Josh Freed is Head of Strategy at Automotive News, a position he has held since August 2021. In his role Freed is responsible for the brand’s strategy, growth and commercial operations, working closely with editorial and corporate leadership to drive innovation and reach new audiences. Freed joined Automotive News in 2012 and prior to his appointment as Head of Strategy, he served as General Manager of print, digital and custom content, leading the brand’s advertising business and product strategy. Freed is a graduate of the University of Michigan where he studied Political Science and Communications.