Alan Ohnsman

Alan Ohnsman is a seasoned journalist and editor with extensive experience in transportation and clean technology. Since July 2016, Alan has served as a Senior Editor at Forbes, where contributions include tracking industry evolution and co-writing the Current Climate newsletter. As a judge for The Gerald Loeb Awards at UCLA Anderson School of Management, Alan recognizes excellence in economic and business journalism. Additionally, Alan is an advisor to the Alumni Editorial Board at Ohio Wesleyan University and is involved in a Franco-American rock duo, Combo Villains, as a drummer, vocalist, and songwriter. Prior roles include Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at TrueCar, Inc., and Senior Reporter at Bloomberg LP, where impactful coverage included the automotive sector and innovative figures like Elon Musk. Alan's earlier career includes positions at prestigious firms such as Salomon Brothers and Lehman Brothers, complemented by a strong educational background in journalism and English from Columbia University and Ohio Wesleyan University.