About
This work has been forged under pressure. Nothing I teach or practise was learned in a comfort zone.
I began my career at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 2011, commissioning into the Royal Gurkha Rifles. A year later, at my physical peak, I was diagnosed with Stage 2 cancer. Offered a medical discharge, I chose to continue.
That period forced a confrontation with identity; not as theory, but as something tested under real consequence. It reshaped how I understand resilience, decision-making, and what it means to lead and perform when there is no margin for avoidance. Those lessons continue to underpin my work today.
My military service included operational deployments, jungle warfare training, and time within a discreet counter-terrorism unit. These environments demanded clarity, accountability, and the ability to act decisively under pressure; without losing alignment.
Alongside service, I pursued academic study in philosophy and psychology, completing a BSc in Philosophy & Ethics and an MSc in Psychology, and qualifying as an internationally qualified coach. I am currently undertaking doctoral research in moral psychology, examining how identity holds—or fractures—under pressure, with a focus on identity fusion and ethical decision-making.
I now serve as an Associate Professor at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where I lead on leadership development, and as a visiting lecturer at the University of Liverpool. This work is not separate from my practice; it sharpens it.
The result is a body of work that is both rigorous and operational. Grounded in experience, informed by research, and designed for people who are required to perform, decide, and lead when it counts.
Outside of work, I train in mixed martial arts, spend time with my family and my faithful hound, Cub, and read widely across fantasy and historical fiction. In 2026, I will be taking on ultra-distance running; another way of testing physical and mental limits.
Origin
The coaching industry is crowded and noisy ; a vast 'Red Sea' of programs, many of which offer little preparation for the pressures of high-stakes work. I founded Veritas High Performance to cut through that noise and bridge the gap between theory and real-world capability. Having faced my own share of adversity, I understand that the person sitting opposite you must be credible, experienced, and unwaveringly supportive. Veritas stands out through the convergence of academic rigour and operational experience: internationally recognised qualifications, practical leadership in high-pressure environments, and a servant mindset, all focused on guiding individuals through pressure, challenge, and growth.
Mission
My intent is to help individuals cultivate authenticity, resilience, and psychological stability, and to understand their identity clearly so that they can act deliberately under pressure. The goal is simple: operate with clarity, purpose, and considered focus, making decisions that align with who you are, sustain your effectiveness, and allow you to navigate high-pressure environments with confidence. This is realised through disciplined self-inquiry, reflection, and the ongoing development of personal mastery.
Ethos
Veritas [truth in Latin] lies at the heart of our ethos. The VHP logo, a Spartan shield inverted to form a “V”, represents the protection and strength that truth provides. Those who pursue truth must embody ambition, bravery, curiosity, and determination. Those capable of wielding it demonstrate selflessness, resilience, confidence, competence, and considered character; qualities that underpin authentic leadership, moral courage, and sustained performance under pressure.
Memento mori
Remember you must die
Memento vivre
Remember you must live
PhD: Moral Psychology (ongoing)
MSc: Psychology - Distinction
BA: Philosophy & Ethics - 2.1 Hons
Professional Certified Coach
Associate Certified Coach
Advanced Leadership Coaching
High Performance Coaching
Leadership Coaching
Fundamentals of Coaching