Autumn Coleman

Autumn Coleman is a strategic operator and finance leader who thrives at the intersection of creativity, complexity, and commercial growth. With over a decade of experience across investment banking, corporate development, and operational strategy, she has become a trusted partner to leadership teams navigating moments of high stakes and high potential. As Vice President of Corporate Development at BuzzFeed, Inc., Autumn has helped steer the company through major transitions - leading an $81.5M brand divestiture to Soros Fund Management, supporting public company readiness, and driving international restructuring efforts. She began her career in investment banking at Perella Weinberg Partners, advising on high-profile M&A transactions across media, consumer, and healthcare. Her expertise spans deal execution, financial strategy, and operational planning for both public and private companies. Autumn also leads Cross Step Consulting, where she advises mission-driven businesses through key growth moments - whether raising capital, improving profitability, or scaling operations. She’s known for turning complex financial and business dynamics into clear, actionable strategies, and for aligning creative ambition with commercial outcomes in a way that drives momentum and minimizes resistance. Autumn attended Arizona State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Finance. Originally from Arizona, and calling California "home" - she currently resides in London, England and spends her days wishing there was a way to surf in the Thames.