Uber marketing VP heads to Hilton

Kellyn Smith Kenny, Uber's vice president of marketing, is heading to Hilton Worldwide as the hotel company's chief marketing officer, she announced on Thursday. She joined the ride-hailing company last year after more than a decade at Capital One and Microsoft.

Why it matters: Smith Kenny is the latest executive to depart this year. Others include its CEO, head of finance, head of public relations, chief legal officer and head of ride-sharing.