Heartland Express, Inc. announced that John P. Cosaert has retired as Executive Vice President of Finance, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer of the company. The retirement from the positions of Executive Vice President of Finance, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer are effective immediately, although Mr. Cosaert will remain an employee of the company as a mentor and coach throughout the organization. The company's Board of Directors has announced that Christopher A. Strain will become the company's Vice President of Finance, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Strain has served in the company's accounting and finance department since 2007. Mr. Strain has served as the company's Vice President, Controller and Secretary since May 2015. Mr. Strain is currently an inactive holder of the certified public accountant certification.