The Story Behind Travis Kalanick's Ouster as Uber CEO

The transcript discusses the events leading to Travis Kalanick's resignation from Uber. Investors, led by Bill Gurley, delivered a resignation letter to Travis in Chicago. Key reasons for this decision included legal issues like the Indian rape case and Waymo lawsuit, as well as Travis's management style, which hindered new talent acquisition. His reluctance to hire a strong CFO and COO further contributed to the decision.

What role did Bill Gurley play in the investors' decision-making process?

What concerns did investors have regarding the leadership structure under Travis Kalanick?