Our Story
The founders of Headway have each lived and fought through concussion battles. We are familiar with the tireless internet searches, the endless doctors’ appointments, the unanswered questions and the uncertainties related to lingering post-concussion symptoms. It took years to find proper treatment, and our journeys have reflected the gaps in concussion management. Too many people don't know where to turn.
Our Story
The founders of Headway have each lived and fought through concussion battles. We are familiar with the tireless internet searches, the endless doctors’ appointments, the unanswered questions and the uncertainties related to lingering post-concussion symptoms. It took years to find proper treatment, and our journeys have reflected the gaps in concussion management. Too many people don't know where to turn.
While we never thought this would be our path, the Headway Foundation began through our shared journeys and struggles. It is our mission to ensure concussions are handled properly, beginning with prevention and symptom reporting, and continuing with treatment, support and recovery.
- Paige, Jos and Danny
Aid
We support individuals undergoing recovery through our Concussion Circle program. All members receive a free bracelet as a symbol of hope and strength as they heal.
Awareness
We collaborate with teams and universities to promote a safer sports culture surrounding concussions and neck injuries in sports.
Advocacy
We advocate for improved evaluation and treatment protocols for concussions, whiplash injuries and Post Concussion Syndrome.
Say hi
to our team
We come from places far and wide, even from rivalry schools (ew, Harvard), but we all have one thing in common:
Concussions and neck injuries have impacted our lives significantly.
And we are here to make a difference!

Paige Decker
Co-Founder

Josephine Pucci
Co-Founder

Danny Otto
Co-Founder

Kyle McMahon
Director of Growth

Liz Mullarney
Concussion Circle Peer Support

Sarah Renberg
Research Coordinator

Nic Pierog
Concussion Awareness Liaison

Zac Hamilton
Concussion Circle and Awareness Liaison

Alexis Banquer
Awareness and Outreach Liaison

Billy Alvino
Concussion Circle and Awareness Liaison
Emily Roesner
Concussion Circle Peer Support

Bradley Pierce
Technology and Innovation

Victoria Pucci
Education

Scarlett Zhu
Concussion Circle Peer Support
Emily Acers
Advocacy and Policy
Meet Our Advisory Board!
They are intimidating, but very nice.

Dr. Jeffrey Kutcher
Sports Neurologist

Tani Takagi
Non-Profit Organization Management

Dr. Jeff Caron
PhD in Sports Psychology

Joanne C. Gerstner
Sports Journalist and Professor

Dr. Carrie Esopenko
Principal Investigator at Rutgers University Brain Heath Lab

Dr. Christina Master
Sports Medicine Pediatrician

Dr. Crista Hubbard
Neurologic Chiropractor

Peter Becker
Head of School
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