For the past three decades, Marta Gladun's detox retreat in Poland (Shambhala Detox) has been renowned for its unique protocol. It draws from various disciplines such as Ayurveda, homeopathy, yoga, anthroposophy, traditional Chinese medicine, and naturopathy to help people cleanse their bodies and minds and optimize their well-being.
MEET THE TEAM
MARTA GLADUN, Co-founder, Instructor and Detox Therapist
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Instructor and detox therapist with over 30 years of experience in the USA and Europe. Specialized in natural ways of cleansing the body, she uses the knowledge gained from world-famous therapists: Nemi Nath from the International Breathwork Foundation Australia; Colin P. Sisson of Inner Adventure Programs Inc. New Zealand; Zbigniew Królicki from Mind Control System Laredo, Texas; Donald Van Howten of Life Impressions Institute Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is constantly traveling and learning from ethnic healers on ways to maintain perfect body and spirit health (India, Siberia, Mongolia, China, Indonesia, and New Zealand). She supervised and conducted over 6000 detoxes around the world. Additionally, Marta owns and runs an organic farm in Poland with pesticide-free organic products.
MARTA BLOCKA, Co-founder, CEO
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After a time in her corporate career (Apple, Patagonia, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein), Marta decided to switch gears and follow her passion for self-development and well-being. In 2020, she founded Mentalist.pl, an online education platform designed to give people the tools and knowledge they need to unlock their true potential. Her subsequent spiritual and self-development quest led her to immersion in yoga, Ayurveda, and natural healing therapies. She experienced the power of detox and holistic healing herself and decided to continue this journey with Marta and Heidi to serve the people seeking support.
HEIDI KNEZ, Co-founder, COO​
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Heidi, originally from California, started her career in the fashion industry in New York City. Transitioning to education, she embraced the Montessori Method and became a directress. Later in life, she explored alternative medicine, delving into Ayurvedic healing and participating in Panchakarma retreats. This journey led her to Marta Gladun's Detox Program, transforming her life. Over a decade and numerous detoxes later, Heidi has teamed up with Marta to bring detoxification, wellness, and personal growth to the broader audience towards a revitalized and enriched life.
ADVISORS
ROBERT LAVIA​
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Robert Lavia is a dynamic global business executive and entrepreneurial trailblazer. Establishing Dakia Global Enterprise in 2015, he made a commitment to high-yield social impact investments and sustainable development. Serving as Chairman, he drives the direction of Dakia Global and its operational arms, U-Ventures and Dakia Energy. U-Ventures is an avid supporter of innovative startups in the entertainment industry. A notable subsidiary, Dakia Entertainment Hospitality, formed a strategic partnership with Universal Music Group with a shared aim to revolutionize hospitality, lifestyle clubs, live entertainment, and retail through cutting-edge, sustainable technology. Robert is a founder and substantial shareholder of Alder Renewables, managed through Dakia Energy. Prior to founding Dakia Global, Robert served as Chief Investment Officer at Veremonte where he led high-impact projects US$5 billion+ spanning diverse industries: real estate, agriculture, energy, entertainment, government, retail, and manufacturing. Robert holds key positions in several notable organizations. He is a Board Member of the Oxford Leadership Group and the Deputy Secretary-General of the Be Earth Foundation. He also serves on the boards of AREDAY and the Lazlo Institute, reflecting his steadfast commitment to sustainable development and societal improvement.
PETER KNEZ​
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Peter Knez, formerly the Chief Investment Officer at Blackrock, is renowned for escalating AUM from $5 billion to $40 billion in the U.S., and doubling it to $80 billion globally. Peter enhanced the quantitative research and fixed income sectors at Lincoln Capital Management and Goldman Sachs, complemented by his academic tenures at the Kellogg School of Management, University of Wisconsin, and University of Chicago, where he also completed his PhD at the Wharton School and conducted post-doctoral work. Presently, Peter is engrossed in infrastructure transformation, emphasizing energy transition and artificial intelligence, while pioneering in environmental finance through initiatives like rainforest tokenization and impact fund management, marrying his financial acumen with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.
PRESS
Marta Gladun, with three decades of experience organizing detox retreats in Poland, is now introducing her renowned detox retreats in the UAE. Discover more about Marta's remarkable work through the following platforms:
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- The Morning Show
- Na Temat
- Elle
- WP
