Simon Wheatley

Simon Wheatley is a seasoned Product Manager at WordPress VIP, a division of Automattic, where he has been employed since November 2014. His career in WordPress development began in 2005, and he has since established himself as a prominent figure in the community. Wheatley co-founded Code for the People, a consultancy specializing in complex WordPress projects, which was acquired by Automattic in 2014. He has worked with notable clients, including the Rolling Stones and the Royal Navy, and is recognized for his contributions to plugin development and user experience design.123

Wheatley's educational background includes a BA in Theatre, Film and Television from University College of Wales Aberystwyth. His professional journey reflects a strong focus on high-traffic WordPress sites and enterprise-level solutions, emphasizing security and performance management within the WordPress ecosystem.14 In his role at WordPress VIP, he is involved in enhancing the platform's offerings to large organizations, ensuring robust security measures and effective content management tools.45