New York City Executives Named Co-Chairs to lead local movement aimed at improving brain health for all
NEW YORK, NY, December 10, 2025 — The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association – the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, invites New York City companies, communities and individuals to stop the cycle of stroke by raising critical funds to further research and education through CycleNation.
The American Heart Association in New York City is proud to announce Keith Piro, Director of Workplace Experience at JLL and Steve Winter, Executive Vice President at Related Companies as co-chairs of the 2026 New York City CycleNation. They will lead a team of top New York City executives that will work to recruit companies and organizations to take part in the CycleNation movement. The efforts will culminate in the spring (event date to be determined), when teams of companies and communities will ride to raise awareness and funds to further the work of the American Stroke Association and the American Heart Association.
“What’s exciting about the CycleNation movement is, it’s not just a one-day event” said Keith Piro. “Participating companies and organizations become part of something bigger. We’re not only making a significant impact on the overall health of our community through our fundraising efforts but, this initiative is designed to improve employee engagement, wellness and overall workplace health.”
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability in older age. Each year approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke. While approximately 80% of those who have a stroke will survive, but the majority of these will remain with some degree of physical impairment or disability. Research shows that up to 80% of strokes may be prevented. Getting the recommended amount of physical activity is linked to lower risk of diseases, stronger bones and muscles, improved mental health and cognitive function and lower risk of depression.
“I am proud to serve as co-chair for an event that unites people for such an important mission,” said Steve Winter. “CycleNation is a movement empowering people to be healthy while funding vital research to eradicate stroke. With each push of the pedal, we are connecting hearts, minds and bodies for one purpose – to save lives.”
“We are honored to have Keith and Steve as co-chairs of CycleNation in New York City,” said Meg Gilmartin, Region Senior Vice President and Executive Director of Development & Community Health for the American Heart Association. “When you ride at CycleNation, you are not just working up a sweat, you are helping create a healthier future for our families, our neighbors and our city.”
New York City CycleNation is sponsored by JLL.
For more information about CycleNation or to get your company involved, visit www.cyclenation.org/nyc or contact Alyssa Roman at Alyssa.Roman@heart.org
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