Biography
Nathaniel Peat is an academic and successful entrepreneur, pilot, musician, martial arts expert and public speaker with an insatiable appetite for success. Nathaniel was born to Jamaican parents. In 1997 Nathaniel embarked on his journey with a BEng (hons) Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Brunel University) he then went on to study for his Master of Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineering. During his years at university, Nathaniel’s personal interests encouraged his proactive involvement in several organisations. In his 30 years he has already achieved more than most have in a lifetime. From a young age his passion for both music and martial arts have seen him professionally exceed in both these areas. As a highly acclaimed musician Nathaniel has performed at many prestigious concerts worldwide and is constantly inundated with bookings for private functions. Following his membership of Haringey Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra (1994-1997) Nathaniel decided to share his passion for playing music through one-to-one private tuition of the saxophone and violin respectively whilst at University where he was awarded a music bursary in 1997 for his contribution to music.
With over 20 years experience in martial arts, Nathaniel (who has achieved sensei status - (Japanese title meaning “honourable, accomplished teacher”) holds the rank of 5th Dan 'Renshi' Black Belt in Okinawa Karate and is a well respected instructor and coach. His solid knowledge in authentic martial arts extends several disciplines including Karate, Ju-Jitsu and Kobudo (weapons). Previously the Vice President of Yudansha Kobujitsu Karatedoh Federation (United Kingdom), to date Peat Sensei has coached students up to International level helping them to achieve various national titles. His team competed once again this year at the 2010 BUCS Championships and yet again proved their abilities walking away with 14 medals, 6 of which were Gold.
Equipped with this strict discipline, Nathaniel has used his academic skill and martial arts training as the backbone to his company, The Safety Box.
In his mission to make a difference in society, The Safety Box seeks to encourage and develop youngsters into achieving and bettering themselves through a wide range of interpersonal courses. Specifically tailored in line with the national curriculum the courses are taught through PSHE/PE/Enrichment/Citizenship/PLTS and Enterprise classes within schools in and around England, dealing with conflict resolution, anti-social behaviour, confidence building, leadership, motivation, enterprise, entrepreneurship and personal safety.
Nathaniel has been publicly accredited for his hard work at 2007/08 nationwide Enterprising Young Brits Awards. Nathaniel was the first person to scoop two awards, beating 20 strong finalists, including the people’s Choice Award presented by former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown stated:
“...this is exceptional work and we look forward to the future developments from your organisation, well done.”
Since his success of the prestigious Enterprise Awards Nathaniel has been invited to Number 10 Downing Street more than once and in addition has sat on round table discussions with the Prime Minister and other entrepreneurs offering advice about how entrepreneurs can change the world.
In July 2008 Nathaniel shared the stage as a co-presenter along with Dame Kelly Holmes at the Royal Albert Hall where he helped to present the BIC Awards at this prestigious awards ceremony. In January 2009 the Observer listed Nathaniel as a entrepreneur to watch and was drafted into the Elite and exclusive ‘Courvoisier Future 500.’
March 2009 saw the former Director General of the Institute of Directors (IOD), Miles Templeman, personally invite Nathaniel into this elite establishment to become a member of the (IOD).Always using superb communications and inspirational skills Nathaniel is able to work at all levels to achieve high standards of care and attention. Following the success of his many ventures (thus far) Nathaniel continues to pursue his goals and has since launched 2 more businesses the first being Creative Well Being International which is about bringing all aspects of feeling good, feeling inspired, being healthy and looking beautiful under one umbrella – it is a holistic approach to feeling good. The second being Focus Vue Imaging, which supply and produce perforated pressure sensitive window vinyl film for see-through window graphics. The film is perforated over 50% of its surface to achieve a one way visibility used for sports advertising.
Nathaniel in his short time has already had numerous UK Television and Radio appearances covering every major UK TV channel these include: BBC 1, ITV, GMTV, Channel 4, Channel 5 and Sky 1. He has also contributed to documentaries relating to youth violence for Sky, Channel 4 and the BBC. His television appearances have not been limited to the UK and in August 2009 Nathaniel appeared on TV Jamaica, Jamaica's main television channel speaking on a special business program.
The beginning of 2008 saw Nathaniel’s longest TV appearances, he was hunted down by the BBC to appear on an entrepreneur based BBC reality program called The Last Millionaire. Here he faced the ultimate business challenge; to make money from scratch in another country in just 5 days. To make it even tougher, instead of five star accommodation Nathaniel stayed in backpacker hostels and survived on a limited budget for food and drink. Nathaniel proved his entrepreneurial skills once again where he won after starting a business from scratch in Cairo, Egypt beating fellow entrepreneurs that failed to make a substantial enough profit to win a place back home.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Millionaire#Winners
August 2009 saw Nathaniel travel to Jamaica where he spoke and was an ambassador at Jamaica's first Youth Diaspora conference, at this conference he also represented as a UK ambassador for the 2009 Global Entrepreneurship Week.
The conference gained national TV exposure, inclusion into the national radio programs and featured in all national newspapers. During his visit he met the Prime Minister of Jamaica Portia Simpson-Miller and former Prime Minister Bruce Golding, the Governor General, the minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, amongst other senior politicians and influential business people.
In 2010 Nathaniel represented Great Britain as a youth delegate for the G20 Toronto young entrepreneurs summit 2010. Whilst he was there he contributed in exchanging ideas and establishing international networks and partnerships that would help drive sustainable global economic growth. The discussion points from the G20 YES were drafted into a communiqué document that was handed over to the B20 and G20 leaders.
January 2011 saw Nathaniel entered into THE POWERLIST 2011, the only magazine that celebrates and highlights the most influential black people in Britain, Nathaniel was entered into the under 40's section.
In July 2011 Nathaniel received the Brunel University Alumnus of the year for outstanding achievement which was awarded by the Vice Chancellor of the University Professor Chris Jenks at the graduation ceromony of the Department of Engineering.
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Award (Jamaica)
In 2012 Nathaniel was instrumental in assisting the Diana Award to expand internationally into Jamaica , former 100m world record holder Asafa Powell became the first International Diana Award Ambassador. On the visit he met with the Governor General, Sir Patrick AllenON, GCMG, CD, British High Commissioner to Jamaica Howard Drake OBE and the Jamaican Gov. Minster of Youth and Culture Lisa Hanna.
For full bio please email pr@nathanielpeat.com
Background and summary of achievements
- Chairman of Jamaicans Inspired UK (JamIn UK)
- Awarded the Brunel University Alumnus of the year 2011
- Entered into the 2011 Black Power list "Britain's most influential black people" under 40's
- Selected to represent UK in the G20 Toronto Young Entrepreneur Summit 2010
- Awarded Japanese honourary title of "Renshi" 2010
- Listed on the Courvoisier Observers Future 500 Next Generation List 2009
- Jamaica Diaspora Future Leader 2009
- YKKF World Karate Kata Championships Silver Medalist 2009
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Enterprise Young Brit Double award winner 2007-2008
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Winner of the BBC’s The Last Millionaire program 2008
- Enterprise UK National Ambassador (Make your Mark)
- Global Entrepreneurship Week 2009 (UK Ambassador)
- Managing Director of The Safety Box Ltd
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Joint Managing Director of Focus Vue Ltd
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Joint Director of Creative Well Being International Ltd
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UK-Vice President of Yudansha Kobujitsu Karate Doh Federation
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Manager and Owner of Brunel Kobu-jitsu Dojo
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Official Brunel University Karate Coach
- Official London Borough of Hillingdon Karate Coach for London Youth Games 2009 - http://www.londonyouthgames.org
- YKKF International Grading Examiner in Okinawa Go-Ju Ryu Karate
- Class 2 YKKF International Instructors Licence in Okinawa Go-Ju Ryu Karate
- 2008 - FAA Pilot licences (including instrument)
- 2006 - European JAA Airline Transport Pilots Licence (Theo)
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2003 - Achieved FAA Pilot Licence, USA.
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2001 - 2002 MSc in Advanced Systems Engineering
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2000 - YKKF Examiners Appointment in Okinawa Goju-Ryu
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1997 – 2001 BEng (hons) in Mechanical Engineering
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1998 – 1999 Brunel University Music Bursary Award winner
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1999 - 2000 Brunel University Senate Student Representative
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1999 - 2000 Brunel University Council Student Representative
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1999 - 2000 Member of Union of Brunel Students Parliament
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1998 - 1999 President of Brunel University African-Caribbean Society
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1997 - 1999 President of Brunel University Karate Club
Musical accomplishments:
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2005 – 2006 Joint Director Peniel Place Music Management
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2002 - 2003 Music Chair for the London Youth Federation
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1998 – 1999 Member of Brunel Symphony Orchestra
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1994 – 1997 Member of Haringey Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra
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1994 – 1997 Member of HYM Big Band
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Associated Board of the Royal School of Music Grades in Violin
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Trinity College of Music Grades in Tenor and Alto Saxophone
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