People for Liberty is a community of leaders and organizations working to advance liberty through education, connection, and action.
Our leadership
Dan Fishman
Chair
Dan Fishman is a software architect, entrepreneur, and liberty advocate. He is the founder and CTO of ReelReport, which develops AI- and machine-learning-verified video technology, and the founder of Fishdan, where he builds custom software. Dan previously served as Executive Director of People For Liberty and the Libertarian National Committee, leading nonprofit and political operations. Earlier in his career, he led software teams and built large-scale education and document-management systems. His work combines technology, organizational leadership, and a commitment to expanding personal liberty.
Jo Jorgensen
Board Member
Jo Jorgensen is a psychologist, educator, and longtime Libertarian leader. She was the party’s 1996 vice-presidential nominee and its 2020 presidential nominee. She holds a Ph.D. in industrial and organizational psychology from Clemson University.
Jeff Lyons
Board Member
Military veteran preparing to transition to private sector opportunities and continuing higher education. Has served 8+ Years in the United States Navy in a variety of roles, with leadership experience under highly stressful conditions and demonstrated proficiency at a wide range of skills above and beyond assigned duties.
In my personal time, I am dedicated to fitness and health. I enjoy exercising including running, boxing, strength training / power lifting, swimming, and obstacle course races. I enjoy music and play several instruments, including guitar, bass, drums, and piano. In the past, I have written, produced and recorded original music and played all instruments on the track.
I have volunteered or participated in events for several charities which are personally important to me such as Military Veterans Health and Support Services, Fallen Firefighters Relief, and memorial funds in honor of victims of the 2013 Boston Marathon tragedy.