Pedro Serra Elected FSP Board Chair and New Leaders Step Forward
As the Free State Project builds a freer future by recruiting the next generation of liberty movers to New Hampshire, our mission depends on people willing to step forward and do the work.
This month, the Free State Project welcomes new leaders, recognizes years of dedicated service, and shares updates from our Board of Directors and Core Leadership Team.
Thank you, Séamas O’Scalaidhe
Séamas O’Scalaidhe has resigned as Chair and stepped down from the FSP Board of Directors. We are grateful for the time, judgment, and generosity he has devoted to our mission.
Séamas served as FSP treasurer and Board member from 2011 to 2016, returning to the Board in 2025 and most recently serving as Chair. Across those years, he supported the organization as both a volunteer leader and patron, helping sustain the work of bringing liberty-minded people to New Hampshire.
“I encourage the FSP to cultivate younger leaders who will carry this work forward and help make New Hampshire freer for decades to come. As I step down from the board, I intend to continue supporting our mission. I have great confidence in the board and its ability to lead the Free State Project to even more success.”
Building a lasting movement depends on people willing to take responsibility for its future. We thank Séamas for answering that call and for his many years of service.
Pedro Serra elected Board Chair
Pedro Serra has been elected Chair of the FSP Board of Directors after serving as a Board member and Outreach Director. He brings firsthand experience introducing prospective Free Staters to New Hampshire and helping them connect with the community.
“I’m grateful for the board’s confidence. The Free State Project’s mission is clear: more liberty-lovers moving to New Hampshire. I’ll be an active chair and look forward to working with our Executive Director, the board, staff and volunteers to make that happen. Reach out on X @serrapedro to say hello, share ideas, or get involved. It’s an exciting time!” said Serra.
Dan McGuire returns to the Board
Dan McGuire has been elected to the FSP Board of Directors, returning with decades of experience in the Free State movement. Dan and his wife, Carol, moved to New Hampshire in 2005. Since then, he has served five terms in the New Hampshire House of Representatives and helped build the community that makes the Free State more than an idea.
“I’m pleased that retiring from the legislature will give me more time for worthwhile volunteer work, including serving on the Free State Project’s Board. I look forward to helping more liberty-minded people make New Hampshire their home.”
Dan brings experience in public service, organizational leadership, and community life to his renewed service on the Board.
Jane Bennett takes lead as Outreach Director
Jane Bennett now serves as the Free State Project’s Director of Outreach, helping introduce more liberty lovers to the Free State Project and connecting them to communities in New Hampshire.
Already an established leader with FSP outreach events, Jane brings a broad background in marketing, branding, communications, and public relations. She will lead efforts to turn new introductions into lasting relationships — and help more liberty-minded people take their next step toward the Free State.
“I love what the liberty community has built here, and I’m looking forward to expanding our Outreach efforts to help more people discover the Free State Project. There’s so much happening in New Hampshire, and I’m excited to inspire more people to move here and become part of it!”
Stephen Daves strengthens the FSP’s technology team
Stephen Daves joins the Core Leadership Team as Deputy Director of Information Technology. He architects, develops, and deploys resilient IT solutions to solve business problems, helping strengthen the technology that supports the Free State Project’s work. He is currently leading the FSP’s migration to a secure and open-source data management system.
Franklin Einspruch brings creative direction to merchandise
Franklin Einspruch joins the Core Team as Strategist for Merchandise Design. His work will help us develop merchandise that expresses the ideas and character of the Free State movement, giving supporters more ways to share their enthusiasm and support the mission.
“I’m honored for the opportunity to contribute my skills to the great project of liberty.”
Mahgdalen Rose helps Free State voices reach further
Mahgdalen Rose now serves as FSPN Executive Producer and Media Coordinator. Her responsibilities include overseeing production for the Free State Podcast Network and coordinating media opportunities for FSP spokespeople.
As FSPN develops, her work helps independent voices reach wider audiences and introduces more people to the ideas, experiences, and community taking shape in New Hampshire.
“The Free State Podcast Network has unified freedom focused hosts across New Hampshire to provide content five days a week to our audience! FSPN will continue to grow and bring on new hosts to feature a variety of liberty focused perspectives.”
Please join us in thanking these leaders — and the staff, volunteers, and supporters whose work makes the Free State Project possible.
