Our Team

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Meet the Minds Behind Higherful

Experts at the intersection of pharmacology,
fitness, and performance, teaching what
most programs leave out.

Doctorate Trained

NASM Certified

Clinical Experience

Performance Focus

Preventative Health

Dr. Amanda Palmieri Ataei is a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and the visionary behind Higherful. Combining her deep experience in fitness education with her clinical background, she is passionate about elevating the standards of health and wellness instruction.

As a certified fitness professional and approved NASM/AFAA continuing education provider, Amanda designs engaging, evidence-based learning experiences that help trainers grow in both skill and confidence.

Known for her approachable teaching style and commitment to staying at the forefront of exercise science, Amanda builds courses that bridge research with real-world coaching.

Her goal is simple: empower the next generation of fitness professionals with tools that create lasting impact.

Whether she’s developing new CE content, working hands-on with instructors, or creating educational systems behind the scenes, Amanda brings clarity, creativity, and care to every project she leads.

Dr. Nima Ataei is a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) with a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Affairs and advanced certification as a Consultant Pharmacist.

With expertise spanning clinical pharmacy, preventive care, and health strategy, Nima is dedicated to transforming how people think about medication, fitness, and long-term wellness.

He is the founder of Pharther Health, a pharmacist-led health consultancy focused on personalized medication management and total health strategy. Through his work, Nima helps patients and professionals navigate complex therapies, optimize treatment plans, and build sustainable wellness systems that actually work in real life.

Nima is also the host of The Leader Seat Podcast, where he shares conversations on leadership, health innovation, and the future of care. His thought leadership extends into writing as the author of Pharmacy Unlocked, a fast-growing newsletter delivering forward-thinking insights at the intersection of pharmacy, healthcare, and personal performance.

Whether he’s educating patients, mentoring healthcare professionals, or producing content that shifts the industry forward, Nima’s mission stays the same: make care deeply personal, more accessible, and built around real human needs.