The Elegance Advisor’s Rise: From Global Citizen to Global Mentor
Dr. Taylor Elizabeth Bodrie Perramond, widely known as “The Elegance Advisor,” has become a beacon of empowerment and transformation. Based in Dubai, UAE, she has dedicated her life to helping individuals and organizations embrace elegance, emotional intelligence, and self-development.
With over 15 years of experience across 22 markets and five continents, Dr. Taylor has worked with CEOs, diplomats, educators, and influencers. Her mission is to redefine elegance—not just as a visual aesthetic but as a mindset rooted in emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and authentic leadership.
From Diplomatic Roots to Global Impact
Dr. Taylor’s journey is as diverse as her clientele. She holds a diploma in Etiquette and Protocol from Institut Villa Pierrefeu, an MBA in International Business from The George Washington University, and a Master’s in European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies from The Elliott School of International Affairs. Her certifications include Life Coaching, Emotional Intelligence Coaching, Positive Psychology, and NLP Practitioner Coaching.
Her multicultural background and academic achievements have equipped her to bridge cultural divides and foster understanding across diverse communities. This unique blend of education and experience has made her a sought-after advisor in the realms of personal branding, etiquette, and emotional intelligence.
Building The Elegance Advisor: A Vision Born from Purpose
In 2019, Dr. Taylor founded The Elegance Advisor Consultancy with the vision of transforming lives through elegance and emotional intelligence. Her approach goes beyond surface-level etiquette; she delves deep into mindset shifts, helping clients overcome limiting beliefs and develop authentic leadership presence.
Her consultancy offers private and group training programs tailored to enhance professionalism, effective communication, and cross-cultural sensitivity. By empowering individuals to embrace elegance from within, she fosters personal growth and resilience .
Navigating Challenges: Resilience in the Face of Adversity
Launching a consultancy focused on etiquette and emotional intelligence during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic posed significant challenges. Dr. Taylor had to pivot quickly, transitioning her services to online platforms and leveraging social media to reach a broader audience.
She recalls, “It was an overwhelming time. I had to reformulate what I was doing; I had to adapt very quickly and switch to online and to social media to get my message out and to have more presence. I shifted my entire business model, and at first, that was a struggle”.
Her resilience and adaptability not only sustained her business but also expanded her reach, allowing her to impact lives globally.
Accolades and Recognition: Celebrating Excellence
Dr. Taylor’s contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including:
- Excellence in Education Award at the Education 2.0 Conference, 2024
- International Award of Inspirational Leadership
- Global Business Excellence in Social Impact
- Mentor, UN Women
- Crea Global Award (2022, 2023)
- Most Inspiring UAE Women Entrepreneurs (2023)
- Al Saihati Award for Intercultural Awareness (2023)
- World’s 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders to Watch (2023)
- Outstanding Mentor of the Year (Observe Now, Dubai 2024)
- Women Leading in Education and Entrepreneurship (2024)
These accolades underscore her unwavering commitment to fostering growth, resilience, and self-awareness in individuals and organizations worldwide.
Empowering Through Education: A Global Influence
Dr. Taylor’s influence extends to prestigious institutions and schools, where she leads transformative programs aimed at enhancing professionalism and effective communication. Notably, she currently leads a transformative emotional intelligence program for the Maharaja of Udaipur at the Maharana Mewar Public School. She also works with leading schools and universities in Mumbai and Delhi, creating bespoke programs to enhance professionalism and effective communication .
Her work emphasizes the importance of etiquette, effective communication, and emotional intelligence in both personal and professional settings, helping individuals elevate their professionalism and cross-cultural sensitivity.
A Lifestyle of Elegance: Living the Brand
Dr. Taylor embodies the principles she teaches. Her lifestyle reflects a commitment to elegance, mindfulness, and continuous self-improvement. Through her social media presence, she shares insights, tips, and inspiration, encouraging her audience to embrace elegance in all aspects of life.
Her Instagram account, @theeleganceadvisor, serves as a platform to connect with a global community, offering a glimpse into her philosophy and the transformative power of elegance and emotional intelligence.
Looking Ahead: A Vision for the Future
As she continues to expand her consultancy, Dr. Taylor remains focused on deepening her network and growing her business in the GCC and UAE markets. She continuously offers new resources to her clients and community, aiming to help them grow and evolve to be the best versions of themselves .
Her message to aspiring entrepreneurs is clear: “Keep on working and striving harder and harder but do not to your detriment and the detriment of your health, relationships, and business. Allow space for self-compassion, for grace and remember to enjoy the journey of being an entrepreneur, it is a unique one and not like the journey of working for a company. It’s a very different journey
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