Automattic board purged after failed attempt to oust Mullenweg
Automattic's board voted to place CEO Matt Mullenweg on leave on Sept. 9, but roughly 33 hours later he regained control and overhauled the board. Two board members, CFO Mark Davies and legal chief Andy Missan departed; new members include Hugh Howey, Amy Chan and IRL's founders.
- Automattic board voted to place Mullenweg on leave on Sept. 9
- About 33 hours later he regained control and removed rivals from Slack
- Two board members, CFO Mark Davies and legal chief Andy Missan left
- New board includes Hugh Howey, Amy Chan and IRL's co-founders
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