About Graceful & Poised
Empowering professionals worldwide to navigate complex business landscapes with confidence, grace, and diplomacy.
Our Mission
In today's high-stakes global business environment, success is not just about strategy and operations—it's about mastering the invisible skills of influence, trust, and leadership presence. At Graceful and Poised, we go beyond traditional etiquette and protocol to transform leaders into high-level influencers who command respect, build trust, and close deals with power and precision.
We equip professionals and organizations with expert-led, practical solutions that seamlessly integrate modern business protocol, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and leadership best practices. Our holistic approach empowers leaders to stand out, communicate with impact, and navigate high-level business interactions with confidence and poise.
Vision Statement
"To empower professionals worldwide to navigate complex and diverse business landscapes with confidence, grace, and diplomacy, fostering a world driven by inclusion and refined leadership."
Why Choose Graceful and Poised?
We Don't Just Teach—We Transform Leaders and Organizations.
Strategic Advisory Approach
We partner with you as trusted advisors to solve complex business challenges—not just as trainers.
Business Outcome Focused
Our programs are designed to increase market share, accelerate negotiations, and build stronger leadership pipelines.
Global Perspective, Local Expertise
Our consultants bring a wealth of international experience, ensuring culturally relevant solutions for every market.
Who We Help
C-Suite Executives, professionals & business Leaders aiming to amplify their executive presence and strategic influence on a global scale.
High-Performance Teams & Emerging Leaders needing to master cultural intelligence, relationship management, and executive power dynamics.
Luxury Brands, Corporations, hospitality, nonprofit and Diplomatic Organizations seeking to build unshakable trust, avoid cultural missteps, and secure high-stakes deals worldwide.
Meet Our Founder
Doreen Agbabiaka
Certified International Business & Diplomatic Protocol Consultant, Image Strategist, and Leadership Trainer. As the Founder & Principal of Graceful and Poised, she is passionate about helping professionals, business leaders, and organizations navigate today's complex, global business landscape with confidence, diplomacy, and cultural intelligence.
With over a decade of experience in business image management, personal branding, and leadership development, she brings a unique, international perspective—seamlessly blending time-honored protocol with modern leadership principles. Her background in marketing and international business allows her to tailor her approach to each client's specific goals, ensuring they project credibility, influence, and executive presence.
She has had the privilege of working with universities and professionals worldwide. Through strategic communication, business protocol, and emotional intelligence, her goal is to empowers individuals and teams to earn, lead, and win in a diverse, evolving business world.
Ready to Transform Your Leadership?
Discover how Graceful and Poised can help you and your organization navigate the complexities of global business with confidence and sophistication.