Co-Founder

Captain in the elite French Airborne Forces with 11 years of experience. He led up to 200 paratroopers in combat and earned multiple decorations for acts of bravery. A specialist in commando techniques, he was a French Army instructor in hand-to-hand combat and firearms. Today, he teaches Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Project Achilles in Chicago.

Head Coach Of Muay Thai

Adrien has 14 years of Muay Thai experience, training under golden era legends, including Lumpinee champions. He fought amateur in Detroit and trained with UFC, Bellator, ONE, and Glory pros. He now teaches Muay Thai at Project Achilles, sharing his passion for combat sports, discipline, and self-defense. Outside the gym, he's a foodie, Star Wars nerd, gamer, and longboarder.

Co-Founder

Adriano De Santis is an NRA Pistol Instructor, Safety Officer, and marksmanship trainer. With extensive real-world experience, he blends technical skill with a deep passion for self-protection and personal growth. At Project Achilles, he leads the Illinois Concealed Carry License course and plays a key role in shaping the program’s vision and continued success.

Legal Counsel

Matthew M. Fakhoury is a former Cook County prosecutor, adjunct professor, and Administrative Law Judge. He is the CEO and founding attorney of Xpunge Chicago and the Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, with offices in Chicago, Skokie, and Rolling Meadows. A Super Lawyer (2020–2025) with a perfect Avvo rating, he’s also the legal representative for Project Achilles and a frequent media legal analyst.