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Deliveroo founder resigns

The news follows the company’s acquisition by DoorDash.

Deliveroo founder Will Shu has announced his resignation as CEO following the acquisition of the company by DoorDash.

DoorDash offered to buy Deliveroo in April and agreed to a £2.9b deal in May.

“I’m super proud of everything we have achieved together. Today, Deliveroo is delivering on our mission to transform the way people shop and eat. After 13 years, however, I want to consider my next challenge,” Shu said in a statement.

Shu will step down once the acquisition of Deliveroo by DoorDash is complete, which is expected on 2nd October.

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