Automattic has a new board after failed attempt to put CEO on leave
TechCrunch • 9/9/2026 – 9/26/2026
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- 2026-09-09
- 2026-09-11
- 2026-09-12
- 2026-09-14
- 2026-09-25Automattic has a new board after failed attempt to put CEO on leave (current)
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