Automattic names interim CFO after exec departures
Jeremy Klaperman, the CFO of the company's WordPress VIP Enterprise business unit, will act as CFO for the time being.
Automattic has appointed Jeremy Klaperman as interim Chief Financial Officer following the departures of several executives. Klaperman, who currently leads WordPress VIP Enterprise, previously acted as CFO during Mark Davies' sabbatical. The board will evaluate both internal and external candidates before making a final decision on the CFO position.
Additionally, Automattic has hired a new Chief Legal Officer to replace Andy Missan, who left the company. Davies and Missan had agreed to severance packages during Mullenweg's 33-hour leave before he returned as CEO. Mullenweg expressed confidence in Automattic's financial stability and assured that the company's situation is under control.
He also mentioned that special advisor Stephen Wolfram will continue with his role. The company's next board meeting is set for September 23.
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