Leadership
Executive Leadership
Dr. Nathan C. Adkison
President, Founder, & Chief Executive Officer Adkison Outdoor Holdings LLC
Dr. Nathan C. Adkison is the President, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Adkison Outdoor Holdings LLC, a veteran‑led, faith‑guided parent company overseeing a growing ecosystem of outdoor brands, including Psalm 91 Outdoors, Adkison Field & Forest, and Adkison Outdoors.
A retired military chaplain and cybersecurity professional, Dr. Adkison brings more than two decades of leadership experience shaped by service, stewardship, and a deep commitment to faith‑anchored excellence. His career spans military chaplaincy, organizational leadership, crisis support, and technical operations—giving him a uniquely holistic approach to building resilient, mission‑driven businesses.
Today, he leads Adkison Outdoor Holdings with a focus on legacy, craftsmanship, and community impact. His vision is to build a multi‑brand outdoor enterprise that honors God, strengthens families, and equips people to live with purpose in the field, forest, and everyday life.
Leadership Focus Areas
- Strategic brand architecture and multi‑brand development
- Faith‑centered organizational culture and values
- Product innovation across apparel, gear, and outdoor tools
- Compliance, licensing, and audit‑ready corporate governance
- Community engagement and veteran support initiatives
- Long‑term stewardship of land, resources, and legacy
Guiding Philosophy Dr. Adkison leads with a simple but powerful conviction:
“Excellence is stewardship. Leadership is service. Legacy is built one faithful decision at a time.”
Leadership, to me, begins with stewardship. I believe every role, every responsibility, and every relationship is an opportunity to serve with integrity, humility, and purpose. My approach is shaped by years of military service, pastoral ministry, and cybersecurity leadership—fields where clarity, accountability, and character are non‑negotiable. I lead by setting a steady example, building trust through consistent action, and empowering others to grow into their calling.
I value craftsmanship in both people and work: doing things the right way, for the right reasons, even when no one is watching. I strive to create environments where teams feel supported, mission comes before ego, and decisions honor both legacy and future impact. Above all, I believe leadership is an act of faith—showing up with courage, serving with conviction, and leaving every place and person better than you found them.
Advisory & Operational Support
Adkison Outdoor Holdings operates with a flexible advisory model, drawing on specialized expertise in:
- Outdoor product design and manufacturing
- Branding, marketing, and digital media
- Cybersecurity and technical infrastructure
- Faith‑based content development
- Land stewardship and conservation practices
- Small‑business compliance and grant readiness
As the company expands, additional advisors, partners, and operational leaders will be added to support growth across each brand.
Leadership Commitment
Adkison Outdoor Holdings is guided by core values that shape every decision, every partnership, and every brand within our family. These principles reflect our faith, our heritage, and our commitment to building work that lasts.
- Faith — Christ‑centered leadership that honors God in our mission, our relationships, and the way we serve others.
- Craftsmanship — A disciplined pursuit of excellence, creating products and experiences built with integrity, intention, and pride.
- Stewardship — Responsible management of land, resources, opportunities, and legacy, led with gratitude and long‑term vision.
- Integrity — Honesty, transparency, and accountability in all we do, building trust that endures.
- Service — A servant‑hearted approach to leadership, supporting customers, partners, and communities with humility and respect.
- Community — Investing in people, strengthening families, supporting veterans, and enriching the outdoor community we serve.
- Legacy — Building something that outlives us, ensuring every decision honors future generations.
Message from the Founder
"My goal is simple: build a company that honors God, strengthens families, and equips people to live boldly in the outdoors. Every brand we launch, every product we design, and every partnership we form is rooted in that mission. This is more than business—it’s stewardship, service, and legacy." — Dr. Nathan C. Adkison