Eric Binnion
Pioneer · DISC type isdEric Binnion is a Head of Payments Engineering at Automattic with a history of various engineering leadership roles within the company. A Midwestern State University alum, he is described by colleagues as resourceful, proactive, and a thoughtful leader. He learned to code by teaching himself WordPress for a side business.
Eric is a father who lives in Wichita Falls, Texas, and practices Jiu-Jitsu with his son. He is passionate about using AI to help young people learn to code and values in-person connection, once driving hours for a BBQ with coworkers. His hobbies include competitive shooting.
He has tattoos of the WordPress mascot, Wapuu, and the phrase "CODE IS POETRY" as a testament to how much WordPress has impacted his life and career.
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They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)
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