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Purpose: The goal of this research is to investigate the incorporation of mindfulness philosophy into transformational leadership theories and to revise the current transformational leadership model. The study focuses on Plum Village, Thich Nhat Hanh's contemplative mindfulness community, to discover fundamental attributes and practices of transformational leaders who incorporate mindfulness philosophy into their leadership approach. Theoretical Reference: The study's key theoretical underpinnings include mindfulness philosophy and transformational leadership theories. In the context of transformational leadership, it emphasizes the importance of non-dualism and the six paramitas of mindfulness philosophy. The theoretical framework also overcomes past research gaps, including the lack of examination of Eastern and contemplative leadership techniques. Method: The study takes a qualitative method, focusing on Plum Village as a case study to find the important attributes and behaviors of transformative leaders who embrace mindfulness philosophy. Methods of data collection include interviews, observations, and document analysis. Thematic analysis is used in the study to uncover patterns and themes in the collected data. Results and Conclusion: The study reveals the important characteristics and practices of transformational leaders who incorporate mindfulness philosophy, emphasizing the significant relationship between non-dualism, the six paramitas of mindfulness philosophy, and transformational leadership. The conclusion emphasizes the significance of incorporating mindfulness philosophy into transformational leadership theories in order to accelerate the growth of transformative enterprises. Research Implications: The findings have far-reaching impactfor leadership development and organizational culture. It recommends three effective strategies for organizations seeking to incorporate mindfulness practices into their leadership development programs: incorpora