CHAD MCGEHEE

Founder of Inner Edge Meditation

Chad McGehee, MS (2026), MA, MAEd, is a meditation and mental performance educator, scientific collaborator and trusted coach working at the intersection of elite performance and meditation. At the University of Wisconsin Athletic Department, Chad became the first ever Director of Meditation Training in major college sports. Chad is an honorary affiliate of the Center for Healthy Minds at UW-Madison, a member of Under Armour's Internal Human Performance Council and co-founder of Inner Edge Meditation. Chad has been meditating for 20+ years in Theravadan, Vipassana, Vajrayana and secular Meditation traditions.

Chad conducts research and training in meditation, leveraging cutting-edge neuroscience to refine techniques that enhance cognitive function and holistic well-being. His methodology bridges scientific insights with practical application, making meditation accessible and transformative for individuals and teams striving for peak performance and well-being.

Chad’s work has been featured on ESPN, in the Wall Street Journal, NPR, Business Insider and in peer-reviewed scientific journals. His training has been integrated into a range of environments including K-12 education, FBI SWAT Teams, the elite Hostage Rescue Team in Quantico, VA, Fortune 500 companies and elite athletics. He is passionate about bringing rigorous and accessible meditation training to life as strength and conditioning for the mind.

Chad McGehee, CV 2025

Chad McGehee, Meditation & Mental Performance Expert, Coach, and Researcher

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