On my way home from WordCamp US, which ended two weeks ago, I decided to leave Automattic. Today was my last day.
This company was my professional home for more than 14 years, and I’m ready for a new change.
I’m resigning because I’m not aligned with the recent strategic decisions taken by Matt in the conflict with WP Engine.
I also want to say that I fully recognize the crucial necessity of responsibly stewarding its licenses and trademarks. I continue to deeply believe in open source principles.
I’m grateful to everyone whose paths intersected with mine through WordPress and/or Automattic, of course, including Matt. I can say with absolute certainty that it has been an incredible journey. No regret there!
I’m actively looking for a fully-remote project manager or program manager position. I’m eager to join an organization that values genuine cooperation to tackle complex issues. If you know of any suitable opportunities, I’d greatly appreciate your recommendations.
Stay in touch!
You can also send me a message.
Comments
27 responses to “Leaving Automattic”
I hope you’ll find something good, fast.
Wish you all the best.
Thank you for your hard work all this time. Polyglots and WP Community would be much worse without your work in the last years. Please keep us informed about yours plans and do not hesitate to reach directly to us if we can be of any assistance.
Thanks for all your work during this time at the Polyglot’s management! You’ve been amazing at it pushing WordPress as an open source project that is open and accessible to everyone regardless of their location or language! Good luck with your future journey!
All the best in your future endeavor, Naoko. It was always a pleasure working with you. Thanks for everything you did for the WP community, your presence was a great influence on the community.
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Wish you all the best on your next journey!
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Naoko, your contributions to the success and growth of WordPress and Automattic are immeasurable. Working with you for 10 of your 14 years at Automattic was a true pleasure, and I’m stoked for whatever organization is smart enough to snap you up next!
Hello Naoko,
You’ll be missed in the community. I wish you all the best in your future endeavours.
Sorry to hear this, and Good luck for your new adventure, Best Wishes!
Naoko, wishing you the best and looking forward to learning what’s next in your future. Thank you for all your work at Automattic and for launching what is now called the Metro Detroit WordPress Meetup.
I’m thankful for all your advice and help over the years. You will be missed in the WordPress community.
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