Toya Corbett, Ph.d. ’97
Toya Corbett received her BA in Psychology degree from UNC Charlotte’s College of Humanities and Earth and Social Sciences, and is a rockstar trainer, leadership strategist, and executive coach dedicated to empowering others with the confidence and courage to achieve their unique version of success. Known as The Etiquette Doctor, Corbett captivates audiences with her expertise in etiquette, executive presence, and networking strategies. Her company has been featured in Forbes, and she writes an etiquette column for VISTAS magazine that focuses on food, wine and entertaining. During her time as a student, Toya participated in the SAFE program, SGA, hall council, Emerging Leaders, the Black Student Union, Order of Omega, and she pledged the Kappa Kappa chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. As an act of gratitude for all that she learned and experienced at Charlotte, she and her best friend created the Friends-Giving Scholarship which supports students active in the SAFE program and student organizations. Her accolades include the prestigious Aspiring Leaders Program at Rutgers University and the Excellence in Leadership Award from UNC Charlotte’s Black Alumni Chapter.