“All this technology, there must be something we can do.”

Craig Beasley, SEG President 2004

“Nothing is so powerful as an idea who’s time has come”

Victor Hugo

That idea…Geoscientists Without Borders

Big idea = big results SEG and Schlumberger respond

$1,000,000 to start GWB

Our MissionConnect universities and

industries with communities in need through projects using

applied geophysics to benefit people and the environment

around the world.

Global Scope…Think Big

Advantage of Joining an Existing Structure

Startup Challenges• Leadership and funding commitment• Program standards and process development• Marketing and Controlling the message• Liability of sending people into the field• Choosing strategic partnerships – local trust

Keys to success - • Stay with the idea…mission focused program• Inspired leadership – with passion/vision• Strong program standards • Manage risk and reward• Sustainable funding