Uber CEO Travis Kalanick announced Tuesday he will be taking a leave of absence for an undetermined length of time.
What his role will be is unclear. Kalanick’s responsibilities will be left to his direct reports, according to a letter received by Uber staff, but Kalanick “will be available as needed for the most strategic decisions.” A source told Reuters that Kalanick is free to return to the company anytime.
Kalanick stated he is taking time off to grieve his mother, who recently passed away in a boating accident, in which his father was injured.
