Alan M. Webber (born September 18, 1948) is an American entrepreneur, author, publisher, journalist, and politician. He is best known as the co-founder of Fast Company magazine, an influential publication on business innovation and leadership. Raised in the St. Louis area of Missouri, Webber graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor of Arts in English. He began his career working at various publications in Oregon and co-founded the political newspaper The Oregon Times. Webber later served as managing editor and editorial director of the Harvard Business Review for five years, during which the journal was twice a finalist for National Magazine Awards. In 1995, he co-founded Fast Company magazine. He is also an award-winning author, speaker, and consultant, with notable works including 'Rules of Thumb: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'. Transitioning to politics, Webber ran as a Democratic candidate for Governor of New Mexico in the 2014 election but did not advance. In 2018, he was elected as the 43rd Mayor of Santa Fe, New Mexico, a position he has held since, focusing on local governance, economic development, and community issues. His diverse background bridges media, business, and public service.