The Judges
UMBERTO LEHMANN 
A legendary groomer, coach, and the president of our jury.
Do you know who stands behind the success of hundreds of groomers worldwide? Umberto opened his first salon in Milan back in 1985 and has since become an icon in the world of dog grooming!
A world champion, international judge, trainer of over 500 students, and president of the European Grooming Association.
His experience ranges from prestigious competitions to organizing the world's biggest events, such as the World Team Grooming Championship.
Umberto has been honored for his lifetime achievements in Spain, England, and the USA – and we are thrilled to see him in action!
KITTY DEKEERSGIETER 
A globally recognized groomer and organizer of Groomania in Belgium, Kitty Dekeersgieter is an icon in the grooming industry, a top handler, and a professional groomer. She has prepared and presented countless champions at prestigious shows worldwide.
World champion in Poodle grooming, International Groomer of the Year (Cardinal Crystal Achievement Award), Grooming competition judge and European Grooming Association member, Trainer, speaker, and YouTuber.
Co-founder of Transgroom, a company specializing in professional grooming products. She has designed over 2,500 products that have shaped the grooming industry.
Kitty inspires groomers worldwide, helping them improve both their skills and businesses. Want to learn from the best? You can soon sign up for her seminar!
KITTY PONNET 
Kitty is an internationally renowned groomer, judge, and trainer with over 30 years of experience in the field. She specializes in precise cuts following FCI standards, and her passion for detail and perfection places her among the elite of global grooming.
Certified grooming competition judge worldwide, Owner of a salon and academy for professional groomers, Multiple-time winner of prestigious competitions, Key figure in Transgroom – Europe's leading supplier of grooming products.
Through her work at Transgroom, Kitty stays ahead of the latest trends, technologies, and products that elevate grooming to the next level. Her expertise ensures that competition participants receive valuable insights and professional feedback.