Saia Announces Retirement of CIO Rohit Lal and Appointment of Successor Tarak Patel

Core Insights - Saia, Inc. announced the retirement of Rohit Lal, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, after eight years with the company, effective immediately [1][2] - Tarak Patel has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, bringing extensive experience in technology and digital transformation [1][3] Leadership Transition - Rohit Lal has significantly advanced Saia's digital capabilities and IT infrastructure during his tenure since joining in 2017 [2] - Lal will remain with the company as an advisor until the first quarter of 2026 to ensure a smooth transition [2] New Executive Profile - Tarak Patel previously served as CIO at Smurfit WestRock, leading a global transformation in processes and technologies [3] - Patel has held leadership roles at E. & J. Gallo Winery and Henkel, focusing on enterprise-wide technology initiatives and supply chain integrations [3] - He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of California, San Diego [3] Company Overview - Saia, Inc. offers a variety of transportation services, including less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, expedited, and logistics services [4] - The company operates 213 terminals nationwide, headquartered in Georgia [4]