Nathaniel Peat is an academic and successful entrepreneur, pilot, musician, martial arts expert and public speaker with an insatiable appetite for success. In 1997 Nathaniel embarked on his journey with a BEng (hons) Degree in Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics (Brunel University) he then went on to study for his Master of Science degree in Advanced Systems Engineering. During his years at university, Nathaniel’s personal interests encouraged his proactive involvement in several organisations. Nathaniel’s strong entrepreneurial nature soon led him to be dubbed the ‘young black Richard Branson’. In his 29 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 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 4th Dan (degree) Black Belt in 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). Currently the Vice President of Yudansha Kobujitsu Karatedoh Federation (United Kingdom), to date Peat Sensei has coached students up to National level helping them to achieve various national titles.
Equipped with this strict discipline, Nathaniel has used his 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 classes in schools in and around the capital, dealing with conflict resolution, anti-social behaviour, confidence building and personal safety. Recently Nathaniel has been publicly accredited for his hard work at 2007/08 nationwide Enterprising Young Brits Awards (Make Your Mark).

Nathaniel scooped two awards, beating 20 strong finalists, including the people’s Choice Award presented by Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
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 advertising.
Nathaniel in his short time has already had numerous UK Television appearances covering every major UK TV channel these include interviews for BBC 1, ITV, GMTV, Channel 4, Channel 5 and Sky 1. He has also contributed to short documentaries relating to youth violence.

His most recent TV appearance was on an entrepreneur BBC reality program called The Last Millionaire where he won after starting a business from scratch in Cairo, Egypt beating fellow entrepreneurs that failed to make a substantial enough profit. http://www.bbc.co.uk/lastmillionaire/entrepreneurs/nathaniel.shtml

Musician

Nathaniel is a multi-talented individual and in addition to being a martial arts expert, engineer and entrepreneur he is also a musician.

Nathaniel began to play the violin at age 9 and by 14 he was good enough to audition for the Haringey Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra (HYMSO) he performed with HYMSO for 2 years in both the UK and abroad.  During his time with HYMSO he played at several prestigious events and for various dignitaries. At age 15 Nathaniel had the honour to play with his orchestra under the direction of internationally acclaimed conductor Sir Simon Rattle. His final performance with HYMSO was of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op.125 "Choral", magnificent piece which included a full strong Choral, 4 Opera singers as well as the youth orchestra.

Nathaniel‘s musical ability spread successfully over towards the saxophone and at age 15  he was accepted into the nationally acclaimed Haringey Youth Big Band and Jazz ensemble performing big band pieces across England and abroad. The Jazz band was very successful and he played in the 1995 National Festival of Music for Youth which was recorded and held at  The Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank in front of over 1000 youth.

In 1997 Nathaniel started Brunel University and auditioned amongst 30 other selected students for The Brunel University 1997 Music Bursary Award. He was very successfully and was awarded one of 4 full bursaries that were awarded to the best musical students of the 30. Nathaniel became highly active in Brunel Symphony Orchestra as well as the University Big Band.

Since 2000 onwards Nathaniel has further developed his musical skills by becoming a soloist. He has played with world class musicians and has experience working in 3 piece brass sections. Nathaniel now plays for private functions and speaking engagements where he adds an edge to his talks by using music as a feel good factor to the audience.

His style is focussed around gospel, neo soul, reggae and jazz music genres.  

 

 


 



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