THE FOUNDATION
The Teenage Cancer Foundation is an independent IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of adolescents and young adults facing cancer.
Working alongside healthcare providers, strategic partners, supporters, and community leaders, the Foundation seeks to expand awareness, fundraising, and support for young people and their families.
Sir Roger Daltrey and Teenage Cancer Foundation President Huw Shakeshaft discuss the future of adolescent and young adult cancer support at Parliament.
FROM ROCK & ROLL TO PARLIAMENT: A VOICE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH CANCER
At Parliament, Sir Roger Daltrey, Founding Patron of the Teenage Cancer Foundation, and TCF President Huw Shakeshaft discussed their shared commitment to improving care and support for teenagers and young adults with cancer.
Their conversation reflected the partnership at the heart of this work. The Teenage Cancer Foundation mobilizes American donors, businesses, and community partners. Teen Cancer America, also founded by Sir Roger Daltrey, brings specialized adolescent and young adult cancer expertise and works directly with leading hospitals to develop approved programs and spaces for young people.
That work extends beyond treatment of the disease. Teenagers and young adults can face anxiety, depression, isolation and disruption to school, work, relationships and independence. Through its hospital partnerships, Teen Cancer America helps advance age-appropriate mental health support, peer connection, specialist care, and patient navigation alongside the clinical care patients receive.
Board of Directors
Huw Shakeshaft
President
Huw Shakeshaft is an entrepreneur, strategic advisor, and former world championship athlete with nearly four decades of experience spanning international finance, healthcare, philanthropy, and business development. Having lived and worked in many of the world's leading financial centers, he has developed extensive relationships across healthcare, business, sports, entertainment, and public affairs.
Huw currently serves on the Board of Teen Cancer America, the organization founded by Sir Roger Daltrey to improve care and support for adolescents and young adults facing cancer. As a young adult cancer survivor himself, Huw has a personal understanding of the challenges faced by young people navigating a cancer diagnosis. His longstanding involvement with Teen Cancer America and commitment to expanding resources for adolescents and young adults facing cancer were instrumental in the creation of the Teenage Cancer Foundation.
As President of the Foundation, Huw helps guide its strategic vision, partnerships, and long-term growth while advancing its mission to ensure that no young person facing cancer is overlooked or forgotten.
Harold Bollaci
Treasurer
Harold Bollaci is an attorney and business advisor with extensive experience in corporate governance, compliance, and organizational stewardship. He helps ensure the Foundation maintains the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and financial oversight.
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Dino Bossi
Director, International Affairs
Colonel Dino Bossi brings a distinguished career spanning military leadership, international finance, strategic consulting, and charitable development. A former senior executive with Barclays and a highly decorated military officer, Dino has spent decades leading complex operations, building international relationships, and advising organizations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia.
His unique combination of leadership experience, global perspective, and strategic insight helps guide the Foundation's international engagement, long-term growth, and mission-driven partnerships.
Tom Kearney
Director, Strategic Leadership & Governance
Admiral Tom Kearney, USN (Ret.) served the United States Navy with distinction for more than three decades, culminating as Vice Commander of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). Throughout his distinguished career, he led complex organizations, advised senior military and government leaders, and earned a reputation for exceptional leadership, integrity, and public service.
A graduate of Villanova University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering through the Navy ROTC program and a Master's Degree in Political Science (International Relations), Admiral Kearney has remained committed to leadership, service, and supporting mission-driven organizations throughout his career.
As a Director of the Teenage Cancer Foundation, Admiral Kearney brings decades of executive leadership, strategic insight, and a lifelong commitment to serving others. His experience in governance, organizational leadership, and building high-performing teams strengthens the Foundation's efforts to expand awareness, develop strategic partnerships, and improve the lives of adolescents and young adults facing cancer.
Sam Hobbs
Director, Strategic Partnerships & Philanthropic Engagement
Sam Hobbs is a Delaware-based entrepreneur, investor and part of the historic du Pont family, with family roots in the state spanning seven generations. Over more than three decades, he has founded and led businesses and built enduring relationships across finance, healthcare, and private enterprise. His deep ties throughout Delaware’s business, civic and philanthropic communities give him valuable insight into the state and its leaders. His career includes experience with Kidder Peabody and Morgan Stanley, and he serves as a director of Shakespeare Integrated Healthcare Services. As a member of the Teenage Cancer Foundation Board, Sam brings seasoned business judgment, a far-reaching network and a deep commitment to expanding specialized care and emotional support for teenagers and young adults facing cancer.
Matthew Ballinger
Director, Technology & Digital Strategy
Matthew Ballinger is a technology entrepreneur and business leader with decades of experience developing digital platforms, enterprise systems, and organizational technology solutions. He oversees the Foundation's technology strategy, digital infrastructure, online engagement platforms, and digital growth initiatives.
David Webb
Director, Media & Public Affairs
David Webb is a nationally recognized broadcaster and public advocate with more than three decades of experience in media and strategic communications. He hosts The David Webb Show on SiriusXM Patriot Channel and is a Fox News Contributor, appearing on Fox Business and Fox Nation. His career across major markets in music and talk radio has sharpened his skills in audience engagement and public discourse.
His board service with American Humane Society, Global Humane Society, Wounded Warriors Family Support, and Young Marines National Foundation reflects deep commitment to community causes. This combination of national media reach and public affairs experience positions him to elevate Teen Cancer America’s visibility, strengthen awareness initiatives, and support teens and young adults facing cancer.
Stephen Kulisek
Director, Strategic Partnerships & Development
Stephen Kulisek is a fundraising strategist and business development professional with extensive experience in finance, relationship management, and nonprofit development. He leads strategic partnerships, donor engagement, fundraising initiatives, athlete and celebrity outreach, and organizational growth efforts for the Foundation.