Uber Announces Temporary Leave for Senior Executive

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announced that Tony West, the Company's Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary, plans to take a temporary unpaid leave of absence commencing August 17, 2024, to volunteer on a political campaign in his personal capacity. Katie Waitzman will assume Mr. West's duties as General Counsel, and Elizabeth Coleman will assume Mr. West's duties as Corporate Secretary during such leave of absence.

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Uber Technologies Inc. is a global ride-hailing and mobility platform offering consumption-based transport services to millions of users worldwide. Established in 2009, the company revolutionized urban transportation with its innovative app that connects riders with nearby drivers seamlessly, facilitating quicker, cashless, and more flexible journeys. Beyond ride-hailing, Uber Technologies Inc. has expanded its operations to include food delivery through Uber Eats, freight services connecting carriers and shippers, and self-driving car technology aimed at shaping the future of autonomous transport. Uber operates across multiple sectors, impacting automotive, logistics, food service, and technology realms, driving significant digital transformation and adoption in these industries. As a key player in the gig economy, Uber leverages a vast network of independent contractors and a resilient digital platform to maintain and grow its presence in diverse markets, emphasizing user convenience and technological integration in urban mobility solutions. Uber Technologies Inc.'s pivotal role in shared and autonomous transportation underscores its importance in modern market ecosystems, continuously innovating and influencing how we think about getting from point A to point B.