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Lyft Chief Executive Officer David Risher

Lyft CEO initially turned down the top job and called it a ‘ridiculous’ idea—a conversation with his wife on Valentine’s Day changed his mind

David Risher went back and accepted Lyft’s chief executive offer, despite some board members saying his 100-day plan was “crazy.” Now, the ride-sharing behemoth is shattering booking records.

November 11, 2025

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