Connect with the emerging global community.
Enrich yourself - and lift the world.
Enrich yourself - and lift the world.
Become a “New Gulliver”
The Gulliver Project® connects people and organizations to powerful ways of feeling better, having more and being more in the emerging global community of the 21st century. We’re a catalyst for helping you access incredible tools and ideas that stimulate self-empowerment, enrichment and enjoyment. We invite you to join us – The New Gullivers - the aware, informed and very connected citizens of our New World.
“What The New Gullivers proposes is great change, and a great challenge to the Human race.”
-- Joe Carroccio, Arizona GoodLife News
Who Are The New Gullivers?
We comprise many vocations, creeds, cultures, ages, incomes and lifestyle preferences. We share a
common belief – that despite the world’s many major challenges, we are living in the most opportune and
accessible time in history for making personal, institutional and societal transformations. (read more…)
"The New Gullivers takes us along a journey, not only of self realization, but of world realization"
Paula Webb, Founder, National Interfaith Alliance
How You Can Leverage The Gulliver Project (click each!)
~ Corporate/Civic Leaders
We’ll help you navigate the crashing tsunami waves of global commerce and the colliding tectonic plates of multiculturalism. The Gulliver Project’s team can position you for success in this New World. What’re your needs?
- Understanding the opportunities and challenges? Our Facilitation Guide is a powerful blueprint/roadmap of context, content and contacts for “going global”
- Avoiding costly employee turnover? We’ll show you how to maximize retention of Ex-pats and other critical employees
- Accurately assessing the Cost-Benefit of international initiatives? We’ll help you construct comprehensive ROI models to optimize your selection and aid your analysis
- Productivity? Learn how to avoid “cross-cultural collisions” – and derive complementary synergies – between multicultural teams and stakeholders?
- Edutainment? – Steve Banick’s engaging seminars and keynote speeches deliver timely business “lessons learned” through outrageous storytelling from six continents
“If you are seeking to grow your business globally, you certainly need a ‘Guru’ like Steve Banick of the Gulliver Project”
Dr. P Misra, Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
“Stephen Banick helps his audiences understand how to relate, communicate, and integrate best business practices for acceptance and success. He is a “must see” for those interested in doing business across their borders!”
Charlotte Hodel,Vice President Business Development & Public Affairs, Chandler (AZ) Chamber of Commerce
Dr. P Misra, Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
“Stephen Banick helps his audiences understand how to relate, communicate, and integrate best business practices for acceptance and success. He is a “must see” for those interested in doing business across their borders!”
Charlotte Hodel,Vice President Business Development & Public Affairs, Chandler (AZ) Chamber of Commerce
~ Educators
You probably know that 50% of 18-24 year olds can’t find NYC on a map (National Geographic Society survey, 2006) – but they surely know where CSI is filmed… How do you think we can change this disturbing megatrend?
- Making your “worldly classes” (social studies, government, business, literature) come alive in an age of iPods, IM’ng and Gameboys? The New Gullivers philosophy – and products – inspires students into becoming “aware, informed, and connected.”
- Better grasping the issues? Have Steve Banick speak at your local, regional and national association gatherings
- Having an ally for initiatives? Partner with The Gulliver Project
“Steve’s presentation was well-received by and extremely valuable for our audience!”
Chris Kyselka, Office of the Vice President, Arizona State University
Chris Kyselka, Office of the Vice President, Arizona State University
~ Students
You already know the world of your parents is so ‘Old School.” We’ll prepare you for a New World that’s already waiting at the end of the tarmac – or your keyboard. What’s your fancy?
- 21st Century vocations? We understand the pursuit of “Principle, Passion, Profit and Phun” – we’ll introduce you to powerful new careers that can unleash your energies.
- Understanding the new playing field? We’ll help you prepare for a German boss, Brazilian business partners, Dubain investors, Chilean subcontractors and South African suppliers.
- Making better life decisions? We’ll show you how to become more aware, informed and connected
- Cool places for “time outs” and outrageous travel ? We’ll connect you to surprising countries, venues, activities and providers ranging from “volun-touring” to eco-travel to foreign study to ‘Round-the-World Travel – for less than your armload of textbooks.
~ Travelers (Experiential & “Armchair”)
You’re probably aware that places which used to be “Impossible, Impassable or Unpronounceable” are now waiting at the end of the tarmac or gangplank – or even your keyboard. What’re your interests?
- Combining recreation with service to humanity – or education? We’ll connect you with purveyors of fabulous “vacations with a twist”
- Discovering unusual – and cost effective – modes of travel? We’ll introduce you to adventures, lodgings, and techniques that will enrich your “latitudes and attitudes”
- Hearing entertaining/enthralling stories about your world targets? Steve’s a master story teller – hope you like geography, history, mythology and bizarre “cross-cultural collisions.”
- Finding out about “What’s hot” and “what’s not” on the world destination stage? We’ve always got our ear to the ground – and some pretty outrageous stories of our own!
"Steve absolutely captivates the listener and transports one to a different place and time where history, culture and 5000 years of human interaction converge – so climb aboard for the ride of your life!"
Tom Kurtz, The Jericho Group
Tom Kurtz, The Jericho Group
~ Boomers/“Lifestylers”
You know you’ve got choices that no previous generation has had. What would you like to do?
- Have a second home in another country? We’ll share with you some brow-raising options that are safe, affordable, friendly, beautiful – and very accessible.
- Combine recreation with service to humanity – or education? We’ll connect you with purveyors of fabulous “vacations with a twist”
- Learn more about “what’s out there”? We’ll provide you a birds-eye view of the “Markets, Merchants and Maniacs” of the New World?
- Engage mind & heart with provocative and entertaining stories about the wide-world? Steve’s a master story teller – hope you like geography, history, mythology, cultural anthropology, geo-politics and bizarre-but-true “cross-cultural collisions.”
"Steve absolutely captivates the listener and transports one to a different place and time where history, culture and 5000 years of human interaction converge – so climb aboard for the ride of your life!"
Tom Kurtz, The Jericho Group
“Stephen Banick is a New Gulliver, a different sort of explorer in the age of globalization. To him, on-the-job training means exploring life and understanding other cultures and people in a time when homing pigeons have become satellites and scribes have become PDAs.”
Laurel Johnson, The Midwest Book Review
Tom Kurtz, The Jericho Group
“Stephen Banick is a New Gulliver, a different sort of explorer in the age of globalization. To him, on-the-job training means exploring life and understanding other cultures and people in a time when homing pigeons have become satellites and scribes have become PDAs.”
Laurel Johnson, The Midwest Book Review
~ Spiritual Seekers
Your ‘travels’ – personal growth – are as much about “mindscapes and soulscapes” as they are about landscapes. What paths would you like to explore?
- Finding the Silver Lining in (our) Golden Rules? We’ll navigate the uncanny similarities of Humankind’s most sacred teachings – an provide a blueprint for “making sense of the nonsense”
- ‘Lifting the World”? We’ll turn you on to Archimedes’ Lever – and a way that “Everyman” can move mountains and spin worlds
- Embracing “Enlightened Self-Interest”? We’ll discuss the mysterious power in this apparent oxymoron.
- Finding “Peace in the Paradox” ? Our workshops and seminars offer a fresh perspective in finding – and creating – security and “meaning” in a very turbulent world.
“Gulliver's Travels seem pale by comparison. Banick takes us not only to other continents, but to other dimensions, alternative realities. Sometimes it's a bumpy ride, but always an intriguing journey…”
Laurel Johnson, Midwest Book Review
“Banick takes us along a journey, not only of self realization, but also of world realization. He encourages each of us to become explorers, physically as well as mentally ~ into our own spirituality, as well as the spirituality of the entire planet.”
Paula Webb, Founder, the National Interfaith Alliance
Laurel Johnson, Midwest Book Review
“Banick takes us along a journey, not only of self realization, but also of world realization. He encourages each of us to become explorers, physically as well as mentally ~ into our own spirituality, as well as the spirituality of the entire planet.”
Paula Webb, Founder, the National Interfaith Alliance
~ Multiculturalists/Social Entrepreneurs
You’re committed to applying the best qualities of capitalism, multiculturalism, and the Golden Rule to providing lasting solutions for our tribes, nations and industries. Where are you headed?
- NGO (Non-governmental organizations) or CBO’s (Community-based organizations)? We’ll introduce you to the latest megatrends in this explosion of world-lifting programs
- Teaching people ‘how to fish”? Check out the amazing New World of Conscientious Capitalism – where “Power Brains, Power Money and Power Heart” come together to create responsible, transparent, profitable and sustainable communities – and nations.
- Finding relevant niches for your talents and services? We’ll provide you an entertaining and informative overview of the “Markets, Merchants and Maniacs of the New World”
- Creating “critical mass” impact? We’ll show you how the principles of “Archimedes’ Lever” can move mountains and spin worlds.
“Stephen Banick is a New Gulliver, a different sort of explorer in the age of globalization. To him, on-the-job training means exploring life and understanding other cultures and people in a time when homing pigeons have become satellites and scribes have become PDAs.”
Laurel Johnson, The Midwest Book Review
“If you are seeking to grow your business globally, you certainly need a ‘Guru’ like Steve Banick of the Gulliver Project”
Dr. P Misra, Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
Laurel Johnson, The Midwest Book Review
“If you are seeking to grow your business globally, you certainly need a ‘Guru’ like Steve Banick of the Gulliver Project”
Dr. P Misra, Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
New Tools – New World!
We all need new frameworks and tools to “make sense of the nonsense” – to feel more secure,
make better decisions, cultivate new friends, vocations and lifestyles –and to feel at home in the
shrinking world.
Ever hear of … “Trans-cultural Connection™” or “Enlightened Self-Interest™” ?
How about … “Conscientious Capitalism™” and “Archimedes’ Lever” ?
How about … “Conscientious Capitalism™” and “Archimedes’ Lever” ?
Perhaps … “Mindscapes, Soulscapes and Landscapes™” ?
… No? click here!! … and we’ll show you how to navigate
… No? click here!! … and we’ll show you how to navigate
the “Markets, Merchants and Maniacs” of our New World… and make this era
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Awareness ~ Edutainment ~ Inspiration ~ Connection
