Herbert Joseph Goldstein (c. 1928 – February 13, 2009) was an American publicist who promoted sporting events in New York City for 60 years, including basketball at Madison Square Garden, the New York City Marathon and a trotter with an affinity for artichokes. Goldstein was born in Conway, South Carolina where his father owned a business, and moved to Manhattan as a child with his family. He graduated from New York University. In 1969, Goldstein was hired as national press representative for the United States Trotting Association.