Universal Logistics Holdings Appoints Michael Rogers as CFO

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ULH) has announced the appointment of Michael Rogers as its new Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. The appointment is scheduled to take effect on June 1, 2026.

The move comes as the company transitions its financial leadership. Jude M. Beres, who has served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2016, has informed the company of his decision to resign from these positions effective May 29, 2026.

Beres previously served as the company’s Chief Administrative Officer before stepping into the CFO and Treasurer roles. He is leaving the organization to pursue opportunities outside of the transportation and logistics industry.

Professional Background of Michael Rogers

Michael Rogers, 59, joins Universal Logistics Holdings with a background in financial and operational leadership. He currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Hercules Materials Holdings LLC and Conlan Tire Co., as well as certain of their privately held affiliates.

Prior to his current roles, Rogers spent approximately 30 years at Ford Motor Company. During his tenure at Ford, he held various finance-related leadership positions, including:

• Finance Director for operations in Canada, Mexico, and South America
• Global Controller for Material Planning and Logistics
• Global Controller for Warranty
• Model e Controller for Product Development

Rogers holds an M.B.A. From the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Rice University.

Company Leadership Perspective

Tim Phillips, the Chief Executive Officer of Universal Logistics Holdings, expressed confidence in the appointment. He noted that Rogers brings tremendous breadth and depth of financial, operational and leadership experience from his time at Ford and his more recent professional service.

Phillips stated that the company believes the background, judgment, and familiarity Rogers has with Universal will make him an outstanding addition to the senior leadership team.

Regarding the departure of the outgoing CFO, Phillips added that on behalf of the Board of Directors and the Universal team, he wanted to thank Jude Beres for his many years of dedicated and exemplary service to the Company.