Kate McElligott Buchanan
Kate McElligott Buchanan
With two decades of industry experience, including 10 years at Autodesk, Kate focuses on enabling lifelong learning for future-ready skills and fostering workforce adaptability alongside AI advancements. Her role involves creating and implementing the Foundation's philanthropic workforce strategy, managing executive-level initiatives, and driving value through cross-functional integration and collaboration.
At Autodesk Foundation, she oversees the Work and Prosperity impact investing strategy, structuring global investments designed to deliver value for workers, employers, and society. Guided by expertise in facilitation, design thinking, and investing, she is committed to advancing sustainable economic opportunities and fostering resilience in a rapidly evolving global workforce.












































