Alan M. Webber (b.1948) is an American entrepreneur, editor, author, and politician. He co-founded Fast Company magazine in 1995, which rapidly became one of the most successful business magazines, noted for its innovative coverage of the digital economy and business culture.
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Webber graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor of Arts in English. He was the managing editor and editorial director of the Harvard Business Review.
In addition to his media and literary achievements, Webber has been active in politics. He served as a policy advisor for the mayor of Portland, Oregon, and as a special assistant to the United States Secretary of Transportation. In 2018, he was elected as the Mayor of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was re-elected in 2022.
Webber’s written works include the book Rules of Thumb: 52 Truths for Winning at Business Without Losing Your Self (2009,) which offers practical advice and insights drawn from his extensive career in business and media. He has also contributed articles and columns to major publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and USA Today, establishing himself as a thought leader in business and entrepreneurship. Other notable publications include Changing Alliances: The Harvard Business School Project on the Auto Industry and the American Economy (1987,) Going Global (1996,) and Life Reimagined: Discovering Your New Life Possibilities (2013.)
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Keep two lists: What gets you up in the morning? What keeps you up at night?
—Alan Webber
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