The people behind the project
Free State Project Leadership
Meet the board, staff, and volunteer leaders helping people discover New Hampshire, connect with the community, and build a freer future.
Executive Director
The Executive Director leads the organization’s strategy and day-to-day work.
Eric Brakey
Executive Director
Strategy, outreach, and the path from learning to building.
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Eric Brakey has served as Executive Director since December 2023. He leads the FSP’s strategy and outreach, helping people find their next step through Learn, Connect, Visit, Move, and Build.
A former three-term Maine state senator, Eric authored Maine’s Constitutional Carry law and helped advance welfare reform, Right to Try, and reforms to the state’s medical cannabis program. He began in liberty politics as Maine State Director for Ron Paul’s 2012 presidential campaign and later worked with Young Americans for Liberty.
Board of Directors
The board guides the organization’s direction and oversees its mission. Its work is governed by the FSP Bylaws.
Séamas O’Scalaidhe
Chairman of the Board
Scholar, former treasurer, and longtime FSP supporter.
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Séamas studied mathematics and behavioral science at Simon’s Rock and Rice University before earning a Ph.D. in neuroscience at Princeton. After an academic career, he became a management consultant, helping companies decide where to locate their operations. The FSP’s approach to choosing a state impressed him.
A longtime participant and donor, he served as FSP treasurer and board director from 2011 to 2016, and as treasurer and board member of the New Hampshire Liberty Alliance from 2019 to 2023. He returned to the FSP board in 2025. His interests include investment management, philanthropy, hiking, skiing, and physical training.
Jason Sorens
Founder & Board Director
The founder whose concentration strategy launched the FSP.
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Jason Sorens wrote the article that sparked the Free State Project and served as its first president. His academic work spans political science, ethics, and economics.
His research has contributed to Freedom in the 50 States, published by the Cato Institute, and the New Hampshire Zoning Atlas. He lives in the Merrimack Valley with his wife and daughters.
Mark Warden
Board Director
Early mover, entrepreneur, and founder of Porcupine Real Estate.
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Mark Warden is an early mover, activist, and entrepreneur.
Mark founded Porcupine Real Estate, a boutique real estate brokerage serving FSP movers and liberty clients.
Mark has been elected five times to the New Hampshire House of Representatives and has served on a town planning board as well as nonprofit boards of directors.
Seamus Casey
Board Director
Creator of GenCourt mobile and advocate for civic participation.
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Seamus Casey developed GenCourt mobile, a tool for local political activists, and encourages movers to participate in New Hampshire state politics. He regularly attends the Rochester Liberty Outreach Meetup.
Pedro Serra
Board Director & Outreach Director
Connects prospective Free Staters through events and digital outreach.
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Pedro Serra leads the FSP’s outreach program, including in-person events and paid digital marketing. He also serves on the FSP Board of Directors.
A Boston University business graduate, Pedro built businesses in hospitality and real estate before moving to New Hampshire to advance liberty. Inspired by Ron Paul’s 2008 campaign, he served as Washington State Director for the 2012 campaign. He also serves as Membership Director and a board member of the New Hampshire Liberty Alliance.
Calvin Beaulier
Board Director
Attorney, real estate broker, and New Hampshire state representative.
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Calvin Beaulier lives in Littleton with his family. He joined the FSP board to help preserve and grow New Hampshire’s culture of freedom and civic engagement.
He holds a B.A. in International Studies from American University and a J.D. from Louisiana State University, where he studied civil and common law. He met his wife in college and moved to her native New Hampshire in 2015.
Staff & Volunteer Leaders
This team supports welcoming, communications, technology, finance, and video production.
Stephen Villee
Treasurer
An early mover with experience in nonprofit finance.
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A software developer by profession, Steve was one of the earliest Free State Project participants, moving to New Hampshire in 2003. He previously served as treasurer for the New Hampshire Liberty Alliance. He was also the Libertarian candidate for Governor of New Hampshire in 2024.
Steve’s other interests include yoga, hiking, solar eclipses and algebraic number theory.
Chris Lopez
Welcome Director
Helps visitors and prospective movers make real connections.
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Chris Lopez moved to New Hampshire in 2004 and joined the FSP team in 2012 as an administrative assistant. As Welcome Director, she answers questions and helps people interested in visiting or moving connect with the community.
Chris enjoys music, art, and time with her two cats.
Brian Becker
Director of Information Technology
Leads the volunteer team supporting FSP websites and databases.
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Brian Becker leads the volunteer FSP Tech Team in building and maintaining the organization’s websites, databases, and other technology.
An experienced technology professional, Brian moved from New York after visiting FSP events. His community contributions include operating the Wearehouse in Weare.
Mahgdalen Rose
FSPN Executive Producer and Media Coordinator
Oversees FSPN production and coordinates media opportunities for FSP spokespeople.
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Mahgdalen Rose is a communications professional with experience in podcasting for libertarian and conservative audiences. She moved to New Hampshire from Tennessee with her family.
As FSPN Executive Producer, Mahgdalen oversees production of the Free State Project Network. As Media Coordinator, she coordinates media opportunities for FSP spokespeople.
Reinita Susman
Video Strategist
Produces the Porcupine Report and FSP promotional video content.
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Reinita Susman produces the weekly Porcupine Report podcast and video content for FSP outreach. She has many years of experience in television and documentary production.
A New England native, she moved to New Hampshire from California, where she was active in the Libertarian Party. Her work has also included developing a documentary series about the Free State Project.
Outreach: Pedro Serra also serves as Outreach Director. See Pedro’s profile above →
Find your next step
Have questions about visiting, moving, or getting involved? Start with our welcome team at welcome@fsp.org.