A Recent Resignation Signals Uber's Rough Ride Is Far From Over

CEO Travis Kalanick will not only be trying to rebound from weeks of scandals but also looking for a new president after former Target marketing executive Jeff Jones resigned. Jones ran daily operations and was second to Kalanick in Uber's hierarchy. The resignation was effective immediately, the company said. Jones was on the job for just six months. Uber is also currently trying to find a COO, a new role for the company and one that seems likely to include many of the president's responsibilities. It was unclear if Jones's resignation tied to the creation of the new position. Public perception of Uber has deteriorated over the past few months because of controversies and boycotts stemming largely from Kalanick's behavior and actions. This includes the CEO's initial commitment to participate in President Trump's business advisory council. The company is conducting an internal investigation into Uber's treatment of its female employees. In addition, The New York Times exposed Uber's "Greyball" program to circumvent regulators, and a leaked video of Kalanick berating an Uber driver received widespread attention on social media and beyond. 

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This article was written by a staff member of TheStreet.