Dara Khosrowshahi is the Chief Executive Officer and Director at Uber Technologies Inc., a position he has held since August 2017. Born on May 28, 1969, in Tehran, Iran, Khosrowshahi moved to the United States at the age of nine. He holds a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Brown University. Before joining Uber, Khosrowshahi had an illustrious career at Expedia Group, where he served as CEO for 12 years. During his tenure at Expedia, he transformed the company from a startup into one of the world's leading travel companies, significantly increasing its revenue and expanding its global presence. At Uber, Khosrowshahi has been instrumental in steering the company through a period of significant challenges and growth. He took over at a time when Uber was facing numerous controversies and regulatory hurdles. Under his leadership, Uber has focused on improving its corporate culture, enhancing safety measures, and expanding its services globally. Khosrowshahi has also led Uber's push into new markets, including food delivery with Uber Eats and freight services with Uber Freight. His strategic vision and commitment to innovation have been key to Uber's continued success and its efforts to become a more sustainable and socially responsible company. In addition to his role at Uber, Khosrowshahi serves on the board of directors of several other companies and organizations, reflecting his broad influence in the business world. He is known for his calm demeanor and thoughtful leadership style, which have earned him respect and admiration from colleagues and industry peers alike. Khosrowshahi's contributions to the tech and transportation industries have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, cementing his reputation as one of the most effective and visionary leaders of his generation.