About Us


The Repository is an independent media business dedicated to covering what’s happening in the WordPress ecosystem.

Since 2019, we have served a WordPress-focused audience via our popular weekly newsletter designed for people who want their news fast. In 2024, we’re expanding our offering to deliver news reporting for those who want to dive deeper into the latest headlines.

WordPress is changing, and not just the open source software. The community, businesses, and ecosystem that support, contribute, and rely on it are also evolving. We’re committed to the stories, the people, and the economy that support and work with WordPress.

For all of this, The Repository relies on you. We want to serve as many people as possible. That’s why our content is free—no paywalls and no subscription fees. So we count on the support and generosity of businesses that operate in the WordPress space and a growing community of members.

Thank you for supporting The Repository!


Our Mission

Our mission is to inform and support the growth of the WordPress project, community and ecosystem by delivering high quality, WordPress-focused journalism.


Our Team

Rae Morey | Founder and Publisher

Rae is an award-winning journalist, marketer, and communications specialist with two decades of experience working across news, open source, creative tech, and government. Her interest in WordPress intersects with a curiosity about business and community, a love of storytelling, and a desire to explore issues from a range of voices and perspectives.

Mike Johnston | Proofreader

Mike spent over 40 years managing people, projects, budgets, and businesses. Now he is a WordPress enthusiast and blogger, a past organizer for WordCamp Europe, an avid traveler, and an adventurous foodie. You can find him at thecookandthewriter.com.