Michelle Frechette

Michelle Frechette is the Executive Director of Post Status, where she leads initiatives that strengthen and inform the global WordPress professional community. Described by Matt Mullenweg as “the busiest woman in WordPress” at WCUS 2022, Michelle is widely recognized for her leadership, strategic insight, and commitment to elevating and connecting WordPress professionals across the ecosystem. Her work at Post Status spans community strategy, content, membership engagement, and the cultivation of meaningful professional relationships.

Beyond Post Status, Michelle is an influential creator and advocate within the broader tech community. She is the Podcast Barista at WPCoffeeTalk, cofounder of Underrepresented in Tech, and the creator of WPSpeakers and WPCareerPages—platforms dedicated to equity, visibility, and opportunity in the tech industry. A seasoned podcaster, author, event organizer, and frequent speaker at WordPress conferences, she is also known for her long history of community engagement roles, including leadership at StellarWP, GiveWP, and other mission-driven organizations.

Michelle holds an MBA in Marketing, E-Commerce, and Information Systems from the University of Rochester’s Simon Business School and has completed doctoral coursework in Higher Education Administration. Based just outside Rochester, New York, she enjoys exploring the natural world as an avid photographer. More about her work, projects, and passion for community building can be found at meetmichelle.online.

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