Paul F. Austin is an entrepreneur in the psychedelic space. He has founded two pioneering companies – Third Wave and Synthesis – that have laid the groundwork for legal, mainstream access to psychedelic medicine. Because of his efforts at the intersection of psychedelic use, personal transformation, and professional success, Paul’s work has been featured in the BBC, Forbes, WebMD, Business Insider, and Rolling Stone. Paul views psychedelic use as a skill; one continuously refined through clear intent, consistent mentorship, and courageous exploration. Learning how to master this skill will be crucial in the story of humanity’s present-future evolution.

Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado to Receive Concordia’s 2026 Leadership Award for Public Sector
The Concordia Leadership Council is proud to announce María Corina Machado, leader of Venezuela’s democracy movement, as the third and final recipient of the 2026 Concordia Leadership Award, recognized for

