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Management ChangeJul 22, 2026, 03:01 PM

Mesa Labs Appoints Siddhartha Kadia as New CEO

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Mesa Laboratories, Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Siddhartha Kadia as its new President and Chief Executive Officer in April 2026, succeeding Gary Owens. The company also detailed the agenda for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for September 8, 2026. Shareholders will vote on the election of seven director nominees, the ratification of Baker Tilly US, LLP as the independent auditor, and an advisory vote on executive compensation. The filing highlights the company's commitment to strong corporate governance and a performance-based executive compensation structure.

Key Highlights

  • Dr. Siddhartha Kadia appointed President and CEO in April 2026, succeeding Gary Owens.
  • Mesa Laboratories will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on September 8, 2026.
  • Shareholders will vote on the election of seven director nominees for a one-year term.
  • Proposal includes ratification of Baker Tilly US, LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2027.
  • An advisory vote on executive compensation is also on the agenda.
  • The Board maintains strong corporate governance practices, including a Lead Independent Director and stock ownership guidelines.
  • Executive compensation is largely performance-based, with 87% of CEO compensation at risk.