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Autodesk names Diana Colella to lead architecture, engineering and construction business

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Autodesk appointed Diana Colella as executive vice president of its architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) business.

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Proven product leader to advance Forma industry cloud and AI strategy and drive the next phase of AEC growth SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK ) today announced that Diana Colella has been named executive vice president of its architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) business. Colella succeeds Amy Bunszel, who previously announced her retirement and will remain with Autodesk through November 2, 2026, to support the transition. Colella will lead Autodesk's largest industry business as the company enters its next phase of growth in AEC, driven by Autodesk Forma, the company's industry cloud for AEC that connects data, context and workflows to deliver AI and project intelligence across the AEC lifecycle. "The AEC industry is entering a new era, as AI creates new possibilities for how buildings and infrastructure are designed, built and operated," said Andrew Anagnost, president and CEO of Autodesk. "Amy and the AEC team have built a strong business and laid the foundation for the next phase of growth, with Forma becoming the industry cloud for AEC and AI helping customers navigate increasing complexity across the project lifecycle. Diana is the right leader for this moment. She brings a proven track record of leading through major technology shifts, aligning products, data and teams behind a clear vision, and turning innovation...

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What this signalsA newly promoted leader often gets the budget to change how the team works.

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Diana Colellaexecutive vice president of its architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) business
Takes effect
Oct 6, 2026
Location
San Francisco, California, United States

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Oct 6, 2026
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