The Diamex Team, founded in October 2022, brings together seven talented groomers who share a common passion for the art of grooming. This close-knit team has become a true family, where laughter, mutual help, and support are at the heart of everything we do. Under the leadership of Feryal Labed, the team thrives in a caring and stimulating environment that fosters each member’s personal growth. Together, every team member grows, progresses, and strives for excellence in competitions, all while cultivating a strong team spirit and commitment.
“Alone we go faster, together we go further”.
FERYAL LABED
TEAM COORDINATOR
Feryal Labed has been a dog groomer and the manager of a grooming salon for 25 years. Her professional background is enriched by in-depth training in dog training, canine behavior, and animal massage techniques. Today, Feryal Labed trains future groomers, sharing her experience with patience and kindness. Her educational approach, which combines practical and theoretical knowledge, enables her students to develop strong skills and prepare for a successful career in grooming.
In addition to her professional skills, Feryal plays a key role within the Diamex Team as a coordinator. She leads the team with passion and dedication, supervising training sessions and supporting the team during competition trips. Her role extends beyond organization: she also ensures that every member feels valued, heard, and supported, thereby creating a positive and motivating work environment. Her ability to foster a harmonious atmosphere and her skill in managing interpersonal relationships make Feryal a central figure for the Diamex Team.
CHARLOTTE ACCETTINI
INTERMEDIATE
Charlotte began her training in 2009, earned her diploma in 2012, and opened her salon, Chacha Toilettage, a year later. Passionate about her craft, she continues to develop her skills by participating in advanced training courses and refining her techniques through hours of practice on her dogs, who love being pampered. From her very first competition, Charlotte stood out by winning the Best Transformation award in the Beginner (Beginner) category. This new challenge sparked a fresh passion in Charlotte, and when she had the opportunity to try out for the Diamex Team in October 2022, she didn’t hesitate for a second and went for it. Naturally, her talent and hard work dazzled the coaches, and she joined the team for a new and exhilarating adventure.
Since then, Charlotte has competed in several international competitions alongside the Diamex Team, notably in Belgium, England, and Sweden. After a brief hiatus to welcome her daughter into the world, Charlotte has made a strong comeback to the competition circuit.
LAURA CLAIR
POODLE CHAMPION
Laura began her training as a dog groomer in 2014, entering a field she is passionate about. After earning her diploma, she fulfilled her dream by opening her own salon, EstiDog, on January 1, 2018. This space allows her to fully embrace her passion: caring for the dogs in her charge every day. At the same time, Laura is actively involved with the Canifed association, where she stands out as a dedicated instructor, appreciated by both her colleagues and her students.
In 2016, Laura began competing in grooming competitions, an experience that allowed her to measure her skills against those of other talented professionals. These competitions became a true opportunity for her to learn and improve, encouraging her to push her limits. Her talent and potential quickly set her apart. In October 2023, Laura joined the Diamex Team, continuing her professional growth while remaining committed to competitions, where she continues to excel. Always striving for improvement, she constantly seeks to expand her skills and give her very best, whether in the ring or in her day-to-day work.
DOROTA KIEZEL
HANDSTRIPPING OPEN | PURE BREED OPEN
Dorota has always been a true animal lover. From an early age, she dreamed of having a multitude of dogs around her, and this dream has come true, far beyond her expectations. A grooming graduate since 2014, Dorota has quickly made a name for herself in her profession thanks to her determination, talent and unwavering dedication. For her, her work is much more than just a professional activity, it’s a true vocation. Dorota ensures that each dog in her care receives the best possible care on a daily basis.
In February 2023, Dorota was given the opportunity to join the Diamex Team after an initial training session that revealed her full potential. A few months later, she took part in her first grooming competition, an experience that proved to be a real revelation. Enthralled by this new adventure, Dorota went on to compete successfully in England, Greece, Romania, Norway, Poland and elsewhere. Each time she takes part, Dorota is acclaimed by her peers and the judges, not only for her talent, but also for her infectious joie de vivre, which makes each competition even more memorable.
MELANIE SCHMIT
PURE BREED OPEN
Mélanie is a renowned Pomeranian groomer and breeder who has won numerous awards (Belgian Champion, Luxembourg Champion, International Champion, etc.). Her passion for this breed began in 2006 when she adopted Datcha, her first Spitz—an encounter that changed her life. Raised in the world of dog shows, Mélanie trained in grooming Pomeranians under the guidance of the breed’s leading experts to prepare her dogs for dog shows. Driven by her passion for this breed, she began breeding and grooming them alongside her career in social work. As she honed her skills, Mélanie combined her favorite techniques to develop her own unique style. Today, she is recognized as a world-renowned expert in grooming Spitz breeds. In 2022, she met the Diamex Team at a competition and was invited to participate in a tryout to join the team. Impressed by the group’s energy, Mélanie—despite her busy schedule—agreed to take on this new challenge. She thus began competing in grooming competitions with the Diamex Team, first with her Pomeranians and more recently with Bichon Frisés. For Mélanie, competition, challenges, and the adrenaline rush are essential motivators; she’s always ready to embark on the next adventure.
MOLLY TAMINIAUX
POODLE CHAMPION | PURE BREED OPEN
In 2021, Molly attended the Golden Groomer, the very first grooming competition she had ever been to. At the event, Molly was amazed and inspired by the work the competitors were doing in the ring. It was a turning point for her; she immediately wanted to be in those groomers’ shoes, to step into the ring and pursue her passion. It was also there that she first discovered the Diamex Team.
It was with great enthusiasm that Molly began her grooming training in June 2022. Less than a year later, she competed in her very first show, the Diamex Master Groomer, and in September 2023, she joined the Diamex Team, becoming its youngest member. Molly is a promising young groomer who, from her very first appearances in grooming competitions, has made a name for herself by winning first place in her category several times.
In June 2024, Molly took her first steps as a dog handler, competing in the ring of honor with a young Poodle. The following month, she opened her grooming salon, Chez Molly et Lucie.
