GE's Jeff Immelt as Uber CEO would bring stability and outsider pedigree

Uber has had their fair share of press, both good and bad. This August 5, 2014 file photo shows then General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt. He's said to be in the running to lead Uber. SAN FRANCISCO -- Uber's search for a new chief executive to replace ousted co-founder Travis Kalanick echoes with one name: former General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt. The 61-year-old careerist announced in June plans to retire after 16 years at GE's helm, staying on as chairman until Dec. 31.