FSC 2026/2027 Board Members Announced

FSC 2026/2027 Board Members Announced

LOS ANGELES — The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has announced the results of its 2026/2027 Board of Directors election.

The announcement follows:

The Free Speech Coalition congratulates the re-elected members of the FSC Board of Directors:

  • FSC Board Chair Jeffrey Douglas (Attorney)
  • FSC Board Treasurer Cathy Beardsley (President, SegPay)
  • FSC Board Vice President Scott Watkins (VP Sales and Marketing, Doc Johnson)
  • Steven Grooby (Founder, Grooby Productions)
  • Constance Penley (Professor, UC Santa Barbara)
  • Jamie Rodriguez
  • Megan Stokes (Partner, NMG Management)

In addition to those winning re-election, David Eliason, owner of the retail chain Dick & Jane’s Naughty Spot won a seat on the Board, filling a spot previously held by Lucy Hart. Eliason also serves on the leadership committee of the Sexual Wellness Professionals Association.

“At a time when our industry and our rights are under attack, FSC is lucky to have such a dedicated and experienced Board,” said Alison Boden, Executive Director of Free Speech Coalition. “Our Board members are a vital part of our organization, helping to shape policy, raise funds and engage with our industry. I thank Lucy Hart for her years of incredible service and look forward to getting to know our newest Board member, David Eliason.”

For more information, visit FreeSpeechCoalition.com.

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