James Grierson is the Head of Global Expansion for Automattic, where they drive global growth and innovation as a member of the executive leadership team. Previously, Grierson served as CEO of the Jetpack Business Unit and COO of Bluehost, managing substantial P&Ls and leading large teams. With a strong background in SaaS and various business environments, they specialize in recurring revenue growth and strategic planning for startups. Grierson co-founded a SaaS business that quickly achieved significant user engagement and actively advises early-stage companies on scaling operations. They hold an MBA from Utah Valley University and a BS from Brigham Young University.