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Automattic's Board Places CEO Matt Mullenweg on Leave of Absence

Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic, has been placed on a leave of absence by the company's board, which he claims was done without his consent. The board's decision has generated mixed reactions among employees, and Automattic confirmed that CFO Mark Davies will serve as interim CEO. The company has faced legal challenges and internal tensions under Mullenweg's leadership.

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Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic, has been placed on a leave of absence by the company's board, which he claims was done without his consent. The board's decision has generated mixed reactions among employees, and Automattic confirmed that CFO Mark Davies will serve as interim CEO. The company has faced legal challenges and internal tensions under Mullenweg's leadership.

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Automattic’s board forces CEO Matt Mullenweg into leave of absence

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Automattic's Board Places CEO Matt Mullenweg on Leave of Absence