Automattic’s Alignment Offer: A Strategic Response to Internal Disagreement
In the wake of a clash between Automattic and WP engine , the tension has escalated within the WordPress community. While legal claims continue to unfold, Matt Mullenweg , CEO of Automattic, faced internal disagreements within his company regarding their handling of the situation. This led to the announcement of the Alignment Offer , an initiative designed to give employees the chance to part ways if they disagreed with the company’s direction. The Alignment Offer: A Generous Exit In a blog post titled "Automattic Alignment" , Matt Mullenweg outlined the offer, which promised employees who resigned by a specific deadline a payout of $30,000 or six months' salary , whichever was higher. 159 employees , representing 8.4% of Automattic’s workforce, accepted the offer. Matt expressed that the offer was not just about financial compensation but about aligning the company's values with those who stayed. Matt Mullenweg on X : &quo