About ICMG UK
ICMG UK is managed by Sue Oliver ICMG and her husband, Mark. Established in 2014 by Angela and Ian Caley, ICMG UK was set up to promote the highest standards in professional grooming. Sue has been involved with ICMG for many years and has played a key role in developing its qualifications.
Operating under International Professional Groomers (IPG) in the USA, led by Linda Easton, ICMG UK manages the UK and European licence for the International Certified Master Groomer (ICMG) programme.
ICMG is committed to high grooming standards, with animal welfare at its core. Our exams are designed to recognise the knowledge and skills of passionate, capable groomers.
Sue Oliver
Sue has enjoyed over 30 years' experience in dog grooming including running dog grooming courses in both Derby College and her own grooming school in Stanley Common Derbyshire.
Sue is an International Certified Master Groomer (ICMG) and has Qualified Teaching and Learning Status (QTLS). Sue holds the City and Guilds 7750 Level 3 Advanced Dog Grooming Qualification along with many more.
Sue works closely with the dog grooming industry to promote the highest standards.
Mark Witham
Mark is Sue’s right-hand man and supports the running of ICMG in many ways. Mark is keen to talk to people and help them with any matters on ICMG.
Mark sets up grooming examinations and helps with correspondence to anyone enquiring into ICMG. You will often see Mark at grooming events offering advice and guidance on the ICMG trade stand.
Shelley Hopkin
Shelley is an ICMG Examiner and is proud to be part of the ICMG family being a qualified ICMG, City & Guilds Advanced Groomer, educator, certifier and assessor within the animal care industry.
Shelley is passionate and enthusiastic with a strong desire to maintain the highest of standards, quality and education with a particular love and devotion to the world of dog grooming and the unique qualities and opportunities offered through ICMG and our wonderful ICMG family.