Noah Shachtman

Noah Shachtman is a distinguished journalist and editor, noted for his leadership at prominent media outlets like Rolling Stone and The Daily Beast. He brings a wealth of experience in investigative reporting, digital media innovation, and editorial oversight. After founding Defensetech.org in 2003, which was acquired by Military.com in 2004, Noah Shachtman went on to establish a distinguished career marked by editorial leadership and impactful reporting at prominent media outlets. In 2006, he became a contributing editor at Wired, where he co-founded the critically acclaimed Danger Room blog.

This innovative platform was recognized with an Online Journalism Award for Beat Reporting in 2007 and a prestigious National Magazine Award for reporting in digital media in 2012, underscoring Shachtman’s early prowess in digital journalism and investigative storytelling. Shachtman continued to expand his expertise in international affairs, serving as executive editor for News at Foreign Policy magazine starting in 2013. He then joined The Daily Beast in 2014 as executive editor, where his contributions were lauded by The Poynter Institute for helping transform the publication into ‘a journalistic scoop factory.’ His leadership culminated in his promotion to editor-in-chief of The Daily Beast in May 2018, a role he held until 2021. During this tenure, The Hollywood Reporter recognized his influence, naming him one of the 35 most powerful people in New York media in 2019.

He is a sought-after speaker, having shared his insights at esteemed institutions such as West Point, Harvard Law School, and National Defense University. Furthermore, Shachtman has made numerous appearances on national broadcast outlets, providing expert commentary on CNN, NPR, and MSNBC, solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in media and international affairs.