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Techcrunch 09 October 2026

Automattic loses interim CFO after board changes

Automattic loses interim CFO after board changes

Automattic, the parent company of the popular blogging platform WordPress, has lost its interim chief financial officer (CFO) Jeremy Klaperman. His departure comes less than a month after his appointment to this role and appears to be a result of internal policy changes and the recent turmoil at the top of the company.

Despite his short tenure, Klaperman's departure has once again highlighted the ongoing leadership issues within the organization. According to various sources within the company, his departure was accompanied by a demotion to his previous position, further underscoring the uncertain dynamics within Automattic's management.

These developments follow a broader board change within the company that has been underway for some time. Automattic's ability to maintain a solid management structure appears to be under pressure, which could potentially impact the organization's strategy and operational effectiveness.

This situation raises questions about the stability of Automattic's leadership, particularly at a time when the company is preparing for future growth and challenges in the competitive technology and software market.

Read the full article from Techcrunch.