Lars Mapstead

Summary

I am a late-stage investor, capitalist, and entrepreneur with a track record of building and scaling businesses that thrive in competitive markets. Over the past 20+ years, I have founded and grown multiple successful companies—including FriendFinder, IPP, Mp3board, CashSurfers, Streamray, Fupa Games, and Legendary Speed—many of which became profitable within 12 months. In 2024, I ran as a Libertarian presidential candidate, bringing a free-market, pro-liberty message to a national audience. My campaign focused on unrigging the system, breaking down government-imposed barriers in the economy and politics, and ensuring that every American has the opportunity to succeed without interference from political elites. Today, I am focused on how artificial intelligence will shape the future of humanity—from its impact on business and innovation to its broader societal and ethical implications. AI represents one of the most profound technological shifts of our time, and I’m actively exploring ways to leverage it for economic freedom, human empowerment, and technological progress. At the same time, I continue my work to unrig American politics through the Voting Rights Foundation and More Voter Choice—advocating for free-market elections where competition thrives, ballot access is fair, and voters have real choices beyond the two-party system. Specialties: 🚀 Late-Stage Investment & Capital Growth – Scaling businesses for long-term success. 💡 AI & the Future of Humanity – Exploring the intersection of technology and human progress. 📈 Free-Market Entrepreneurship – Identifying and capitalizing on disruptive opportunities. 🎯 Marketing & Viral Growth – Digital strategy, audience engagement, and social media. 🤝 Political & Economic Reform – Expanding voter choice and challenging the status quo. I’m always open to conversations about AI, business, investment, and the future of free markets. Let’s connect.