Uber Names Macdonald COO Amid Leadership Shakeup

Uber has named Andrew Macdonald as its new president and chief operating officer, the first to hold the COO role since 2019. Macdonald, with Uber since 2012, will oversee the company's global mobility, delivery, and autonomous divisions, stepping in as Pierre-Dimitri Gore-Coty, the delivery head, departs. The leadership transition aligns with Uber's strategy to diversify beyond ride-hailing into food delivery, travel, and autonomous vehicle services, with goals to develop a 'super app.' CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has emphasized his continued commitment to the company and reassured employees of leadership stability. Recently, Uber posted strong financials, including a 14% year-over-year revenue increase and a move from losses to profits, boosting investor confidence. These executive changes are seen as pivotal for enhancing operational efficiency and sustaining growth in a competitive sector.