About the Founder

Learn From An Expert, Judith Rasband.

Conselle founder and director of the Conselle Institute of Image Management, Judith holds a master's degree specializing in the artistic, social, and psychological aspects of dress and image. With a passion for the work, this dynamic professional has experienced 40 years in the field as educator, author, columnist, speaker, consultant, stylist, and video producer.

An international authority on image management, Judith is a presenter, consultant, and coach to private individuals, civic, corporate, government, and educational organizations and associations throughout the U.S. and Canada–presenting more than 250 seminars in a year. She has worked with corporate and association clients such as Texaco, IBM, State Farm, Marriott Corporation, Century 21, AT&T, Procter & Gamble, the Dietetics Association, The Canadian Needlecraft Association, Madeleine Direct, Juvenile Courts of Utah, Talbots, Holy Cross Hospital, First Security Bank, Burda, Bernina of America, Arthur Anderson, U.S. Department of Education, and countless others.

A member of the Association of Image Consultants International, Judith received the AICI Image Makers Merit of Industry Excellence award, the prestigious IMMIE, identifying her as one of the top image professionals internationally. She was awarded Master status in 2000, the first CIM awards to be given. She also affiliates with the International Textiles and Apparel Association, the Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, and the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers. Currently, she is Fashion Education Director for the Tailored Apparel, Jewelry, and Accessories Council.

Judith is a high-energy seminar presenter and an excellent example of a successful entrepreneur. An entertaining and inspiring speaker, she brings humor and perspective to everyday image and wardrobe challenges. As an image management professional, she is an agent of change with practical and immediately applicable techniques and strategies for taking charge of appearance. Seminar participants appreciate her authentic concern for others. Her ability to zero in on the immediate needs of individuals results in outstanding levels of personal development and goal achievement. She makes a difference.

Judith is author of text and trade books that include the Image Management Quick Reference Guide, Wardrobe Strategies, Fabulous Fit™, the industry classic Fitting and Pattern Alteration, as well as award winning videos LookChangers™ and 5 EASY PIECES™. All are used in schools, universities and at F.I.T. Her articles have appeared in such publications as USA Today, Entrepreneur, Glamour, European Stars & Stripes, Threads, and Image Update as well as numerous newspapers nationwide. She has appeared on television shows such as GMA and Oprah, as well as scores of regional news and talk shows.

Judith grew up in Washington State and now resides in Utah–at the base of a 12,000 ft. mountain. With her husband, physicist Neil Rasband, she raised four children and delights in eight grandchildren. In her youth Judi's life revolved around theater and dance, interests which continue to bring her joy. She loves to travel, checking out interesting restaurants and historic homes worldwide.

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