About the Sydney Model and Etiquette College
Sydney Model and Sydney Etiquette College were established in 1993. Both businesses which aim to help give people confidence so they can achieve their potential in life.
Val Edwards
The journey of creating opportunities for independent-minded individuals began in Val’s childhood. She admired her parents as role models and positive values and behaviours were ingrained in Val, teaching her that good manners, humility, and respect are crucial in both social events and professional settings.
Shortly after beginning her career, Val attended an international convention while balancing the demands of motherhood. She learned the importance of feeling comfortable in various situations, from selecting appropriate wardrobe choices to understanding formal dining etiquette. These skills contributed to her success. Engaging confidently in conversations, especially when meeting new people, transformed her mindset from merely surviving to truly thriving.
Val also had the privilege of participating in significant fundraising efforts for charities, which underscored the importance of giving back to a society that had provided her with many opportunities. At Sydney Model and Etiquette College, Val imparts lessons on style, grace, integrity, respect, and confidence, preparing individuals to respond adeptly to whatever challenges the world presents. Good manners never go out of fashion, and Sydney Model and Etiquette College offers life lessons, as well as an insight into the exciting worlds of modelling, media, acting and fashion.
Val has appeared in numerous press articles on the topic of Etiquette such as the one below.
Some of Val’s Career Achievements
In 2000, she was honoured to be asked by the Australian Olympic Committee to serve as an Attaché for the 27th Olympiad in Sydney.
At the same Olympics, Sydney Model Agency’s models were selected by French and Italian Olympic team leaders to welcome dignitaries to hosted official functions at various hospitality venues.
Additionally, Sydney Etiquette College was chosen by the Australian Olympic Committee to train 150 Medal Presenting Staff. This training was for both male and female medal presenters and included perfecting posture and displaying professionalism and confidence.
As an expert in etiquette Edwards has also contributed as a media commentator.
In 2018, Val was presented with an exciting opportunity to write a weekly 400-word column for three Sydney magazines, including the Mosman Daily and North Shore times. She thoroughly enjoyed writing the ninety columns, responding to emailed questions.
An etiquette class she attended at 17 launched her into the Miss Australia Quest, where she raised the most money in her region for the Cerebral Palsy Alliance. Today, she continues to support many charities.
Val believes in continued learning, and she thoroughly enjoys contributing to the manners and respect of each generation through running Sydney Model and Etiquette College’s school holiday courses.
