Ryder System Showcases Transformation at Citi Industrial Conference

CEO Robert Sanchez highlights Ryder's evolution from a traditional truck rental company to a leading provider of innovative mobility solutions.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Ryder System, Inc., a long-standing publicly traded company headquartered in Miami, Florida, presented at Citi's Global Industrial Tech & Mobility Conference 2026. CEO Robert Sanchez, along with CFO Cristy Gallo-Aquino and Head of IR Calene Candela, discussed Ryder's favorable transformation over the past several years, highlighting the company's shift from a traditional truck rental business to a provider of innovative mobility solutions.

Why it matters

Ryder's transformation reflects the broader changes in the transportation and logistics industry, as companies adapt to emerging technologies, shifting consumer preferences, and the need for more sustainable and efficient mobility options. As one of the longest-tenured publicly traded companies, Ryder's ability to evolve and remain competitive is a testament to its strategic vision and execution.

The details

Ryder was founded in 1933 in Miami by Jim Ryder, starting with a single truck. The company went public in 1955 and has since grown to become a $13 billion revenue business. Under Sanchez's leadership, Ryder has pivoted from its traditional truck rental model to focus on providing a range of mobility solutions, including fleet management, supply chain optimization, and transportation-as-a-service offerings.

  • Ryder was founded in 1933 in Miami.
  • Ryder went public in 1955.
  • Ryder is currently a $13 billion revenue business.

The players

Robert Sanchez

Chairman and CEO of Ryder System, Inc.

Cristy Gallo-Aquino

Chief Financial Officer of Ryder System, Inc.

Calene Candela

Head of Investor Relations at Ryder System, Inc.

Jim Ryder

Founder of Ryder System, Inc. in 1933.

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What they’re saying

“Ryder has been around for a long time, founded in 1933 right here in Miami by a gentleman named Jim Ryder, one man and one truck, built the company into a publicly traded company.”

— Robert Sanchez, Chairman and CEO

The takeaway

Ryder's transformation from a traditional truck rental company to a provider of innovative mobility solutions highlights the industry's shift towards more sustainable and technology-driven transportation options. As one of the longest-tenured publicly traded companies, Ryder's ability to adapt and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market is a testament to its strategic vision and execution.