Terry Kibbe is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Free the People, an educational foundation dedicated to reaching young audiences with compelling narratives about liberty. Utilizing pop culture, video, comedy, and art, Free the People crafts multimedia stories that highlight the transformative power of freedom—showcasing the beauty of creation, disruption, and cooperation when individuals are free to act.
In addition to her role at Free the People, Terry is the Co-Founder and Partner at Fight the Power Productions, a strategic communications firm specializing in video production, social media branding, and impactful storytelling.
Terry's career began with a B.S. in Engineering from Grove City College, after which she spent a decade as an industrial engineer with companies like EDS and Unisys. Seeking more meaningful work, she transitioned into the liberty-based nonprofit and philanthropic sector in 1997. Her experience includes serving as Chief of Staff in the U.S. House of Representatives and raising millions for organizations such as Cato, the Competitive Enterprise Institute, and FreedomWorks. She co-founded AlternativePAC and was a fundraiser and advisor for a super PAC supporting U.S. Senator Rand Paul's presidential campaign. Terry has also held leadership positions with the Rising Tide Foundation in Switzerland and the Global Philanthropic Trust in the Cayman Islands.
A member of The Mont Pelerin Society, Terry also serves on the board of the Friends of the Austrian Economic Center. She is frequently recognized as part of one of the most influential libertarian power couples globally.
Her work continues to inspire and empower individuals to embrace and promote the principles of liberty in their communities and beyond.
