The Enthusiast Magazine

THE OPPORTUNITY

Since 1916, Harley-Davidson had continuously published a magazine for motorcyclists by motorcyclists, but it was only accessible to existing Harley owners, limiting its reach. To expand beyond the current fandom and appeal to a broader audience, Harley-Davidson needed to rebuild the world’s longest-running motorcycle magazine from the ground up, making it more inclusive, dynamic, and relevant to modern riders.

THE IDEA

Launch The Enthusiast magazine as a multi-platform experience that redefines motorcycle culture through the Harley-Davidson lens. As Editor in Chief, I led the creation of The Enthusiast, curating years of content, reshaping the editorial strategy, and guiding a team to produce compelling stories that connected with both loyal and new riders. The magazine’s impact was amplified through expanded domestic and international print circulation, a dedicated digital app, and exclusive multimedia content, including videos and interactive articles that brought the Harley-Davidson experience to life. By increasing distribution across various channels and making The Enthusiast more accessible, we transformed it into a comprehensive brand platform that strengthened Harley-Davidson’s connection with the global riding community.

Increased print circulation to 750,000 copies Globally, making The Enthusiast the world’s most widely circulated motorcycle magazine.

Garnered 50,000 app downloads within the first year, driving engagement through digital-exclusive content.

Expanded distribution to 300 new retail locations through partnerships with brick-and-mortar STOREs.