An All-Conference lacrosse player at St. John's School in Houston, Texas, Nathaniel Whittle enrolled at Williams College in 2012 and played on the school's varsity lacrosse team. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in economics and obtained first aid, CPR, and Wilderness First Responder designation through NOLS at Williams College. While pursuing his degree, Nathaniel Whittle completed internships at Kinder Morgan, Bristow Group, HSC Realty, and Gow Media. At the latter, he researched a new retail venture and wrote summaries for sports radio segments.

In addition to his internship experience, Nathaniel Whittle has accrued work experience through a diverse range of companies. He worked as a counselor at Laity Lodge Family and Youth Camp upon graduating St. John's School and soon after worked as a boat warden at Williams-Mystic; trade laborer at Green Tortoise Hostel; sales associate at West Marine; turf care professional at Red Sky Golf Club; and project assistant at Denise Cassata Designs.

Mr. Whittle presently serves as a delivery driver at Parsello in Austin, Texas, and is studying for actuarial exams. His hobbies include camping, hiking, hunting, skiing, and attending concerts. In the past, he has helped the band Left on Lockwood book gigs and shoot video recordings.