WESCO International, Inc. has announced a significant leadership change with the upcoming retirement of Dave Schulz, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Effective May 2026, Schulz will step down after a decade of dedicated service, paving the way for Indraneel “Neel” Dev to take over the role. Dev will join the company in February 2026 to facilitate a seamless transition.
Based in Pittsburgh, WESCO International (NYSE: WCC) is a prominent provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions. Before joining WESCO, Dev held the position of Chief Financial Officer and Chief Revenue Officer at Congruex LLC, a firm specializing in communications network infrastructure design and construction. His previous experience includes serving as Chief Financial Officer at Lumen Technologies, along with various senior finance roles at Level 3 Communications, MCI, and MFS Communications.
Dev’s academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of Delhi and an MBA from the University of Arizona. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.
Leadership Insight from WESCO’s CEO
In making the announcement, John J. Engel, Chairman, President, and CEO of WESCO, expressed confidence in Dev’s capabilities. Engel stated, “Neel is a seasoned CFO with extensive financial, commercial, and operational experience in multiple WESCO-served end markets.” He further highlighted Dev’s proven ability to navigate complex financial landscapes, which will be vital as WESCO executes its growth initiatives and strives to meet financial targets.
Engel also took the opportunity to commend Schulz for his contributions, saying, “On behalf of our Board of Directors and our entire WESCO team, I would like to thank Dave for his outstanding and dedicated service and tremendous contributions to our WESCO success over the past 10 years.” He emphasized the importance of Schulz’s role in building the new WESCO and extended best wishes to him and his family for the future.
About WESCO International
WESCO International is a FORTUNE 500® company, reporting approximately $24 billion in annual sales for 2025. The company operates a diverse product and service portfolio, including Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. With a workforce of around 21,000 employees, WESCO collaborates with leading suppliers to serve thousands of customers globally.
The company boasts a robust operational footprint with over 700 sites in approximately 50 countries, including distribution and fulfillment centers. This extensive network allows WESCO to provide local support for customers while maintaining a global reach for multi-location businesses and international corporations.
For further information, WESCO has made contact details available for media inquiries, directed to Scott Gaffner, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, and Jennifer Sniderman, Vice President of Corporate Communications.