Full Circle: Alex Redlus ‘06 Gives Back to the Program That Shaped Him
For Gulliver Preparatory School alumnus Alex Redlus ‘06, giving back began with a realization that came years after graduation: the experiences, relationships, and opportunities that shaped his time at Gulliver had a lasting impact on his professional life.
Today, Redlus is a New York-based commercial real estate broker who advises financial services firms, growth-stage technology companies, and other corporations on real estate and workplace decisions across the United States and around the world. It is fast-paced, relationship-driven work, and while it may seem far removed from his time at Gulliver, he sees a clear connection. The confidence to communicate, the ability to navigate complex conversations, and the comfort engaging with a wide range of people all trace back to experiences he had as a student.
Those skills began taking shape in RaiderVision, Gulliver’s student video production program, where Redlus found both a creative outlet and a mentor in longtime educator Mike Sylver. Redlus considers Sylver the best educator he ever had because of how deeply he cared about his students and the craft itself. Through video production and on-air work, Alex learned how to present ideas, think on his feet, and express himself, skills he continues to rely on every day.
“I didn’t see the value of Gulliver while I was there. Most kids don’t,” said Alex. “It took years before I understood what I was actually part of.”
Giving Back to the Next Generation
Years later, that appreciation inspired Redlus to make his first gift to RaiderVision, supporting the hands-on experiences that had made such a difference in his own life. His connection to the program came full circle when Sylver personally reached out to thank him.
“This school remembers you. Long after you’ve moved on, the relationship stays alive. That means something,” he said.
For Redlus, alumni giving is about more than nostalgia. It is about recognizing what this community is capable of and what alumni can do for the students coming behind them.
“Look at the people who came out of this school. They’re running companies, leading organizations, creating things, and making an impact across industries,” he said. “Gulliver built something real, and alumni have an opportunity to strengthen it for the next generation.”
As Gulliver celebrates its Centennial, Redlus sees an opportunity for alumni to play an even greater role in shaping the school’s future.
“We have the alumni base to do something serious here,” he said. “This shouldn’t just be about making a donation. It should be about what this network can actually do for the next generation of kids coming through those doors, through mentorship, access, opportunities, relationships, and financial support.”
Give Miami Day early giving opens on Saturday, November 14 through Thursday, November 19, 2026. Click here to make a gift supporting Gulliver for Give Miami Day.
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