San Francisco-based ride hailing service Uber has roped in former Tata Sons executive Madhu Kannan as its Chief Business Officer for India and emerging markets, as it looks to build a strong top management in the country and overtake rival Ola.
Kannan's appointment at Uber will be effective February 3 and his mandate will include pushing for strategic partnerships and investment opportunities to grow the company's business. He moves to Uber from Tata Sons where he served as Group Head of Business Development & Public Affairs.
"We're excited to have Madhu join Uber. With his background and experience in India and Asian