WHEN SOMEONE INTRODUCES JACKE
It is truly my honor and privilege to introduce an extraordinary woman whose work,
passion, and purpose continue to transform lives across the globe.
Jackie Vernon-Thompson is a Certified Etiquette Expert, Consultant, and an Amazon #1
Best-Selling Author of Transformative Etiquette. She has dedicated her life to empowering
individuals with the tools of confidence, professionalism, and refinement. With a Bachelor
of Science degree in Communication, Jackie blends her academic excellence with her
natural ability to teach, inspire, and uplift.
As the founder of From the Inside-Out School of Etiquette, Jackie has reached countless
children, young men, women, and professionals with her engaging and impactful approach
to etiquette. Whether she is teaching American and Continental dining styles, business
protocol, or social graces, Jackie leaves her students not only more polished—but more
confident in who they are. Her influence spans internationally having over 4 million
followers on social media, which makes her impact undeniable.
Through her five-week Certification Master Class. She has certified over 340 consultants
across the U.S., Canada, the UK, Jamaica, Dubai, Bangladesh, various countries in Africa
and beyond—multiplying the reach of etiquette and its power to transform.
Her expertise has been sought and featured in some of the most prestigious outlets in
media, including USA Today, Newsweek, Southern Living, The New York Post, and The Daily
Mail UK. She has also graced the stages of NBC News, CBS News, The Daytime Show
Chicago, FOX Detroit TV and even The View.
Jackie’s impact goes far beyond her professional accomplishments. She is a philanthropist
and community leader at heart. Through her nonprofit organization, Youth Empowerment
Village, Inc., she provides free 5-week summer programming for children 10-17, teaching
them public speaking, professionalism, financial awareness, and proper etiquette—
empowering them to step into their futures with excellence. “Since its inception in 2017,
this program has flourished, strengthened by the unwavering love and support of her
husband, Jerome Thompson, and the steadfast dedication of its board members.
During those five weeks, Jackie’s students undergo a profound transformation. They
emerge not only with greater poise and refinement, also with sharpened communication
skills, renewed confidence, and a deeper sense of self-worth.
Jackie gives all glory to God for using her as a vessel to inspire, guide, and empower the
next generation of leaders.
She is more than an etiquette expert—she is a visionary, a trailblazer, and a woman of deep
purpose and faith. She inspires with every word she speaks, every class she teaches, and
every life she touches.
Please join me in welcoming Ms. Jackie Vernon-Thompson.”