‘My beliefs not shared at Uber’: President of ride-sharing firm gives reasons for shock exit

‘Former Uber President Jeff Jones has said irreparable differences with the ride-sharing company prompted his surprise departure from the role after only six months.
“The beliefs and approach to leadership that have guided my career are inconsistent with what I saw and experienced at Uber, and I can no longer continue as president of the ride sharing business,” Jones said in a statement released on Monday.
The resignation comes as the firm battles allegations of sexual harassment and a lawsuit which threatens to derail the firm.
Uber confirmed the high-profile departure in a separate statement saying “We want to thank Jeff for his six months at the company and wish him all the best.” In an email to staff, CEO Travis Kalanick said Jones made the decision to leave following the announcement that Uber intended to hire a chief operations officer (COO).’
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