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title: "Patterson Companies Names Wasi Ahmed Chief Information Officer"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/296539026.md"
description: "Patterson Companies has appointed Wasi Ahmed as its new Chief Information Officer, effective August 17, 2026. Ahmed will report directly to CEO Robert Rajalingam and lead the company's enterprise technology strategy. With over 30 years of experience, including recent roles at Foundation Building Materials, Ahmed is tasked with strengthening Patterson's technology foundation, accelerating SAP modernization, enhancing cybersecurity, and expanding AI capabilities to support business growth."
datetime: "2026-08-20T21:19:02.000Z"
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# Patterson Companies Names Wasi Ahmed Chief Information Officer

In Mendota Heights, Minnesota, Patterson Companies disclosed the selection of Wasi Ahmed as the new Chief Information Officer (CIO), starting on August 17, 2026. Ahmed, with over 30 years of tech leadership expertise, will report to CEO Robert Rajalingam. He will also join the executive leadership team, bringing valuable experience in facilitating growth and change in various sectors including distribution, manufacturing, software, and consumer goods.

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