Houston, TX

A 2nd generation groomer, Judi began bathing dogs at the age of 9. After attending Intergroom in1991 as a vendor selling dryers for the family business, she was drawn to become a professional groomer. Within a year she was in contest ring and quickly stepped to the challenges of competing. After 10 years of success in both the Creative and Breed Profile Styling competitions, Judi moved on to the next level in her career. Since 2000, she has hosted the Lone Star Groomer's Conference, served as Coordinator of Groom Team USA, and acted as a board member of the Groomers Emergency Assistance Fund. She was honored in both 2004 and 2005 with an invitation to participate in the Tournament of Champions. "I really feel like I came full circle after judging the Creative Styling Competition at Groom Texas in 2019, as Creative Styling is where my contest career started"

Judi owns a thriving mobile grooming business, serving the who's who of Houston. Since becoming an Elite Team member she has traveled from coast to coast as a well known speaker within the industry. Passionate about working with young groomers, she loves to teach and empower others through the craft of grooming.