucius also said: "Old habits are hard to die, especially if you like them." As a result, we have purposely designed continuous interactive discussions and activities, as our way to practice, and make into habit, all new skills to continue practicing at home.  

Ultimate Etiquette Accelerator (UEA) 

Master Confidence, Presence, and Poise--- For Anywhere in the World

The Ultimate Etiquette Accelerator (UEA) is unlike any etiquette program you’ve experienced.  This exclusive, 8‑week immersive journey blends mindset, skillset, and real‑world practice to help you confidently navigate any business or social situation, anywhere in the world—for life.

And no—this isn’t long or tedious. Past participants consistently say the time flies by thanks to engaging discussions, hands‑on practice, and eye‑opening insights.

Why UEA Is Different

Most etiquette programs stop at information. UEA delivers transformation.
Over eight focused weeks, you’ll gain:

  • Proven frameworks and techniques you can actually use
  • Guided practice sessions (the missing piece in most programs)
  • Personalized feedback in a small, high‑touch setting
  • The confidence to show up with authority and ease—anywhere
  • This one program includes everything covered in the following:
    -- The One-day Global International Business Protocol & Social Etiquette seminar
    -- The 3-course Finessing The Business Meal Tutorial

    -- Successful Entertaining & Formal Dining seminar, plus the 9-course European-style dinner
    -- The Afternoon Tea & Etiquette seminar, with a Royal Tea service included.

    Plus: Deep insights, modern case studies, real‑life scenarios, and practice sessions that simply aren’t possible in a one‑day seminar.

Who This Program Is For

UEA is designed for the serious‑minded individual who wants the ultimate edge in confidence, credibility, and social intelligence—without shortcuts.

This is why it’s called the Ultimate Etiquette Accelerator.

By Invitation Only

Limited to just 8 participants for maximum attention and learning
Let’s See If It’s Right for You!

Schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with Syndi.

By the end of our conversation, we’ll both know if UEA is the right fit—
no pressure, no obligation, no consequences if you choose not to join.

Book your free consultation through the link below or on our 
Home Page
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A Final Word

UEA is not for the faint of heart.  It requires commitment, participation, and practice—
Yet, the rewards will be most profound and lasting a lifetime.
Results are guaranteed through your own efforts of guided practice, which eliminates 
"The #1 reason" traditional etiquette programs fall short.

Click here to view a sample program outline.  This program has been in the works for over a year. By summer, it will be fully launched.

ONCE A YEAR, DON'T MISS IT!
In summer:  Adult Global Business Protocol and Social Etiquette

Master the unspoken subtleties of International Business—in Just One Day

An immersive 8.5-hour, high-impact seminar designed to elevate your professional and personal presence, communication, and confidence across global business settings.

This flagship course delivers a fast-paced, engaging overview of world-class business protocol and social etiquette, including:

  • Professional communication & executive presence
  • Business image, email, and mobile etiquette
  • Polished writing skills that get results
  • Our most popular module is on business dining savvy—from hosting to guest etiquette—brought to life through a guided three-course dining experience.

You’ll also receive a comprehensive 80+ page Action Guide, participate in interactive practice sessions, explore dynamic multimedia visuals, and enjoy plenty of time for real-world Q&A. Bring your questions—we encourage it.
Click the button for a full outline of the course and registration.

LARKSPUR (MARIN); SAN FRANCISCO, and MENLO PARK (MP)
Youth Good Manners & Dining Etiquette

This 3-hour seminar is totally fun and interactive. Youths learn the fundamentals of giving a great first impression for all occasions, including handshaking, eye contact, self-introductions, proper posture, and thank-you notes. The highlight is mastering great table manners through a 3-course tutorial lunch. Parents are encouraged to attend, too. See below for details and registration.
Suggested for ages 9-13. 

IN LARKSPUR (MARIN), SAN FRANCISCO, and MENLO PARK (MP)
Teen Etiquette Confidence

A 5-hour seminar for teens to master the fundamental skills to give a great first impression in business and social events, gain critical skills when interviewing for a job or college, and receive tips on dating and attending various social events.   Parents are encouraged to attend, too.  See below for details and registration.

The first three hours are in the same class as the Youth seminar participants for in-person attendance. The final two hours are for teens only. 
Suggested for ages 15-18.

IN LARKSPUR (MARIN), SAN FRANCISCO, and MENLO PARK (MP)
A "Parent add-on" to attend the "Good Manners and Dining Etiquette" with their Youth or Teen participant

In this combined 3-hour seminar among youths and teens, parents are highly encouraged to attend and participate with their child/children. Parents gain skills for themselves and become better informed on how to practice and reinforce skills at home for the entire family. This seminar gives everyone greater confidence and awareness of the vital skills discussed in the Youth Good Manners and Dining Etiquette seminar.

A special discount is provided as an incentive for parents to attend.  After all, a parent typically drops off and picks up the child anyway.  Why not stay to master crucial skills for your personal and professional development and enjoy the tutorial lunch to gain extra tips on reinforcing skills at home?

IN SAN FRANCISCO, and MARIN (ROSS) in Summer 2026... 
Back by popular demand...
Afternoon Tea and Etiquette this Summer 2026

Throughout the world, Afternoon Tea has become an excellent alternative to hosting guests, rather than a business breakfast or lunch, and getting together with friends. Attend this fun and informative seminar to learn all about the world of tea, its history, and all the ins and outs of taking tea.

IN LARKSPUR (MARIN) in Fall 2026... 
Successful Entertaining and Formal Dining
Attend this elegant, interactive, and informative evening event to master the many aspects of being the host with the most, from start to finish, when entertaining for business and pleasure. Plus, everyone ends the evening enjoying an actual 9-course, formal European-style dinner, with pours of wine, as part of the course. This is truly a unique and excellent way to enjoy a date night.

Training Location:
All classes are held in San Francisco or Larkspur (Marin), California, and are convenient to local public parking and public transportation.  The exact location will be noted in final confirmations, generally within 15 days of the seminar date.  

For participants arriving by air, bus, or train, email Syndi for information on the most convenient methods of transportation and accommodations to the training location.

To arrange private group seminars in other locations, please contact Syndi at Info@AdvancedEtiquette.com. Syndi loves traveling anywhere in the world to deliver her unique learning experiences. 

Throughout the year, receive a 10% discount when you...
A) enroll in any current year (2026) seminar during our annual discount period, typically in February and in conjunction with the Chinese/Lunar New Year.  In 2025, everyone was lucky to receive extra discount days. 
B) become a new subscriber to our "Etiquette Tip of the Month" e-newsletter, and within the first five days of signing up, you will get the discount.   
C) are a repeat participant (alumni) from any past Advanced Etiquette seminar.
D) are members of at least one of these many organizations Syndi supports annually.  To be added to the list, invite Syndi to speak at your organization:

  • Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association
  • Ascend Leadership
  • Asian Business League
  • Asian Leaders Alliance
  • Coalition of Asian American Government Employees, City and County of San Francisco 
  • Corporate Asian American Employee Network
  • Marin Convention & Visitors Bureau
  • National Association of Asian American Professionals - All chapters
  • National Association of Women Business Owners, All chapters, sponsors, and members of an affiliate organization
  • San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
  • USPAACC - United States Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce
  • Wednesday Morning Dialogue

E) Could you tell us where you heard Syndi speak at a specific event? Please provide the name of the event and the date you attended.

or,
F) Register three or more participants for the same seminar simultaneously.

We look forward to being of service and seeing you in 2026!