Autumn Bernhardt Bio
Through Red Leaf’s consulting services, I help governments, organizations, and businesses navigate the changing currents. I leverage 20+ years as an attorney, small-scale rancher, professor, author, and speaker. Working at the crossroads gives me a unique perspective that you will not find anywhere else.
My resume and life experience provide insight into social and environmental issues. I have thrown hay to cattle in freezing temperatures and I have also worked with fish biologists on ecosystem protection. I have litigated state water rights, worked on countless civil cases, and taught everyone from community college students to law students.
I provide training and ongoing support through strategic planning and independent evaluation. Lastly, I assist clients as a third-party neutral to regain their power. Mediation, facilitation, and other processes often described as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offer a less formal and more creative means to reach settlement and resolution.
“Autumn has been a valued collaborator for several years, consistently demonstrating unparalleled research, knowledge, and professionalism. As an extraordinary educator and facilitator, Autumn possesses a remarkable ability to engage audiences from all backgrounds, professions, and age groups in a compelling way. Even when addressing potentially divisive topics, presentations foster respectful dialogue that honors all perspectives without alienating anyone. Workshop participants consistently praise the experience, noting the depth of learning, the thought-provoking nature of the material, and the overall enjoyment of the discussion.”
-Alicia Christensen, CIRES Center for Education, Engagement, and Evaluation