Patterson Companies today announced the appointment of Wasi Ahmed as chief information officer (CIO), effective August 17, 2026. In this role, Ahmed will report directly to Robert Rajalingam, chief executive officer, and serve as a member of the company’s executive leadership team.

Ahmed brings more than 30 years of technology leadership experience helping organizations drive growth and transformation across distribution, manufacturing, software and consumer products industries. Most recently, he served as chief technical and chief information officer at Foundation Building Materials, where he led enterprise-wide SAP modernization, cloud transformation, cybersecurity initiatives, AI-enabled automation and e-commerce growth. He also oversaw the successful integration of more than 70 acquisitions for a business generating more than $7 billion in revenue.

Prior to Foundation Building Materials, Ahmed served as CIO of Yokohama Tire Corporation of North America and held senior technology leadership positions with Ventura Foods, Pharmavite and Oracle.

“Wasi is a proven technology leader with an exceptional track record of driving business transformation and building scalable technology platforms,” said Robert Rajalingam, CEO of Patterson Companies. “His experience, strategic vision and leadership capabilities align well with Patterson’s future operating model and long-term growth strategy. We are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to the impact he will have as we continue modernizing our technology ecosystem.”

As CIO, Ahmed will lead Patterson’s enterprise technology strategy and oversee initiatives designed to strengthen the company’s technology foundation, accelerate SAP modernization, enhance cybersecurity, expand AI and analytics capabilities, and ensure technology investments support business growth, productivity and innovation across the enterprise.

About Patterson Companies Inc.

Patterson Companies Inc. connects dental and animal health customers in North America and the U.K. to the latest products, technologies, services and innovative business solutions that enable operational and professional success. Our comprehensive portfolio, distribution network and supply chain are equaled only by our dedicated, knowledgeable people who deliver unrivaled expertise and unmatched customer service and support. Learn more: www.pattersoncompanies.com, www.animalhealthinternational.com

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