Who's Who

Sean Alexander

Sean Alexander lives in Oklahoma City and enjoys being involved in the community around the metro and sometimes the Tulsa area. He loves to attend live music and especially volunteer! He’s worked with REVERB helping at Jack Johnson concerts and the Dave Matthew Band! After learning more about HeadCount he chose to volunteer with them and found a true calling to help to get more people out to vote! His favorite band is probably the Grateful Dead/Dead & Co., & Billy Strings too!! When he’s not assisting attorneys at the Fellers Snider law firm, he can be found with his dog Sweetie Belle playing disc golf or cruising on his Onewheel or bicycle all around town with his (2) kids.

Kiara Almanzar

Meet Kiara, our part-time pop music enthusiast and full-time bookworm! Kiara is a recent graduate of the University of Central Florida with a passion for all kinds of music - indie, pop, rock, and even country. Fueled by her passion for music and positive social change, Kiara joined HeadCount to help create a better world through the shared love of music. When she's not busy with HeadCount, Kiara can be found wrapped in a book with her cat, Doof. [email protected]

Nicky Andrade

Nicky is originally from Sutton, MA, and has been volunteering with HeadCount since early 2020. She was introduced to HeadCount by her close friend since she is a huge music lover and is passionate about social justice. She mainly loves indie music - all types, including indie rock, alt, pop, folk, etc. When she is not at a show, you’ll find her in school as she is currently pursing two bachelor degrees in Psychology and Public Health, at a cafe drinking an iced oat milk latte, or with her dog Hazel. [email protected]

Mary Applegate

Mary Applegate was born and raised in Baltimore, MD, but moved to and currently resides in the Philadelphia area for school studying Psychology. Mary has been involved with HeadCount since 2018, first volunteering on Ariana Grande's Sweetener/Thank U Next Tour. Mary's favorite artists include Nicki Minaj, The Weeknd, Jhene Aiko, SZA, Billie Eilish and Conan Gray. During their free time, Mary can be found trying new restaurants and cities with friends. [email protected]

Claire August

Claire is a New Jersey native who became a HeadCount volunteer shortly after moving to Washington, DC.  After visiting the HeadCount table at a Black Keys show, she was converted - and began volunteering for concerts and community events, meeting new friends and registering voters wherever possible.  In her day job, she promotes solar energy, and in her free time, you can find her on the tennis court, at a farmers market, or cheering on GW basketball and the Nats. Volunteer with Claire in Washington DC [email protected]

Rachel Ausman

Rachel Ausman is from western Wisconsin, where she started her journey with HeadCount at a variety of shows to match her eclectic music taste. Whether it's a jazz, electronic, folk, or rock show, if there's music and democracy, she'll likely be there. Rachel moved to Boston, Massachusetts in 2021 to work as a Content Coordinator and fell in love with the city. In her free time she likes to explore new restaurants and dive bars, go hiking and bird watching in the Blue Hills, and take ridiculous amounts of pictures with her cats.

Carmen Ayala

Carmen is currently the Community Outreach Director for Somos Tejas a non-partisan non-profit organization focusing on increasing civic and political engagement in Latino communities in Dallas. She is passionate about utilizing her graphic design and organizing skills to advocate for and amplify the voices and needs of the Latino communities of Dallas and getting out the vote! [email protected]

Warren Barnes

Warren Barnes began volunteering with HeadCount in early 2017, after an online Scrabble opponent noticed his Dead-themed avatar and told him she was volunteering with HeadCount at an upcoming Dead & Co. show in Boston.  HeadCount touched on two of Warren’s close interests, live music and community service/activism. In August 2018, Warren became a Team Leader for the Salt Lake metro area, working to increase HeadCount’s presence and spread its mission at participating artists’ shows and local venues.  He has particularly enjoyed hanging with the punk kids at the Vans Warped Tour (R.I.P.) and flowing with the relaxed, intergenerational vibe of Dead & Co. Warren is a life-long resident of the Salt Lake Valley.  He studied math and physics at Westminster College before attending graduate school at the University of Utah.  Warren works as a solo-practicing attorney primarily in family, criminal and estate planning. He loves spending time enjoying Utah’s outdoors with friends and family, and always with his adventure-princess dog, Sadie.  Warren also loves to hike, backpack and snowboard, along with hacking his way through an occasional round of golf. Volunteer with Warren in Salt Lake City [email protected]

Eddie Bauer

Eddie is Florida native currently living in Washington, DC. Growing up in a music loving family, he was surrounded by artists from Donna Summer to Metallica at an early age. He believes that music is good for the soul. No matter how hard the day has been, when good song starts playing you can become re-energized. Graduating from FAMU as a biology major, he now works in clinical research. He is passionate about politics and the community in which he lives. In 2022, he found HeadCount through a friend and was hooked right away! The blending of music and voter access was a perfect fit. He hopes to see you at a show soon! [email protected]

Amber Beiler

Amber Beiler has had a passion for music since she was 5 years old when she started playing piano. She found HeadCount in 2022 and the first show she volunteered at was Panic! at the Disco. That experience spurred her passion for volunteering with HeadCount and live music. She has many favorite artists, but a few of them are Harry Styles, Noah Kahan, Maggie Rogers, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish. When not at a show you can find her playing piano/guitar and writing music, spending time with her friends and family, drinking coffee, reading a good book, and going for runs with her dog, Blue.

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Brant Beland

Suzanne (Suzie) Miller & Brant Beland live in Anna Texas (North of Dallas), and love attending concerts just as much as they love registering voters. When they moved to Texas, they discovered a passion for educating voters and were connected to HeadCount through a friend. They thrive in the Alt Rock scene and you can catch them attending as many shows as they can fit into a week. Suzie works full time as an Organizer with Jolt, and Brant serves as a Field Director for political campaigns, both organizing in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area full time. When they are not out with HeadCount, you can catch them eating ramen, or hanging out with their cat Demon. They both love what they do, and they look forward to registering voters with you out in the field!

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Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein is a student in Columbus, Ohio. She got involved with HeadCount in the summer of 2023 and decided to get more involved when she got too into Noah Kahan. Outside of HeadCount, Hannah is in the woods, leading backpacking trips.

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Sarah Braun

Sarah Braun (she/they) is from Pacifica, CA. She was born and raised in the Bay Area and loves living there. She studied Public Health at San Francisco State University. Sarah absolutely loves going to live events with HeadCount! Her favorite concert to date (outside of HeadCount)  was Kacey Musgraves on the Starcrossed Unveiled tour. When not at a show, at school, or at work, you can find her hanging out with her cat, Elvis Purrsley.

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Emily Bresnahan

Emily Bresnahan lives in Boston, MA, and she lives and breathes live music. Emily found HeadCount while working as a security lead at House of Blues Boston and has been volunteering ever since. When not at a show she can be found at her local record store, at an art museum or listening to Taylor Swift.

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Alan Brock

Alan believes by getting more people to vote we will all win. He has helped registered voters for years, but he first volunteered with HeadCount in 2020 and really enjoys the combination of civic engagement and a show. His favorite bands are Grouplove and 21 Pilots. When he is not volunteering he works as a Public Defender, and tries to enjoy living in paradise. [email protected]

Alex Brown

Hello, I am Alexander Brown. I have lived in the suburbs of Atlanta my whole life. I started volunteering with HeadCount in 2016 and have loved every moment of it. I am currently studying Geographical Information Systems at Kennesaw State University. My favorite band is Widespread Panic and Umphrey’s McGee. My favorite HeadCount memory is either wining a trip to Jam Cruise 17 or going to Bonnaroo with HeadCount! I am so grateful to this wonderful organization and all of the wonderful people I have gotten to known and register to vote! Volunteer with Alex in Atlanta [email protected]

Joseph Burleson

Joe Burleson has called Miami home for over a decade. As a classically trained trumpet player and former hip-hop industry insider, Joe embraces a wide spectrum of musical styles. His passion for music and commitment to positive change led him to join HeadCount. When he's not at a show, Joe can be found exploring Miami’s diverse culinary scene, playing video games, or diving into a new book.

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Elaine Chen

Elaine is from New York City and currently lives in Chicago. She studied computer science and professional writing and now works as a Product Analyst. With her first concert being Global Citizens Festival 2017 in NYC, she quickly gathered an appreciation for live music and shortly after learned about HeadCount. She values meeting new interesting people and being active in her community. Some of her favorite artists include Taylor Swift, Lorde, Finneas, The Killers, Death Cab for Cutie, Two Door Cinema Club, and Wallows. In her free time, you can find her taking pictures, cooking, reading, and trying to learn how to sew. [email protected]

Jessie Cline

Jessie Cline is a proud Houstonian that has a passion for food, music, yoga, and art. She graduated from the University of Houston's Hilton College in 2016, with studies focused on beverage management and marketing. Currently, she brews experimental ciders and teaches yoga! Jessie's love for live performances is what drove her to begin volunteering with HeadCount in 2018. At in Bloom Music Festival, she found just how much she enjoyed connecting the community through democracy. Volunteer with Jessie in Houston [email protected]  

Katie Cole Murphy

After spending ten years in the DC area, Katie Cole Murphy is no stranger to the political circus. Katie moved to New York in Spring 2015 where she continues her activism with HeadCount after visiting the volunteer table at Magnaball. She’s currently working in digital advertising and spends her free time going to concerts, supporting the Washington Capitals, and listening to podcasts.

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Brian Colombini

Brian Colombini hails from Croton-on-Hudson, NY, a serene suburb of New York City. Brian first encountered HeadCount at Firefly Music Festival, where he proudly stood by his friend as she registered to vote for the first time. The friendly volunteers described the awesomeness of HeadCount to Brian, and he excitedly signed up to get involved. Brian volunteered for HeadCount while finishing his studies in computer science, physics, and music business at the University of Vermont.

Brian has long been entranced by the power of live music, and his belief in music’s ability to bring people together and drive social change has only grown. In addition to volunteering at concerts and festivals, Brian has played guitar in funk-rock bands, interned with a music publisher, and hosted shows on community radio. When Brian isn’t getting down to funky grooves or registering voters, he enjoys biking, reading, podcasts, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. He also works for Goodreads, helping to inspire the world to read.

Volunteer with Brian in Burlington, VT.

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Sadie Comer

Sadie Comer is an Executive Assistant in the Greater Seattle area. When she’s not working, she likes to spend her time outdoors exploring new hiking trails, going to concerts, or reading books at home with her cat Ricky. She also loves finding new experiences around Seattle, from art museums to axe throwing, she likes to keep busy and doesn’t have time for a dull moment. Sadie’s love for politics started in high school with debate team, and lead to her getting her bachelor’s degree in Political Science.  Two of her favorite things are music and democracy, making HeadCount the perfect organization for her to get involved in. Sadie can’t wait to start getting others excited about voting and political engagement. [email protected]  

Heather Cooke

Heather Cooke lives in Asheville, loves live music and has a passion to encourage everyone to vote. She started volunteering for HeadCount in 2018 and became a Team Leader the next year. Her favorite band is the Grateful Dead, she even was lucky enough to see Jerry Garcia's last show. When not at a show, she often is found spending time with her husband, Sean, and her 2 dogs, Biskit and Gracey, and crafting ornaments and nightlights as a glass blower.

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Ella Cope

Ella Cope is from the Cincinnati area, lives in Columbus, Ohio, and studied at The Ohio State University. As a Public Policy major and the child of a professional musician, HeadCount's mission speaks perfectly to their interests. Ella has been singing and performing music since she was a kid, and loves listening to live music wherever she can find it. They are passionate about the ability of politics and collective action to promote social justice--and also about Dolly Parton. Ella loves the outdoors and is always planning their next hike. In her free time, you can find her embroidering, biking on the Olentangy Trail, or curating a setlist for the next broadcast of her bluegrass-themed radio show.

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Megan Cowher

Megan Cowher first learned of HeadCount at a Cold War Kids concert in Washington DC in 2013, and was thrilled to start volunteering at Head and the Heart in 2017! She always knew this was a special organization, and jumped at the opportunity to get further involved when Team Leader applications opened up soon after first volunteering. When not registering voters at concerts and events throughout the city, she spends her time as an office manager for a tech start up and playing with her kitten Sequoia.

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Johanna Dadisman

Johanna is a public librarian living in Denver, Colorado. She is passionate about social justice and uses her work at the library to advocate for her community. She has two cats and tattoos for each of them. When Johanna isn't working she loves to explore Colorado's beautiful mountains and, of course, see as much live music as possible. Some of her favorite artists are Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, The Avett Brothers, and Haim. Her all time favorite venue is obviously Red Rocks, and she has a tattoo for that as well. [email protected]

Tommy Danscuk

Tommy Danscuk is from Freehold, NJ, and has been seeing and involved with live music for a long time. Over the years working at the Gathering of the Vibes, backstage in accounting, he had a good view of the many non-profits involved at the festival. With the untimely demise of the Vibes, he was looking for something to get involved with and always had a peripheral view of the good work HeadCount was doing. After volunteering for a couple of local shows in 2016, he made a leap into a 5 show run of Phish, which reignited a love with the band after close to a 14-year hiatus. That run rolled into many more days and nights of canvassing and meeting awesome new friends through HeadCount. Tommy's life balances out nicely with a combination of lots of live music, Mets baseball, tailgating at Giants games, JazzFest, working on Jam Cruise, and most important being a dad. Volunteer with Tommy in Central NJ [email protected]

W. Darby

Darby is a native Detroiter who is currently studying User Experience Design at The College for Creative Studies. A veteran of the Army National Guard, he is passionate about veterans' issues and their rights. He has organized internships for armed service veterans in the live event production industry through his work with O.U.R. Vets nonprofit organization. He can be found enjoying nature no matter the season. In the summer, he can be found on the tennis courts or hiking in the great outdoors. In the winter, he can be found sliding down a mountain on his snowboard. His musical tastes are quite diverse - he'll listen to anything from classical to dubstep. Darby has been working with HeadCount to register voters since 2019. He is a strong believer in the democratic process and empowering others. [email protected]

Madison Davenport

Madison Davenport is originally from Iowa but now lives in Denver. She grew up surrounded by live music and saw her first show, The Chicks and James Taylor, in the 3rd grade, and has been hooked on live music ever since. Her favorite artists include Taylor Swift, The 1975, Bleachers, boygenius, Mt. Joy, Hippo Campus, and many more. When not at a concert, you can catch Madison enjoying all of the great outdoors Colorado offers or spending time with her cat, Butters.

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Julie Ann Dawson

Julie Dawson lives in Covington, Kentucky and loves all things music. She discovered HeadCount in 2004 at Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. She started volunteering in 2011 for a couple of Dave Matthews Band shows in Florida. She absolutely loved it and began volunteering whenever she could. Her favorite band is the Rumpke Mountain Boys. When not on the dance floor of a Rumpke show she can be found playing with her two foster daughters Bovie and Della and her two dogs Maggie and Daisy. [email protected]

Jessica de Martine

Jessica is a passionate advocate for civic engagement and music. Her journey with HeadCount began in 2019, seeking a way to be politically active in the lead-up to the 2020 election. Since high school, Jessica has seen the opportunity to combine music with activism, where she regularly organized music coffee houses with friends’ bands and raised money for Amnesty International. A live music lover, Jessica has eclectic music tastes, rocking out to Rage Against the Machine and Radiohead, dancing to Diplo and Lizzo, and unwinding to The Postal Service and Poliça. When not volunteering with HeadCount, she can be found leading creative teams at work and walking her dog, Poco, in Brooklyn. She hopes to catch you at a NY-based show or touring the country at a festival.

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Nina DeSell

Nina DeSell has been a HeadCount Team Leader in Baltimore since 2017, also covering shows in DC and Philly. She began volunteering when she became an empty-nester. For years, Nina would go to shows and festivals with her daughter, as a way to connect and spend time together. She began volunteering with HeadCount to merge her need for civic commitment, love of music and live shows. She enjoys going to shows and engaging volunteers. Nina always loves the energy and connectivity of live shows and festivals.

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Ashley Dill

Ashley was born and raised in Austin, Texas where she fell in love with live music going to iconic venues like Antone's, Stubb's, Emo's, Nutty Brown Cafe, and Zilker Park for Austin City Limits Music Festival. From there she moved from one historic music city to another.

Megan Donahue

Megan grew up in SF Bay Area before moving to LA in 2016 to Attend CalArts. She started volunteering with Headcount in 2021 while looking for a way to bridge her love of music and activism. Outside of her work with HeadCount, she works in the entertainment industry as an Executive Assistant and Coordinator. When not seeing concerts she can be found watching baseball or reality TV.

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Liv Duesterberg

Liv Duesterberg is a Michigan native currently living in Denver. She received her BS in Environmental Science from Southern New Hampshire University and now works full time as a certified Arborist.  She took an interest in nonprofit work and political involvement at a young age and has been involved with many different organizations and campaigns. Similarly, she has been exposed to live music from a young age thanks to her parents. She enjoys a wide range of different genres, some including electronic, jam bands, bluegrass, and punk rock. HeadCount is her favorite way to get involved and explore genres and artists she would otherwise not see. She lives with her boyfriend and their 2 dogs, 2 lizards and 40 arachnids. [email protected]

Brenda Eames

Brenda is a medical librarian who is addicted to attending concerts and music festivals. She fuels her addiction for live music by annually attending New Orleans Jazz & Heritage, ACL, Free Press Summer Fest and Voodoo Music Festivals plus numerous one-day events. In addition to catching shows in the Houston area, she enjoys traveling for concerts and music festivals. She first learned about HeadCount  at ACL and was attracted to HeadCount because it combined her love of music and volunteerism with the importance of being involved in our democracy.  She began volunteering with HeadCount in 2011 and loves it, because it’s volunteering for a cause she believes in with the added benefit of live music from a variety of artists. In addition to HeadCount, Brenda volunteers with the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and NOAA’s Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.  Brenda’s an avid scuba diver and enjoys diving as often as she can. Volunteer in New Orleans [email protected]

Nina Eckhart

Nina Eckhart was born and raised in Austin, TX, where her love of music was nurtured from a young age through experiences at Austin City Limits, SXSW events, and various local music festivals. Currently, Nina is a student at the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Health and Society with a goal of becoming a Physician Assistant. She discovered HeadCount in 2022 at a Harry Styles concert in Austin and quickly became involved, volunteering at multiple shows and more as a Team Leader since then. Outside of HeadCount, Nina is dedicated to her studies and actively volunteers within her community. When not volunteering Nina is often found spending time with her family of 8, friends, and her 2 dogs.

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Kathy Eldred

Kathy is originally from Louisiana and moved to Kentucky in 2013. She started her journey with HeadCount in 2019 volunteering at a Panic! at the Disco show when she went home to New Orleans for a visit. Since then she has continued to volunteer both in Louisiana, and Kentucky. She has also enjoyed traveling to Nashville and Chicago to help to get voters registered. Kathy enjoys a wide variety of music but some of her favorite bands are No Doubt, Less Than Jake, Panic! at the Disco, and Fall Out Boy among many others!! When Kathy isn't volunteering with HeadCount she can be found working at her Montessori School in the toddler community, spending time with her dog, and two cats, or planning her next trip to Disney! [email protected]

Audrey Erwin

Audrey graduated from the University of Houston in 2021 with a Master of Social Work with a Policy Focus. She has worked as a policy analyst for the Texas Legislative Study Group Caucus, volunteered as a member of the Harris County Ballot Board, and worked as a research assistant on civic engagement research with Houston communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey. She is a passionate advocate for social justice, civic engagement, drug policy reform, harm reduction, HIV prevention, and mental health policy. Audrey loves music and is often seen dancing in her seat with headphones on.

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Brilynn Farmer

Brilynn is an Educator at Lululemon in Huntsville, Alabama. She graduated from the University of Alabama in Huntsville with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Marketing. Music has always been a big part of her life, and she loves getting to meet new people and hearing their stories! She is also a huge fan of all kinds of sports, exploring unique places, and learning new things. She believes that anyone can make a positive impact as long as they show up genuinely, and that’s what she strives to do in everything she does.

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Lara Farrales

Lara Farrales lives in San Francisco and is a live music enthusiast. She first discovered HeadCount in 2022 when Harry Styles partnered with them to help his fans register to vote for the 2022 Midterm election. Her first show she volunteered at was one of the Re:SET shows in Stanford, California, where Steve Lacy and some of her other favorites played. Since then she has been volunteering regularly. Outside of HeadCount, she loves hanging out with her friends, reading, going on walks, and watching movies. [email protected]

Ariel Feldman

Ariel grew up in the heart of South Florida, too consumed with her love for theatre and activism to go to the beach more than twice a year. She discovered HeadCount through March for our Lives and instantly fell in love with the mission and started volunteering right away. Ariel loves all types and genres of music but is especially in love with dodie, Panic! At the Disco, Hayley Kiyoko and James Vincent McMorrow, among others. Her HeadCount dream is to go on tour with one of her loves and register voters at all their shows. But her heart truly belongs to the Camp Rock and Lemonade Mouth Soundtracks above all else.

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Emma Foust

Emma Foust grew up in Northern Alabama. She found HeadCount in early 2020 through a friend who volunteered and instantly fell in love with the organization. While she listens to everything from musicals to pop to country, her favorite artist is Louis Tomlinson. When she isn't in class or volunteering Emma can be found chilling with her cats, driving around aimlessly, or stargazing in her jeep.

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Amy Fredrickson

Amy is a native Oregonian and loves all types of music. She first found HeadCount in 2022 at a Lizzo concert in Portland. When not at a show, you can find her foraging in the forest, hiking in the city, or chilling in her backyard. Outside of HeadCount, she is a Special Education teacher in a local middle school. [email protected]

Valerie Galette

Valerie Galette lives in Somerset County, NJ, and loves music. She found HeadCount in 2021 after hearing about their Tour Partnership with Harry Styles that convinced her she had to be a part of this partnership. She started volunteering soon after and was soon in it for more than Harry. This was an opportunity to make an impact in an industry she loves. Her favorite band will always be One Direction and her favorite artist is Harry Styles. However, she promises her music tastes are more diverse than that! When not at a show she often is found reading a book, working in experiential marketing with Comcast and the PGA Tour, and finding time to hang out with her friends. Valerie is always laughing and looks forward to working with everyone! [email protected]

Jessica Gandy

Jessica Gandy became involved with HeadCount prior to the 2016 election.  As a former Las Vegas high school teacher, she always told her students they needed to vote because that was the best way to have a voice in the world around them.  When she learned about HeadCount she realized there was no better way to ensure people were active voters than to bring voter registration to them in a fun and friendly setting.  Now, as an attorney, she continues to encourage people to take an active voice in their community through local elections.

Jessica has lived in Las Vegas for over 10 years and is constantly surprised by the depth and excitement the city brings.  Because it is a favorite tourist destination, the city has a never-ending supply of world-class entertainment, including live music, stage shows, and comedians.  In addition, she is an avid traveler, enjoying all of the adventures the world has to offer.

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Taylor Gerould

Taylor Gerould lives in Seattle and loves live music. She found HeadCount at a Bleachers show in 2018 where she was persuaded to volunteer after being promised free concert tickets. She quickly found how meaningful it was to support voting rights and has been working at shows ever since. Her favorite bands include Portugal. The Man, King Princess, and Catfish and the Bottlemen. Outside of HeadCount, Taylor works in the special education department of a local middle school. When not at a show or working, she can be found playing games on her Nintendo Switch or playing soccer. [email protected]

Peggah Ghoreishi

Peggah Ghoreishi joined the HeadCount team in Spring 2018 after seeing the lackluster turnout for 18-35 voters in the Chicago primaries. She decided to use her weekly concert attendance in a more productive way and is passionate about combining live music with civic engagement. Peggah considers herself in an open relationship with multiple music venues. She's attended over 600 concerts at over 150 venues seeing over 900 musicians and is always ready to see a new band. Her concert obsession is second only to her love of penguins and cute baby animals. When Peggah's not at a show, you can find her feeding alley cats. Volunteer with Peggah in Chicago [email protected]

Jonathan Goldman

Jonathan Goldman (he/him) is passionate about empowering those in his community. Born in Denmark before shortly thereafter moving to an intentional community in the US, these experiences have shaped Jonathan's outlook on how we can create a better world. Following years of working on campaigns, community organizing, and leading nonprofits, Jonathan joined HeadCount as a way for bringing joy and excitement to the voting process. Some of Jonathan's favorite artists include Watsky, AJR, Cavetown, Jukebox the Ghost, mxmtoon (also Jonathan's first HeadCount concert!), and Saint Motel, to name a few. Jonathan is now living in Massachusetts where he enjoys hiking, playing the violin, game nights, watching baseball, and spending time with friends. [email protected]

Hannah Gordon

Hannah first got involved with Headcount during the 2012 Presidential election, making calls for the non-partisan get-out-the-vote phone bank. Originally from Florida, Hannah moved to West Virginia to attend WVU where she studied marketing communications. After graduating she moved to San Francisco where she volunteered with Headcount at Outside Lands, Beyonce & Jay-Z, shows at the historic Fillmore and more. After 8 wonderful years in the Bay Area, she moved to Central Oregon in 2021 where she resides with her husband. Hannah’s favorite bands are Phish and JRAD. When not at a show, she can be found outdoors on a hiking trail or the Deschutes River, traveling to new places or working her 9-5 as an insights analyst.  [email protected]

Maximillian Grahl

Maximillian studied Public Policy at the University of Michigan. He now teaches in Miami, FL. He found HeadCount while making a 4-hour road trip to see Maggie Rogers in Chicago! He then became a Team Leader in the summer of 2019 to fight voter apathy in Southeastern Michigan. When Max is not registering voters, he is writing songs and living the life of a teacher. [email protected]

Raigan Grane

Raigan Grane currently resides in the Bay View area of Milwaukee, WI. She enjoys all music, has been to many different shows, and got involved in HeadCount after she realized the beauty of the non-partisan approach to registering voters. Professionally Raigan covers Eastern WI in healthcare sales, previously working for many years as a non-profit blood banking consultant. Raigan enjoys hiking (there are so many lakes in WI!), making art at the studio, and sewing garments out of repurposed fabrics, which she never wears because they are not seasonally appropriate. She has two cats, Vita & Cher. [email protected]

Matt Gregg

Matt Gregg lives in Dallas and has been a musician and going to concerts his whole life. When he's not playing shows as a vocalist and guitarist, or hiking with his dogs or playing with his cats, he is passionately trying to get people to vote! He is a native Texan and wants to help more people get out to vote in the state so that everyone's voice can be heard. [email protected]

Racheal Griffin-Jackson

Racheal joined HeadCount in 2012 as the Athens Team Leader after volunteering at an Andrew Bird show in Atlanta. She knew she was hooked after seeing the excitement and pride of the first young voter she registered that night. A huge Pearl Jam, Disco Biscuits, and Georgia Football fan, Racheal’s day job is teaching American Government and World History at a local high school. She strives to teach her students as well as her own children, Griffin and Jessica, about the responsibility of citizens to research and understand important issues for themselves. She is passionate about her music and passionate about her democracy. Racheal is inspired by one of her musical faves, Eddie Vedder, who told a sea of 80,000 people at Bonnaroo in 2008 that “music or a song cannot change the world” but “you all, this many people can.” She hopes to empower fellow music-lovers to use the voices they have in our democracy – their vote, to create a more peaceful and tolerant world for us all. Volunteer in Athens [email protected]

Taylor Griffin

Taylor is originally from Texas, went to school in Boston and now lives in Brooklyn. She’s always had an interest in both the music industry and political activism, so naturally found her way to Headcount! Volunteer with Taylor in New York [email protected]

Joe Guido

Joe Guido joined HeadCount in 2016 by volunteering at the Dave Mathews Band show at Riverbend. After moving from Ohio to Florida later that year, he continued to volunteer for HeadCount, and after experiencing the March for Our Lives event in Tampa he decided he wanted to step up and become more involved. As an advocate for Social Justice and Voter Rights it seemed like a natural fit! Joe was born in New York City but grew up inNorth Miami Beach in south Florida.  He traveled extensively after college where he studied Nuclear and Environmental Engineering at RPI and eventually graduated from the University of Florida with a BS in Nuclear Engineering and MS in Environmental Engineering, and has lived in Virginia, Arkansas, California, Maryland, New Mexico, Idaho, New York and Ohio.  During the 1980's he lived in the northeast and followed the Grateful Dead on there tours through the area. He is still a fan of the Dead's current incarnation, Dead and Company, but is also a fan of Yonder Mountain String Band, Green Day, Linkin Park, Bright Eyes and Jeffrey Lewis. Volunteer with Joe in St. Petersburg [email protected]

Joanna Harlacher

Joanna found HeadCount while attending Okeechobee Music Festival! She loves electronic dance music and traveling to new festivals with friends. When she’s not volunteering, Joanna enjoys baking, reading, and planning her next camping trip with her boyfriend and fellow team leader, Aaron. Her goal is to travel to all 50 states!

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Jamie Haughton

Jamie is from the SF Bay Area and now lives in LA. She first heard about HeadCount at a Harry Styles concert and has been a Team Leader since 2020. She is thrilled to be joining HeadCount as Touring Rep in 2024 to support the Artist Relations team. Outside of her work with HeadCount, Jamie works in Executive & Personal Assistance, Operations, and Office Management. Jamie studied Organizational Studies at Scripps College and wrote her senior thesis on Music Fandoms. When not spending her time at concerts and festivals, Jamie is an avid reader.

Margaret Hill

Margaret Hill lives in Portland, Oregon and loves music. She was introduced to HeadCount at Lollapalooza in 2017, started volunteering in 2021, and began searching for shows whenever she traveled. Her favorite genres are Alternative, Indie, Singer-Songwriter, and she’s a big fan of festivals. When not at a show or festival, she can be found working on Mt. Hood, volunteering with Delta Gamma Fraternity, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, service-for-sight related nonprofits, and local running/walking groups, or hanging out at home with her husband and their senior rescue dog, Bug.

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Elliot Hoffman

“Excuse me while I kiss the sky eat this pie” were the revised lyrics Elliot sang in 5th grade while covering Jimi Hendrix with his band for a school fundraiser. At an early age, he understood the power of music to connect with people for the greater good. And after two years of volunteering with HeadCount beginning in summer 2020 in Philadelphia, he is now a team leader based in Brooklyn, NY. Elliot also serves full-time as a program manager for a behavioral science and public policy research consultancy, and is passionate about policy areas from food justice and the environment to transportation equity, health, and of course, civic engagement. While his taste is ever changing, his favorite musical artists include Flume, GriZ, Kaytranada, FKJ and any combination of jazzy electronic and/or hip-hop. Catch me on my bike, in the park, running between my garden and kitchen, or at a concert! [email protected]

Casey Horgan

Casey was raised in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Casey survived long Minnesota winters playing hockey and long Minnesota summer days swimming in all those lakes. Thanks to fellow Minnesotans Prince, Bob Dylan, and great friends, Casey grew to love music. While completing a degree in Biogeography at the University of Minnesota, Casey gained an interest in political affairs, among other things. Way back in the year 2012, Casey moved to warmer weather in sunny Santa Barbara, California and stumbled upon HeadCount. Casey continued to volunteer with HeadCount sporadically over the years in many locations to promote participation in the democratic process. Casey decided to become a Team Leader because he can't think of a better venue than live music events to engage potential voters and encourage civic involvement! Outside of taking in live music and registering folks to vote, Casey can be found recreating in the many wondrous outdoor locations of California. Casey is currently employed as a Biologist with California Fish and Wildlife where he uses the power of the scientific method to help fish. Volunteer with Casey in Santa Barbara [email protected]

Michael Jalkio

Michael is based in San Diego, CA, where he's lived since 2016. He got involved with HeadCount in 2018 when he volunteered at a Dodie concert. Some of his favorite artists are Jason Mraz, Charlie Puth, and John Mayer. He's also pretty into Broadway & Disney music. Michael works at Meta as a data engineer in the Privacy & Data Practices organization. Outside of work and HeadCount he loves to stay active biking, swimming, running, and surfing. [email protected]

Abigail Jester

Abigail Jester lives in Nashville, TN, and is pursuing a career in the music business. Her life today can be traced back to a Harry Styles concert in 2021, where she realized her dreams of working in live music. It was also through Harry Styles that Abigail discovered HeadCount and she went on to volunteer for the first time soon after moving to Nashville. Most of her time is spent at concerts watching her favorite artists perform, particularly The 1975. When she is not at a show or spending time with her family and friends, Abigail can be found collecting records, reading, or traveling the world!

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Kat Jutras

Kat Jutras is originally from Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and began volunteering with HeadCount in 2017. She instantly fell in love with HeadCount's mission of empowering youth and new voters to participate in democracy. A former musician herself, she is an avid listener of all genres and styles of music and loves HeadCount's participation with diverse musicians. Kat works as a project coordinator for green building projects focused on sustainable design, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction. In her spare time, she commits time to volunteering with other organizations such as the ONE campaign and the Red Cross. Volunteer with Kat in Phoenix [email protected]

Jordan Kalai

Jordan Kalai joined HeadCount in 2019 after seeing an activation at a Panic! At the Disco concert and began volunteering in Washington, D.C. and New York City. Now a Palo Alto resident, Jordan enjoys attending concerts and community events around the Bay Area. Some of Jordan's favorite artists are Olivia Rodrigo, Hozier, Chappell Roan, Harry Styles, and Kendrick Lamar, but she enjoys various genres and artists. When not registering voters with HeadCount, Jordan is a doctoral student in biology at Stanford University. She also enjoys hiking, overpriced fitness classes, and museums.

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Mina Kaldi

Mina studied Media Scoring and Production with a minor in Music Business at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. Her first love has always been composing and performing music. Throughout the years, she also discovered her passion for community organizing, facilitated by her time with Dissenters. Her favorite artists are The Japanese House, Dominic Fike, and anyone else who experiments with music production! 

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Aaron Kaplan

Aaron is a music lover. He stumbled upon HeadCount's Participation Row at Okeechobee in 2023 and soon after became a Team Leader with his girlfriend, Joanna. He likes most music genres but some of his favorite artists are Thundercat, Skrillex, and the Grateful Dead. When not volunteering, Aaron works as a software developer. In his free time, he likes to travel, go camping, work out, or game on his Switch, but his favorite hobby is cooking and trying out new recipes with his girlfriend.

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Colin Karmouche

Colin Karmouche was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and began volunteering for HeadCount in 2022 after stumbling upon them at a variety of shows. After learning more about HeadCount's mission, he knew he needed to sign up as a volunteer. Registering voters at shows like Lauv, Panic! At the Disco, Harry Styles, and the Second Sky Music Festival grew his passion for democracy and live music, so applying to become a Team Leader seemed like an amazing opportunity for him! He loves listening to all types of music, but especially from artists like Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, and SZA. When he's not at a show, you can usually find him playing video games, drinking coffee, or wandering the streets of the city. [email protected]

Liz Kelman

Liz Kelman first joined the HeadCount world in 2010, through the Music for Action collaboration with the NRDC Action Fund. She emailed her elected officials about climate change, downloaded a sweet Best of Bonoroo album, and fell head-over-heels for the idea of combining live music and civic engagement. Several years and two degrees later, she started volunteering with HeadCount in 2018, and is thrilled to be a Team Lead! Liz is a native New Yorker who is passionate about health equity and food justice. She also enjoys biking, brunch, and community gardening. Volunteer with Liz in New York [email protected]

Kelly Klevitsky

Kelly lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, and works in project management for a cybersecurity company. Combining a love for live music with grassroots civic engagement, Kelly has been a HeadCount volunteer since 2018. When she’s not traveling to other cities seeking out more concerts, Kelly is likely enjoying local coffee shops or wandering around some of her favorite Indy neighborhoods looking for gargoyles and other unique architectural accents on the homes. [email protected]

Ella Keymer

Ella Keymer lives in Bronxville (college!) or New City (suburbs!), but always New York. She found HeadCount right before she turned 18--her first show was The National’s There’s No Leaving New York at Forest Hills (how appropriate!) and she has not stopped since. Ella loves Sufjan Stevens, especially his ballet pieces. When she’s not asking Broadway patrons of David Byrne’s American Utopia if they're registered to vote at their current address, Ella is studying Film and Cultural Studies at Sarah Lawrence College, distracting herself with cooking videos and her little kitten Phoebe (as well as her cat-like dog Bowie and her bigger cat Jasmine). Ella also would love to give you restaurant recommendations at her shows, so ask and you shall receive Pho. [email protected]

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Ann King

Ann King was born and raised in IL, lived in TX for 20 years, and is now proud to be a Seattle resident. She has raised two fabulous sons and has been a social studies teacher for almost 20 years at the secondary level.  She first got involved with HeadCount in February of 2012; by June of 2012 she was the new Seattle Team Leader, and now is West Coast Regional Coordinator!  Ann also volunteers at STG Presents and the Marymoor Park concert venue.  In her spare time, she enjoys the theatre, traveling, camping, and even more concerts! [email protected]

Caitlin D. Kokenes

Caitlin D Kokenes lives in Atlanta and has always loved a wide range of music. She found HeadCount at a music festival in 2016 and started volunteering in 2017. Her favorite band is My Morning Jacket. When not at a concert or festival, you can find Caitlin spending time outdoors with her family, playing tennis, or at a gym. [email protected]

Kim Kumpf Mortensen

Kim Kumpf is a Team Leader originally from Illinois who lives in Denver, Colorado. She lived in nine other states and one province in Canada first before traveling to Red Rocks for a Dave Matthews concert and realizing she had found “home”. She attended her first concert when she was seven years old and has been in love with live music ever since. In addition to seeing live music at all the amazing venues Colorado has to offer, Kim enjoys traveling to visit friends (usually scheduled around concerts in their area), golfing, and baking. She also volunteers for Adams County, helping to run elections.

David Leflar

Dave is a middle school teacher in Atlanta, who started team leading with HeadCount in 2018 with March for Our Lives. His favorite bands are the Disco Biscuits and Vulfpeck, and he also plays bass, guitar, drums, and keys!

Volunteer with Dave in Atlanta
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Ben Lerude

Ben Lerude grew up in Reno, Nevada, and has been living in New York City for nearly 5 years. He started volunteering with HeadCount in 2018 after connecting at a Leon Bridges concert at Radio City Music Hall. Since then, his engagement with voting rights has only increased, and he is now pursuing a J.D. with a focus on election law. Before law school, Ben studied computer science and music at Yale University and worked in the music industry. He spends his free time training for marathons and baking new pie recipes, which are importantly both hobbies that he can do while blasting music. At any given moment, he’s probably jamming to one of his favorite artists, which include Indigo de Souza, Wolf Alice, Charli XCX, and Brandi Carlile.

Mike Lewandrowski

Mike is a social worker from upstate NY. His motto is to be thankful for everything! Life has given a lot of good things from a toothpick to the guitar playing of Billy Strings. Mike has a variety of hobbies from kayaking, bowling, bicycling, and of course going to shows! His brother took him to Krockathon when he was 14 and started a lifelong hobby!

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Jason Lewis

Jason lives in Sacramento with his wife and two little ragers. The early 90s were the ideal playground for Jason who “grew up” on tour with Phish and the Grateful Dead, enjoying the culmination of the jam band scene and the post-Jerry peak of musical energy in ‘99 and 2000. That’s when he was first invited to join HeadCount and ultimately lead “Team Sierra” through the early 2000s elections. Jason is a legacy employee of California’s cannabis industry but do not hold that against him. When not shaping future generations or working to save a crumbling industry, Jason can be found buying and selling records at the East Sac Record Rack or popping up at record shows and marketplace events throughout NorCal and beyond. Jason still relates to his motto, “I Like Shiny Things” and can be found enjoying all genres of live music, comedy and the arts.

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Skylar Little

Skylar Little lives in Atlanta and loves the local creative scene. She used to write for Creative Loafing Atlanta's Arts Agenda section while in undergrad at Georgia State University. Skylar goes to Shaky Knees and Bonnaroo every year and frequents concerts in between. She works in digital events, and she recently finished a master's degree in emerging media from the University of Georgia. With so much of her work being online, she's enthusiastic about being a HeadCount Team Leader and making a difference in a face-to-face environment.

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Lindsay Lucenko

Lindsay is a student at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA, where she studies Law, Societies and Justice. She first found out about HeadCount through her Dead Head parents who loved to follow the Dead throughout her childhood. Lindsay began to volunteer last year and immediately knew she wanted to become more involved with HeadCount. Lindsay's favorite artists are Taylor Swift, Mac Miller, and the Grateful Dead. When she isn't working at shows, you can often find her hiking in the mountains, looking for moss, playing with her cat, Toulouse, or playing Mario party with her best friends. [email protected]

Lola Macias

Lola Macias (she/they) was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She is an avid artist who loves all forms of self-expression. They particularly enjoy screen printing, writing, and spatter painting. They graduated with a triple major in Theatre Arts, Media Studies, and Psychology in 2020. Her HeadCount journey began at a rescheduled Wallows show in 2022 - where she first learned about HeadCount. A month later, they were hooked. Their diverse music tastes include Matt Maeson, Ivan Cornejo, Harry Styles, The Pretty Reckless, and of course - show tunes. When not volunteering she can be found with their cat Chunkers, reading a book, exploring a local museum, or trying a new coffee shop.

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Elizabeth Marino

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Daniel Marro

Dan has been working with HeadCount since September of 2021 when he interned with this amazing group of people! In his free time, Dan likes to play the flute, golf, listen to music, and root for the New York Yankees and Jets! He’s been doing volunteer work with campaigns and community organizing groups since 2016 and loves the element of live-music that HeadCount brings to its mission. He likes a lot of different genres: pop, psychedelic rock, hip-hop, classical, and more! Email: [email protected]

Edward Martinez

Edward Martinez is a music student in San Antonio, Texas. He first found HeadCount at a Dead & Company concert in 2017 and began volunteering as soon as he could do so in 2023 in San Francisco with Dead & Company. His favorite band is the Grateful Dead and plays tuba and trombone in local jazz bands around San Antonio. When not playing, writing, or listening to music, he is reading, hiking, or playing video games.

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Jessica McDevitt

Growing up in New Jersey, Jessica spent nearly every weekend at a NYC concert venue immersed in the live music scene.  Since moving to New York in 2016, Jessica discovered HeadCount through her local non-profit work specializing in mental health and music. Outside of work, you can find Jessica on a SoulCycle bike, volunteering with a local dog rescue, or blasting her all-time favorite band, the Jonas Brothers. Jessica is thrilled to be a TL and connect folks through community engagement, advocacy & the universal language of music.

Fun fact – Jessica once did yoga with Olympian figure skater, Michelle Kwan (it was awesome).

Chris McDonald

Chris McDonald, also affectionately known in the Dallas music scene as CMAC, has been involved in promoting concerts in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex for 15 years. Although he is new to the HeadCount family, Chris' passion for community, outside-the-box thinking, and general sunny disposition is infectious. CMAC currently works as the marketing manager for the AT&T Performing Arts Center, the Homegrown Music & Arts Festival, and the  Old 97s County Fair. Before taking on those roles, he worked for 8 years as the marketing and promotions manager for the Granada Theater, which was voted Best Live Music Venue many times. To CMAC, HeadCount combines the two things that he has the most fervor towards: live music and political activism. When he is not working or enjoying a concert, you can find Chris with his two dogs George & Charlie, watching wrestling, or playing his ukulele. Volunteer with Chris in Dallas/Ft. Worth [email protected]

Carl Mead

Carl grew up in Rhode Island and spent time in Upstate NY (St. Lawrence and Clarkson University), Boston and Northwest New Jersey before settling with his family in Orange County, California.  Once his kids headed off to college, he knew HeadCount was a terrific way to get back to live music and support a great cause.  His first show was Music Tastes Good in Long Beach, CA, in 2017 and he never looked back.  His favorite band is the Grateful Dead and branches off into Jam Bands and Jazz. He loves how HeadCount bring opportunities to discover a plethora of new bands, genres and other opportunities to bring voter registration and actions to all.

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Emily Mikes

Emily Mikes is from Chicago & got involved with HeadCount in 2019. She received her Bachelor's in Finance from the University of Kentucky. A fan of Tash Sultana and Warpaint, she is also an avid reader and animal lover, splitting time between HeadCount and PAWS (an animal shelter in Chicago). In her free time, you can catch Emily with her dogs, at a workout class, or listening to a true crime podcast. [email protected]

Suzie Miller

Suzanne (Suzie) Miller & Brant Beland live in Anna Texas (North of Dallas), and love attending concerts just as much as they love registering voters. When they moved to Texas, they discovered a passion for educating voters and were connected to HeadCount through a friend. They thrive in the Alt Rock scene and you can catch them attending as many shows as they can fit into a week. Suzie works full time as an Organizer with Jolt, and Brant serves as a Field Director for political campaigns, both organizing in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area full time. When they are not out with HeadCount, you can catch them eating ramen, or hanging out with their cat Demon. They both love what they do, and they look forward to registering voters with you out in the field!

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Elizabeth Moncrief

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Moncrief started volunteering with HeadCount in February 2017 after searching for an ideal opportunity that combined her obsession with music and her desire to volunteer for a sound cause. After a handful of shows under her belt, the opportunity to be a Team Leader seemed only natural.  Lizzie is a California-educated, New York City MBA/JD-graduated music industry professional.  She had humble beginnings listening to Genesis, Janet Jackson and NKOTB on her trusty Sony Tape Player in her hometown of Denver. She is excited to be a front line industry warrior, registering voters on the reg. When she is not surrounded by music, whether at work, shows or during 7 am spin class, you'll find Lizzie in Central Park with her dog, Missy.  Volunteer with Lizzie in NYC [email protected]

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Liz Mueller

Liz Mueller first ran into HeadCount volunteers at Firefly Music Festival, and after years of concerts, volunteering, and of course voting, she decided to jump in as a Team Leader herself! Born and raised in Central PA, Liz now calls DC home where she works as the Museum Educator at a [classified] museum (hint: they cover some top secret stuff there). She’s worked as a tour guide covering everything from Hershey’s Chocolate to craft beer, taxidermized birds, and rare butterflies. Her favorite artists include Lizzo, OK Go, Lawrence, Bleachers, and anything Spotify classifies as “Stomp and Holler”. When she’s not at concerts, you can catch Liz leading haunted pub crawls in Alexandria, cheering on the Nationals, or sharing cheese sticks with her cats Simcoe and Nugget.   [email protected]

Denise Murphy McGraw

Denise lives in Niskayuna, New York with her husband David (who is also a HeadCount volunteer) and their dog Mo (who is not). She originally learned about HeadCount at a Dead & Co show and started volunteering in 2022. When she's not at shows, she's advocating for greater access mental health and substance use disorder care, increased funding for the arts, and improved worker, voting, and civil rights.

Shannon Murray

Shannon Murray grew up in Maine and is deeply passionate about live music and civic engagement. Her first show with HeadCount was Beats Antique in 2016 and she’s been registering voters and dancing at shows with the organization ever since! Shannon enjoys all kinds of music from Lucy Dacus and Orville Peck to Harry Styles and Dave Matthews Band and everything in between. She works as a store manager for a coffee company, focusing on building strong leaders and creating an inclusive space for her team and her community. Outside of working and registering folks to vote, she can be found with her nose buried in a good book, adventuring around beautiful New England, or embarrassing herself at local trivia nights with her friends.

Holly Nichol

Holly Nichol is a Chicago native who made her way to Kansas City in 2015 after graduating from the University of Illinois and a few years stint in St. Louis. She works in the advertising industry with a knack for analytics and marketing insights. Holly’s favorite things are live music, baseball (Go Cubs!), and bingeing TV shows. She’s a country music fan but her all-time favorite is Dave Matthews Band with a running total of 43 DMB shows around the country over the last decade.  She’s excited to have HeadCount back in KC and organize as many events as possible! Volunteer with Holly in Kansas City [email protected]

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Olivia Otsuka

Olivia is a senior at Hamilton College majoring in Environmental Studies and minoring in Sociology and Art. She fell in love with music at a young age and is an avid concert-goer. Some of her favorite artists include Harry Styles, Gracie Abrams, Peach Pit, Maude Latour, and of course, Taylor Swift. Olivia first found out about HeadCount in 2019 at Ariana Grande’s Sweetener World Tour. Ever since then, Olivia has been inspired by the power of music and live events to bring people together and motivate positive change. HeadCount perfectly combines Olivia’s passion for music and community organizing, and she is excited to explore how music can promote accessible participation in democracy as an Intern. When not at a concert, you can likely find Olivia crocheting, making strawberry banana smoothies, or scootering outside when the weather is nice.

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Tracy Owens

Tracy Owens began volunteering with HeadCount in December of 2017, after hearing about it on an episode of Pod Save America.  After volunteering at several shows in the DFW area, she was inspired by her Team Leader to get more involved. By June of 2018 she became a team leader.  When she’s not volunteering with HeadCount, she is a board member for the Grand Prairie zoning appeals board, and works in corporate training at the headquarters of a global manufacturing company based out of Las Colinas. In her free time she likes to go to music festivals, travel the world, and hang out with her husband and dogs.

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Emily Peterson

Emily Peterson lives in Nashville for college and spends the rest of her time in Los Angeles with her mom. She learned about HeadCount in 2021 while attending Harry Styles’ Love On Tour in Nashville. Emily’s first show with HeadCount was in early 2022 at a YungBlud show at the Ryman Auditorium. She loves Classic Rock, Alternative, Pop, Folk, and Funk music. When she’s not working shows, she’s attending classes at Belmont University for Music Business, going to concerts, traveling, or collecting records. [email protected]

Becky Phillips

Becky Phillips lives outside of New Haven, CT, by way of Madison, WI, and Seattle, WA, before that. She became involved with HeadCount in 2023 with the ultimate duo of Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service and has been excited to get folks out and voting ever since. She has always loved live music and got married at her favorite venue in Madison before moving out to New England. When she's not listening to music, you can find her riding her mountain, cyclocross, or gravel bike and cuddling up with her two dogs and cat. [email protected]

Michael Prince

Michael Prince lives in Saint Louis where he goes to as many concerts and baseball games as he can. He was first introduced to HeadCount when he attended Electric Forest in 2022 and found out that he was not properly registered to vote at his current address! He got registered there at the festival and thought that it was so cool that he started volunteering shortly thereafter. Some of Michael's favorite artists are GRiZ, Earth Wind & Fire, Silk Sonic, Surfaces, The Floozies, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Of The Trees, and so many more. When not at a show you can find him cheering on any of the local sports teams, playing Dungeons & Dragons with his friends, or working at his job as a software engineer. No, he won't help you build that idea you had for an app, but he will join your fantasy football league. [email protected]

Mikayla Pugh

Mikayla Pugh is a Columbus, Ohio, native who adores the 614 music scene! After discovering HeadCount in 2018, she fell in love with local democracy and voter empowerment. Her favorite part of working with HeadCount is the acceptance and growth it brings to her community. When not interacting with show goers, you can find her volunteering with other local organizations, painting rocks to hide around Columbus, or hanging out with her best friends AKA her two pet turtles Sluggy and Clarence!

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Jake Quinn

Jake Quinn spent his career in Washington, DC, finally escaping to Asheville in 2005. He has been going to concerts since 1969, and moved to Asheville for the music, but became active in North Carolina politics, too. These days he chairs his county Board of Elections, umpires youth baseball, volunteers at public radio station WNCW 88.7-FM, and is thrilled to be Grandpa to his two Asheville-born grandchildren. [email protected]

Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez was born and raised in Yonkers, New York. Her obsession with music started at a young age when her older sisters exposed her to some great artists like Weezer, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nirvana, Kanye West, and so many more. As she got older she realized she needed to make music her career so she studied Music Management at the University of Delaware. Upon graduation she worked in several music studios, venues, and licensing companies until she landed her current role at ASCAP. She first volunteered for HeadCount in 2019 at the Billie Eilish concert and from then on she's been adamant about getting more involved. With her passion for social justice and music combined, she's excited to embark on this journey with HeadCount. [email protected]

Sofia Rodriguez

Sofia went to her first concert at age 8 with her parents and has since attended more than 400 national concerts and hundreds more regional and local shows. Her volunteerism runs deep with work for animal shelters, underserved children and political activism. In her work in advertising and non profits, she has been responsible for booking acts for events and coordination of local meet and greets with fans. Understanding the importance of voter registration, she led more than 1,000 volunteers who registered more than 10,000 voters in a matter of weeks. She is bringing this passion and expertise to her community and fellow concert goers through HeadCount and hopes to infuse her passion for democracy in others.

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Greg Sarafan

Greg Sarafan started blogging for HeadCount in January 2011.  Since that time he has held numerous rolls within the organization NYC Team Leader, Legal Intern, Employee, Special Event Social Media Management, Pro-Bono Legal Adviser,  Artist Rep, and Training Coordinator.  Greg has degrees in political science and art history from Binghamton University and JD from Brooklyn Law School with a concentration in IP, Media and Privacy Law.  In 2009 Greg presented his theory of Artistic Stylistic Transmission in the Royal Mughal Atelier at a art history symposium at Ohio State University and in 2017 he was a panelist at the Duke University Law School Sports and Entertainment Law Symposium.  Greg spends most of his free time trying to get the knots out of his long haired cats and editing weather charts so his face appears on Beyonce's body hovering over both warm fronts.

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Kiki Schargorodski

Kira Schargorodski (aka KiKi) is a Floridian born and raised in Fort Myers, and is currently residing in the Orlando area. He knew of HeadCount through years of working at music festivals, and began working with the organization in 2022! HeadCount for him was the perfect outlet for civic engagement, as a person who is physically disabled, he is very passionate about equal rights and opportunities for all humans and that has fueled his passion for voting advocacy! Him and his partner Kiba are co-team leads in Orlando and are working towards making the city a better place then when they found it! Outside of HeadCount, he is a self-employed artist, creating custom tailored mascot costumes on commission. He is also an avid outdoorsman, camping and bird watching are staples in his life! His favorite artists range from Bonobo, Earth Wind & Fire, Flowdan, and FKJ.

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Jen Schnabel

Nicole Scutt

Nicole is a born and raised New Yorker who was first exposed to live music through the Bronx underground scene. She was introduced to HeadCount through her partner, and has been with the organization since 2021. Nicole has a cat named cheese, who is quite the cutie. She is very passionate about food and beverages, so most of her time is spent tasting or cooking new things, reading a new fantasy novel, working on some kind of craft project, or wasting too many hours playing video games. [email protected]

Laura Sensenbrenner

Laura studied at Kent State University majoring in special education, along with minors in early childhood education and autism spectrum disorders. She started volunteering with HeadCount in 2018 at a Gov't Mule concert and has been in love with it ever since. They love all types of music but their all time favorite artist is Harry Styles, followed closely by Hozier. Outside of attending shows, they can be found spending time with all of their pets (they have many). She also enjoys spending time with friends, finding new hobbies, or watching reality TV.

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Kate Siegrist

Kate won’t lie…the music is what first drew her in when she joined HeadCount after moving to Denver in 2018.  However, once she registered a middle-aged, first-time voter on vacation at Red Rocks who looked at her square in the eye and said, “It’s time,” she was hooked!  In her opinion, there are few things more patriotic than empowering voters to participate in democracy.  And the sweet melody of your favorite band is just the cherry on top!  By day she’s a scientist, but by night you can catch her dancing to her favorite bands like Phish, Greensky Bluegrass, and The Infamous Stringdusters, just to name a few.  When she’s not doing either of those things, you can find her outside doing basically anything and everything to not be inside. Now she’s Team Leading Florida.

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Jeanelle Sims

Jeanelle is a native of the Southside of Chicago, a lifelong lover of music, and she's been registering voters since 2004. Her first HeadCount show was the On The Run II tour in 2018, and she's been hooked ever since. When she's not managing data for a nonprofit, going to shows, or registering voters, Jeanelle enjoys traveling, exploring the global food scene, letting loose on a dance floor somewhere, and spending time with her friends and family.

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Les Skolnik

Les Skolnik loves being a HeadCount TL! Les is currently the Social Studies Learning Specialist at a high school in Brooklyn, NY. As a social studies teacher, Les facilitates classroom experiences that allow his students to see their own stories reflected in history. Les has been an educator, youth worker, and youth development specialist for over fifteen years, having served in organizations and schools in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island, and Buffalo, NY. Les holds a B.A. in History from SUNY Buffalo and a Master’s degree in Inclusive Secondary Social Studies Education from Hofstra University and is a New York State certified teacher in secondary Social Studies and Special Education. In his spare time, Les sees as much live music as possible (usually Phish), loves to travel, and can often be found exploring New York City with his camera while trying to improve his skills as a photographer. Volunteer with Les in New York [email protected]

Joe Smith

Passionate for civic engagement and live music, Joe began volunteering with HeadCount in early 2018. Soon thereafter he signed up for as many shows as possible and strived to make a positive impact in his community by promoting the democratic institution. His eclectic CD and record collection spans artists from ABBA to Anderson .Paak to Anthrax and he is always accepting new sonic suggestions.

Kiba Smith

Kiba started with HeadCount in 2022 and got hooked after his first year at Hulaween! His music tastes scatter across many genres but is a huge lover of Phish, Flowdan, Clozee and Wreckno! Kiba is a work from home freelance digital illustrator, who lives to make people happy through his artwork. When he's not encouraging people to participate in democracy, he and his partner, Kiki, can be found at a thrift store or antique mall, out somewhere eating way too much food for their own good or relaxing at home drinking some hot tea and taking care of their pets.

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N'Dia Smith

N’Dia began volunteering with HeadCount in 2018 at the Made in America Festival. A Pennsylvania native, N’Dia moved to Washington, DC, where she attended the illustrious Howard University. After earning her degree, she embarked on an exhilarating adventure to the Big Apple, chasing her dreams in the world of public health. N'Dia's incredible journey has brought her back to the DMV (that's D.C., Maryland, and Virginia), where she continues to make a difference in her career. When she's not making waves at HeadCount, she's a free-spirited explorer, jetting off to new destinations and collecting memories. She has an infectious love for music and thrives on spending quality time with her amazing friends. [email protected]

Ari Spence

Ari Spence has been volunteering with HeadCount since August of 2022. She loves a huge variety of music, but finds she most gravitates toward indie-pop, alternative, and modern rock artists. Outside of HeadCount, Ari is a full-time graduate school student who cross-stitches and reads books for fun. She enjoys spending time with her four cats, two fish, and partner in her free time.

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Michael Spencer

Michael Spencer lives in St. Louis and is a Deadhead and avid hiker. His perfect vacations usually involve hiking by day and seeing Dead and Company by night. He is currently looking for new artists to fill the void when Dead and Co is not touring. Billy Strings seems to be the current front runner, but stay tuned! Michael discovered HeadCount in 2018 and immediately felt drawn to the cause. His move to St. Louis prompted him to get involved with volunteering. He is an accountant, bourbon enthusiast, and father to 4 cats. [email protected]

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Sabrina Spörk Woodling

Sabrina Spörk Woodling was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina but has been residing in Minneapolis, MN since 2008. She became involved with HeadCount in 2016 after she was approached at Electric Forest, and was asked if she was ready to vote; Sabrina is not yet a citizen of the United States and therefore is not allowed to vote. This prompted her to become involved however possible and signed up to volunteer. She grew up with a lot of rock and roll, but don’t be surprised if you hear her listening to Taylor Swift, Iron Maiden, The Beatles, or Chromeo. Sabrina loves insects, crafts, chocolate, road tripping with her husband, Joe, and hanging out with her senior cat, Salem.

Oliver Stabbe

Oliver is a DC native who now calls Oakland, CA home. He found HeadCount through shows in DC in the early 2010s and has been volunteering ever since. Voter and democracy engagement have been lifelong pillars for him, with his first voter registration event at the age of 4, standing outside a rural Pennsylvania liquor store in 2000 with his mom and a clipboard. His favorite band varies by day, but he is a huge fan of Jukebox the Ghost, Childish Gambino, Bleachers, Lizzo, Noname, Pomplamoose, Jacob Collier, Arctic Monkeys, Dreamer Isioma, Couch, Gaelynn Lea, Lake Street Drive, Tank and the Bangas, and so much more. When not at a show, Oliver is likely involved in advocacy work, exploring nature through hiking and rock climbing, or reaching out to you to discuss your car's extended warranty.

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Tyler Stansky

Tyler Stansky is a native of the south and calls Georgia home. Tyler was introduced to HeadCount while living in Colorado in 2016. It was love at first sight for Tyler with HeadCount. They started volunteering and shortly after became a team lead and even had the opportunity to do a brief tour to help launch Cannabis Voter Project. The greatest band they have seen while working with HeadCount is Florence and the Machine at Grandoozy. When not working with HeadCount you can find them hanging out with their family, volunteering within their community or teaching children theater. [email protected]

Eva Stanton

Eva Stanton lives in Orange County California. She first volunteered with HeadCount in 2019 after hearing about how awesome the organization was from one of her close friends, and after her first show, she was sold. While she enjoys all types of music, she has a soft spot for indie, classic rock, and jazz. When she’s not working shows, she enjoys crafting, reading, listening to music, volunteering as a Summer Camp Counselor, skiing, snowboarding, surfing, roller skating, hiking, gardening, thrifting, sewing, crocheting. She is passionate about intersectional environmental justice and inspiring others to get involved with their passions.

Carly Stein

Carly is a recent graduate of Barnard College of Columbia University; her life’s work will center on the mental and emotional well being of children. Born in New York and raised by a family with a passion for rock, new wave and alternative music, she could quote lyrics from The Cure to Smashing Pumpkins and Pearl Jam from the time she was a toddler. Carly began volunteering with HeadCount at American Utopia on Broadway, an opportunity to be in the same venue as the incomparable Mr. David Byrne of the Talking Heads. While her family was formative in her passion for music, Carly’s love & devotion began with One Direction and continues in perpetuity with Harry Styles. Seeing the HeadCount table and crew at Madison Square Garden for Harryween in October 2021, gave Carly the impetus to persist and eventually become a TL. Carly has worked for Sunrise Association for Children With Cancer since she was 16 years old, and is a volunteer at New York Presbyterian’s Pediatric Oncology Department where art and crafts provide a respite. Without question, the most impactful music-related experience of Carly’s life came in 2015, when she and her family were returning to their hotel from the Foo Fighters concert at Fenway Park and standing in the lobby was the immensely talented and kind Taylor Hawkins. Taking a photo with him and chatting was an otherworldly treat, and now a treasure for a lifetime.

Donald & Kimberly Tatera

Donald and Kimberly, aka ‘Team Tatera,’ first experienced the amazing power of HeadCount while volunteering for Love Hope Strength at three Grateful Dead Fare Thee Well concerts in Santa Clara, CA and Chicago, IL in June/July 2015. Hobbies include: LOTS of music/concerts, wine, travel, driving slow British cars quickly, and going shooting to prepare for the zombie apocalypse. Life is short, live it with no regrets!

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Mekleet Teferi

Mekleet Teferi lives in NYC. She is originally from Maryland and Washington, DC. Upon looking for volunteer opportunities post-grad, she stumbled upon HeadCount in 2022 and has never looked back. Her favorite band is The Strokes. When not volunteering, she is taking Pilates classes and reading (for work and leisure).

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Bill Tilson

Billy Joe Tilson has had a great passion for government and the election process since middle school.  He feels that the act of voting is an extremely underutilized tool in our democracy, and thinks that voting should be looked upon as an opportunity, not an archaic function of days gone by.  That is why Billy became involved as a Volunteer and Team Leader in Knoxville, TN! Music is also a personal interest. HE LOVES MUSIC! So joining his needs to encourage civic participation in the electoral process together with music makes HeadCount the perfect harmonious balance for Billy’s soul! Billy greatly enjoys the musical stylings of the Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, Velvet Underground, The Beatles (however Colbert said that saying Beatles are your favorite band is like saying food is your favorite flavor...), Red Hot Chili Peppers, U2, The Smiths, Talking Heads, Dinosaur Jr, Bruce Springsteen, Prince, Widespread Panic, 311, Beethoven etc... Volunteer with Bill in Knoxville [email protected]

Lindsey Toomer

Lindsey started volunteering with HeadCount when Dead and Company came to Boulder in July 2023, and couldn't stop coming back given her passion for concerts and voter engagement. When she isn't working or at a show, she can be found outside exploring Colorado and traveling, hanging with her cat Phoebe, or dancing at a gay bar in Denver. Her favorite artists include Harry Styles, MUNA, The 1975, Glass Animals and Fletcher. [email protected]

Kimberly Tromatore

Kimberly Tromatore has a passion for live music, inclusion, and helping others. All three led her to volunteer with HeadCount in Nashville beginning in 2017. She connected with HeadCount while volunteering with Reverb and knew she needed to join! Becoming a Team Leader herself in July 2019, she has now worked numerous shows and doesn’t plan to stop. Kimberly’s taste is music is very eclectic as she’s originally from New Orleans, having grown up being heavily influenced by Country and R&B. You can find her jamming out at music festivals and live shows regularly. A few of her favorites are Brandi Carlile, Gary Clark Jr., Dolly Parton, Dave Matthews, and Lizzo. [email protected]

Scott Van Fossen

Scott has been a cultural & natural historian by trade working all across the country. As a younger person, he became involved with both music & politics. He has volunteered on various political campaigns over the years both on the local & federal levels. Scott first started seeing live music as a fan that led into working in music production. He first got involved with HeadCount through Dead & Company’s Participation Row. Live music & registering folks to vote merges two of his passions. Scott draws his passion for public citizenry from our shared heritage & the hope of what the future can bring.  We must all act & work together to live up to the basic standards of our written documents. In Dr. King’s final speech for sanitation workers rights in Memphis, TN, he states, “But somewhere I read of the freedom of assembly. Somewhere I read of the freedom of speech. Somewhere I read of the freedom of press. Somewhere I read that the greatness of America is the right to protest for right. And so just as I say, we aren't going to let dogs or water hoses turn us around, we aren't going to let any injunction turn us around. We are going on.” MLK April 03, 1968 Scott feels compelled to keep MLK’s words relevant to our current times.  What is there, but for such a simple act, that as citizens of this country, we get to express in our common collective each election cycle in November, to choose our representatives for our government. How Beautiful is this? What HeadCount offers, to become public citizens in registering folks to vote in such amazing settings at concert venues, is an expression of Love for as Dr. Kings says, Our Beloved Community. Inspiration Move Me Brightly… Saving Our Vote & upholding The First Amendment to Our Constitution are essential to maintaining our democracy.  Some of Scott’s favorite styles of music include: Jazz, Classical, Bluegrass & The Blues. In celebrating our shared experience through History, Art, Music & Politics, engaging folks to register to vote are key in preserving our heritage as both US & Global Citizens of this country & planet of ours. We are the stewards of both our democracy & our planet. Scott’s life long goal has been to encourage & inspire folks to become better guardians of our planet & to become better local & global citizens. “When we see the earth from space, we see ourselves as a whole. We see the unity and not the divisions. It is such a simple image with a compelling message. One planet. One human race. We are here together and we need to live together with tolerance and respect. We must become Global Citizens…if it were not for the people I love and who love me. We are all time travelers, journeying together into the future. But let us work together to make that future a place we want to visit. Be brave, be determined, overcome the odds. It can be done.” Stephen Hawking...Global Citizen 2015 [email protected]

Justin Von Den Steinen

Former HeadCount raffle winner, turned intern, turned volunteer, and now Team Leader, Justin Von den Steinen currently lives in Brooklyn NY, and works in advertising as a Campaign Manager for NBC. He is interested in furthering his involvement in the non-profit world and is passionate about civic engagement, non-partisan bridge building and of course, the art of music. Justin is energetic and enjoys engaging the public regarding HeadCount’s mission, and loves building relationships with fans, activists and venue staff at HeadCount events. [email protected]

Jessica Wahlers

Jessica Wahlers lives in Connecticut and is excited to be a part of the HeadCount team. Her eclectic music taste and interest in events in her community inspired her to volunteer with HeadCount. Jessica teaches beginning band and advanced woodwind lessons in New York and Connecticut. Some of her favorite artists include Harry Styles, Niall Horan, and Beyonce. When Jessica is not teaching or at a concert, she can be found enjoying a cup of coffee and reading a good book. [email protected]

Aleah Walker

Aleah found HeadCount in 2018. She first volunteered with the organization at a Panic! At The Disco show in 2022. She quickly realized she wanted to continue helping with HeadCount's mission to encourage participation in democracy! Music is her favorite thing in life, and she hopes to one day work in the industry! She loves listening to different genres and watching live music! A few of her favorite artists are Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Paramore, and Arctic Monkeys! When Aleah is not volunteering with HeadCount, you can find her painting, reading, traveling, or scrapbooking! [email protected]

Abigail Walsh

Abby is from Indiana but now lives in Colorado Springs. She works as a Behavior Analyst and loves talking about all things behavior and the science behind it. Abby loves attending concerts and festivals and going to as many Red Rocks shows as possible. Abby has a wide range of music she loves including Harry Styles, Noah Kahan, Caamp, Still Woozy, and ODESZA. When not working or at concerts, you can find Abby out hiking, camping, rock climbing, taking her two dogs on a walk, or baking in the kitchen.

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Adam Wanamaker

Adam lives in Denver and loves live music & nature. He first volunteered with HeadCount by accident in 2017 when a friend signed him up to pass out donuts at Phish’s “Baker’s Dozen” in MSG (seriously).  He moved to Denver in 2018 and quickly realized he could not afford to see all of the live music he wanted to, so he started volunteering with HeadCount in earnest.  His favorite bands are Phish and Streetlight Manifesto.  When not at a show he may be found biking around Denver, driving out to the mountains, or traveling to see friends, family, or his favorite band.  Adam truly believes one of the greatest hallmarks of freedom is voting.

Bennett Wasch

Bennett Wasch was born and raised in the Annapolis, MD area and began volunteering for HeadCount in 2018 after stumbling upon them. After moving to Baltimore for Law School and having the opportunity to volunteer at more shows, he realized how much the mission of Headcount resonated with him, so applying to become a Team Leader seemed like an amazing opportunity for him! He loves listening to all types of music, but especially from artists like Noah Kahan, Taylor Swift, Hozier, The 1975, and Holly Humberstone (to name a few). When he is not volunteering at a show, you will probably still see him there, but apart from live music you will see him out for a run along the inner harbor or in the law library studying for classes!

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Brian Weinstein

Brian Weinstein lives in Atlanta and loves live music. Brian has been fortunate enough to attend every Bonnaroo, all 19, and many other great American festivals like Coachella, Lollapalooza, etc. Brian found HeadCount in 2007 at a local concert and was interested in the civic opportunity to help register people to vote. When not at a show, Brian is working as a sales and tax use data analyst at a consulting firm and enjoying other great life hobbies outside of music. [email protected]  

Hart Welles

Hart Welles enjoys dancing at people as they do everyday tasks, building snow forts, and milkshakes. Hart started volunteering with HeadCount in 2017 after learning about the organization at Firefly Music Festival. HeadCount's blend of political activism and live music was exactly what he was missing in his life. Hart works as a Process Improvement Engineer at General Dynamics Electric Boat in New London, CT with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Engineering Management. He's been attending and volunteering at music festivals since he was a kid and loves being able to give back to the experience in a meaningful way. [email protected] Volunteer with Hart in New York

Annie Wensley

Annie is originally from the Seattle area, but has lived in five cities since graduating high school and now lives in Los Angeles. She has been registering voters and participating in activations with various organizations since 2016, and first found HeadCount at a show in New York City while pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in History and Political Science. Since moving to LA, some of her favorite HeadCount shows have included Boygenius, Gracie Abrams, Paramore, Harry Styles, and Death Cab for Cutie. In her spare time, she enjoys all things food, arts, crafts, and hanging out with her partner, dog, and cat.

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Meredith Wohl

Meredith Wohl joined HeadCount as a volunteer in the fall of 2017, and as a Washington, D.C. Team Leader in April 2018. She first learned about HeadCount while travelling the country as a music festival photographer in 2014, and is thrilled to be a part of an organization that perfectly blends her passions for live music and political engagement. Meredith graduated from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC in May 2017, and has experience as a field organizer, reporter, and publicist. When she's not registering voters, you can find her in the photo pits of D.C. venues shooting for various local publications, reading a historical biography, or on a quest to find the perfect bagel. Volunteer with Meredith in DC [email protected]

Benji Wolf

Benji Wolf is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, lyricist, composer, producer, dancer, and entrepreneur from Princeton, NJ. By exploring musical territories that withstand classification, Benji aims to connect younger generations with the original roots of music, such as traditional jazz and classical genres, while infusing modern elements like psychedelic rock and nu-disco. They are the founder, executive director and event manager at The XANADU Project, presenting "Welcome to XANADU," a benefit concert series promoting representation, accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the entertainment industry and to all those who engage with it. They are excited to be a part of the NYC HeadCount team!

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Becky Wood

Becky Wood has been registering voters with HeadCount since 2016, having connected with the organization after volunteering with other groups like The Ally Coalition, Reverb, and Calling All Crows. She was so inspired by the work of these groups that she wrote her graduate thesis about the intersection of music fan communities and activism. A native of Baltimore, Becky now lives just outside of Nashville, where she works in the museum field. When she’s not asking people if they are registered to vote at their current address, she’s probably still at a show. She can name all of the U.S. presidents in order - thanks Animaniacs!

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JR Wotring

JR has been volunteering with HeadCount since 2008 and became the Columbus, OH Co-Team Lead in 2012. With a stalker-like love for live music and a disdain for the lack of electoral participation, JR has used HeadCount as the perfect coping mechanism. JR’s day job is a Reporting Specialist with Gap Inc. Direct, but he prefers the term “Excel Jedi”. He is also the Executive Director of the Mobil Estate Tour, a DISorganization dedicated to getting JR to as much live music as possible with a focus on festivals. [email protected] Volunteer in Columbus

Mitchell Yegorov

Mitchell was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He is a student at Binghamton University and plans to engage with students on and off-campus through community events. He discovered HeadCount in June of 2022 at Governors Ball when two friendly volunteers approached him and started engaging with him. He volunteered at his first event on National Voter Registration Day in Union Square. Mitchell's favorite experiences with HeadCount were volunteering at music festivals such as Rolling Loud and Governors Ball because of the number of people he can engage with. Mitchell loves all type of music, but his favorite artists include Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Tyler The Creator, and Kid Cudi. When he is not at a show or studying, you can find him hanging out with his best friend Madison, playing with his dog, Jasper, or tutoring students who need extra help.

Damian Zamora

Damian has been a part of the music and voter registration scene since 2003. He first heard of HeadCount in 2009 at a Les Claypool show. He started seeing fellow HeadCounters at more and more shows. He decided to join in 2010 and traveled many times to volunteer at shows. Damian has been involved with music for many years, whether it's managing bands, djing at local venues or even setting up his own shows. He is also an audiophile. He collects records and has over 10,000 pieces of vinyl!

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Jennifer Zink

Jennifer is a long time volunteer with several non-profit organizations and is excited to join HeadCount. She is passionate about affecting change in the world around her. As a marketing professional, she spends her days trying to understand and engage target audiences and transforming buyers into loyal enthusiasts. She loves all kinds of music and attends lots of concerts and festivals in her spare time. When not working, she spends time with her family and encouraging her kids to get involved in the world around them. [email protected]

Henry Zucco

Henry Zucco is a student at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. The first time he got involved with HeadCount was when a friend suggested that he sign up to volunteer a local Pride event in Northampton, MA. From there he realized how rewarding the work is and fell in love. Henry loves music of all kinds, but has a passion for music that makes you dance and smile. Outside of HeadCount, Henry can be found riding his longboard around campus, exploring Maine, and practicing Chinese calligraphy while listening to audiobooks.

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