Nathanael Chawkin is a leadership coach, spiritual guide, and the Founder & CEO of Palæstra Leadership, where he works with CEOs and executive teams to build deeply aligned and high-trust cultures. He specializes in developing Deliberately Developmental Organizations (DDOs), helping leaders embrace vulnerability, honest feedback, and peer coaching so that everyone can grow — personally and professionally.

With over 15 years of experience, Nathanael brings a unique, embodied approach to leadership: he’s a martial arts and mindfulness meditation instructor, holds a second-degree black belt in Aikido, and practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He holds a BA from Maharishi International University and an MA in Integral Psychology & Coaching from JFK University. In addition to his executive work, he founded Guardian Training, a men’s work methodology that integrates mixed martial arts, conflict resolution, and shadow work to support the awakening of the “sacred masculine.” He also leads Awakening Leadership, a journey for conscious leaders that weaves in plant medicine, mindfulness, and deep personal transformation.

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