Transportation Transitions: JohnDow, Saia, and Fleet Advantage announce key executive appointments
Key takeaways
- JohnDow promotes Tim Beltitus to enhance inside sales, customer support, and business development.
- Saia appoints Tarak Patel as CIO to lead IT strategy, digital initiatives, and operational efficiency.
- Fleet Advantage hires Todd Van Ahn to strengthen asset remarketing, dealer partnerships, and residual value strategy.
JohnDow promotes Tim Beltitus to director of inside sales and customer support
JohnDow Industries (JDI) recently promoted Tim Beltitus to the newly created role of director of inside sales & customer support. The company, which provides products and services to distribution partners, national accounts dealers, and shop-level customers, highlighted Beltitus’s six years of industry experience and dedication to customer support.
In his new role, Beltitus will lead inside sales and customer support teams, optimize daily processes, improve response and resolution efforts, and drive new business development. The promotion underscores JDI’s commitment to best-in-class support and investing in talented individuals who exemplify the company’s values.
“Tim has been one of the most reliable and customer-focused people on our team for years,” said Robert Christy, president of JohnDow Industries. “He brings professionalism, product expertise, and a problem-solving mindset to every customer interaction. This promotion is not only well-earned—it reflects the direction we’re taking as a company to enhance the customer journey and strengthen the support we provide our partners. I’m confident Tim will excel in this role and continue to elevate the inside sales function at JDI.”
Saia names Tarak Patel chief information officer to lead IT strategy and digital initiatives
Saia recently appointed Tarak Patel as EVP and CIO. Patel succeeds Rohit Lal, who will retire in the first quarter of 2026.
“We are excited for Tarak to bring his expertise and passion for transformation into Saia and help guide us forward into the next chapter of growth and innovation,” said Fritz Holzgrefe, president and CEO of Saia.
In his new role, Patel will oversee all aspects of IT strategy, systems, and digital initiatives to enhance operational performance, customer experience, and network efficiency. He brings experience leading global technology implementations and digital modernization efforts at companies including Smurfit WestRock, E. & J. Gallo Winery, and Henkel.
Fleet Advantage names Todd Van Ahn remarketing sales manager to strengthen dealer partnerships
Fleet Advantage recently appointed Todd Van Ahn as remarketing sales manager to oversee inventory flow, dealer relationships, and asset valuation. The company, which provides specialty financing, fleet data analytics, and life cycle cost management, noted Van Ahn’s more than 25 years of experience in trucking and fleet management.
“We are excited to welcome Todd to our team and could not think of anyone more qualified to take on this role than him, as his extensive track record of driving sales growth, building strong client relationships, and leading high-performing teams will provide tremendous value to our clients,” said Francis Maloney, the company’s previous remarketing sales manager. “His proven leadership and industry expertise align perfectly with our mission to help organizations with transportation fleets maximize cost savings and achieve greater flexibility through innovative lifecycle management strategies.”
In his new role, Van Ahn will also collaborate with financial institutions, analyze historical resale data, refine residual assumptions, and deliver market intelligence to support lease structuring and risk management. His addition follows Maloney’s transition to a sales position, ensuring continuity and expertise within the remarketing department. Learn more…