CTS Promotes COO Pratik Trivedi to CEO, O’Sullivan to Executive Chair After 14-Year Tenure
CTS•CTS Corporation will appoint Chief Operating Officer Pratik Trivedi as CEO and President on July 6, 2026, succeeding Kieran O’Sullivan who will transition to Executive Chair. Trivedi, 47, will join the Board and brings leadership experience from CTS, Eaton and Cummins under a two-year succession plan.
1. Executive Transition Details
Effective July 6, 2026, COO Pratik Trivedi will assume the roles of CEO and President, succeeding Kieran O’Sullivan who will become Executive Chair after 14 years as CEO. Trivedi will also join the Board upon his appointment.
2. Trivedi’s Background and Qualifications
At 47, Trivedi has held leadership positions at CTS, Eaton and Cummins and holds degrees in mechanical and industrial engineering as well as an MBA. His track record at CTS includes strong execution and strategic leadership during a focused two-year succession process.
3. Succession Planning and Strategic Implications
The Board’s unanimous decision follows a two-year planning effort aimed at sustaining long-term growth and value creation. O’Sullivan’s tenure saw enterprise value grow over sixfold, positioning the company for continued expansion under Trivedi’s leadership.
