Automattic confirms Mullenweg has returned as CEO after attempted ouster by board

Matt Mullenweg has resumed his role as chairman and CEO of Automattic after a board-initiated paid leave that was abruptly reversed. The board confirmed his return, with CFO Mark Davies stepping in as interim CEO during the dispute, and Mullenweg publicly stated his reinstatement on Slack and X. The incident followed a brief period of internal conflict and board member Toni Schneider’s resignation.