The 300
Strategic Allies for the Long Haul
“In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.” — Sun Tzu, The Art of War
The Vision
Not 300 famous people. 300 committed people.
An ecosystem of hundreds that leads thousands to benefit millions.
The original 300 Spartans weren’t the strongest army — they were the most committed. They held the pass not because they could win, but because someone had to hold the line while the rest prepared.
We’re building the same thing: 300 strategic allies who understand that the first wave isn’t about glory — it’s about creating the conditions for everyone else to succeed.
The Three Tiers
🛡️ SHIELDS (The First 30)
The ones who take the first hits so others can advance
| Role | What They Do |
|---|---|
| Crowns | Initiative leaders with Board representation |
| Blessing Givers | Reputation lenders who open doors |
| First Funders | Early believers who seed the treasury |
Current Status: 15+ identified, letters sent
⚔️ SPEARS (The Next 57)
The ones who extend our reach
| Role | What They Do |
|---|---|
| Industry Partners | Manufacturing, distribution, logistics |
| Media Amplifiers | Journalists, podcasters, writers |
| Academic Validators | Researchers, economists, legal scholars |
| Infrastructure Builders | CDFIs, credit unions, makerspaces |
Current Status: 30+ identified, outreach in progress
🔱 PHALANX (The Remaining 213)
The ones who hold the formation
| Category | Count Needed | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Finance & Operations | 40 | Keep the money flowing correctly |
| Supply Chain & Logistics | 35 | Move goods from A to B |
| Technology & Security | 30 | Keep systems running and safe |
| Legal & Compliance | 25 | Navigate regulations |
| Community Connectors | 50 | Bridge to local communities |
| International Operators | 33 | 11 per target country × 3 countries |
The Selection Criteria
✅ What We Look For
- Values Alignment — Do they believe workers should keep what they earn?
- Operational Capacity — Can they actually DO things, not just talk?
- Network Access — Do they open doors we can’t open ourselves?
- Commitment Durability — Will they still be here when it gets hard?
- Depoliticization — Can they work with people across the spectrum?
❌ The Switzerland Rule
NO POLITICS. NO RELIGION.
Liana Banyan is Switzerland. We don’t take sides in culture wars. We don’t endorse candidates. We don’t promote religious doctrines.
Why? Because:
- A conservative rural farmer and a liberal urban artist should both feel welcome
- The platform serves people, not ideologies
- Division kills cooperation; cooperation builds prosperity
The Pledge
Every member of The 300 affirms:
I commit to:
1. Values over visibility — I’m here to help, not to be seen helping
2. Contribution over credit — The mission matters more than my name
3. Switzerland neutrality — I will not politicize the platform
4. Long-haul thinking — I understand this is a marathon, not a sprint
5. Failing forward — When I make mistakes (and I will), I’ll own them and learn
Current Progress
| Tier | Target | Identified | Letters Sent | Confirmed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shields | 30 | 15+ | 12 | In progress |
| Spears | 57 | 30+ | 8 | In progress |
| Phalanx | 213 | Research | — | — |
| TOTAL | 300 | ~45 | 20 | — |
The Opportunity: Canada Visa Crisis
Effective January 1, 2026, Canada suspended the Start-Up Visa Program affecting 30+ countries.
40,000+ international entrepreneurs just lost their path to building businesses in Canada.
Liana Banyan offers an alternative:
- No visa required — Virtual business formation
- No location required — Work from anywhere
- Full ownership — Keep 80%+ of every transaction
- Real infrastructure — Payment processing, business plans, insurance options
These displaced entrepreneurs are exactly who we need in The Phalanx.
How to Join
- Read the materials — Understand what we’re building
- Test the systems — Try to break something (seriously, we want feedback)
- Contact the Founder — Email or phone (links below)
- Make your case — What can you contribute? What do you need?
Connection Points
- LianaBanyan.org — See the implementations
- Cephas.LianaBanyan.com — Read the documentation
- Feedback Tool — Tell us what breaks
The Ask
We’re not asking for money (yet).
We’re asking for:
- Your expertise — What do you know that we don’t?
- Your network — Who else should see this?
- Your feedback — What’s broken? What’s missing?
- Your commitment — Are you in for the long haul?
“Help Each Other Help Ourselves”
The 300 aren’t waiting to be recruited.
They’re already looking for something like this.
If that’s you, welcome home.
🏰 FOR THE KEEP! ⚔️