AUTOMATTIC NAMES INTERIM CFO AFTER EXEC EXITS

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FRI, SEP 18, 2026

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Automattic has appointed Jeremy Klaperman as interim CFO following recent executive departures. Klaperman previously led the WordPress VIP Enterprise business unit.

Jeremy Klaperman will assume the interim CFO role at Automattic, the parent company of WordPress.com. He brings experience from his position as CFO of WordPress VIP Enterprise, the company's high-end hosting and support division. The appointment comes amid changes in Automattic's executive ranks. The company has not disclosed details about the departing executives or timeline for selecting a permanent CFO. Automattic, founded by WordPress co-creator Matt Mullenweg, operates WordPress.com, Tumblr, and other digital properties. The company has grown significantly through acquisitions and product expansion in recent years. Klaperman's interim role suggests the company is managing the transition while conducting a search for a permanent chief financial officer.

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