Automattic Appoints Interim CFO Following Executive Departures
Following recent executive departures, Automattic has appointed Jeremy Klaperman as interim chief financial officer. Klaperman is currently the CFO of WordPress VIP Enterprise and had previously served in an acting capacity when former CFO Mark Davies was on sabbatical. The change comes after a leadership shakeup that saw board members who attempted to oust CEO Matt Mullenweg leave, along with other executives including then-CFO Davies. Mullenweg has since resumed the role of CEO and stated that while Klaperman is interim, the board will evaluate both internal and external candidates for a permanent appointment. Mullenweg also confirmed that Automattic had secured an incoming chief legal officer to replace Andy Missan, who left alongside Davies. The company's next board meeting is scheduled for September 23.
