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Trex Company, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and railing products, announced that Bryan H. Fairbanks, Trex’s president and CEO, will retire from Trex after nearly 23 years with the company, effective April 28. The board of directors has appointed Adam D. Zambanini, Trex’s current executive VP and COO, as Trex’s next president and CEO and as a member of the board, effective April 28. Following the transition period, Fairbanks will serve as an outside consultant to the company.
Zambanini brings more than 20 years of leadership experience at Trex, most recently serving as executive VP and COO. Over the course of his tenure, he has held multiple leadership positions, including president of residential products and VP of marketing, and has been instrumental in driving Trex’s market growth, product development and operational execution.
James Cline, chairman of the board of directors, said, “Bryan has made an immeasurable mark on the organization and embodies Trex’s core qualities–vision, innovation and discipline. In determining a successor, the board undertook a comprehensive evaluation process, including assessing both internal and external candidates, and Adam was the clear and most capable successor to Bryan. He is a strong leader and brand-builder and his knowledge of Trex’s business, product roadmap, markets and people is unmatched. Adam has been a true partner to Bryan in developing our strategic initiatives and product innovation, which will be an important advantage as he steps into his new role.”
Zambanini said, “It is an honor to succeed Bryan, someone who has made an impact on me and so many across Trex. As I assume the role as the company’s next CEO, I am energized by the opportunity to partner with our dynamic leaders and continue to drive growth and shareholder value. Trex is the undisputed leader in wood-alternative decking and railing and I am confident that Trex will continue to win in our markets and categories, while building on our strong financial profile.”
“After a nearly 23-year career at Trex, including the past six years as CEO, now is the right time to transition leadership to Adam as part of our succession plan,” said Fairbanks. “I have had the opportunity to work with the best talent in our industry and lead our iconic Trex brand that has shaped the decking industry and delivered above market returns for our investors. Having worked closely with Adam for two decades, I have been impressed with his leadership capabilities and his drive for performance. I take pride in what we have built and move on with confidence in Trex’s future.”
Cline concluded, “Six years ago, Bryan was announced as CEO and during his tenure he has grown Trex, shown resilience within a challenging industry environment, strategically invested to enhance the company’s future position and built a world-class team of innovators and operators that have consistently delivered for our channel partners and consumers. On behalf of the board and the Trex team, we owe Bryan our deepest appreciation and thank him for his continued support to ensure this is a seamless transition for all stakeholders.”
About Adam Zambanini
Adam Zambanini has served as our executive vice president and COO since October 25, 2023. He previously served as president of Trex Residential Products between July 2018 and October 2023. Zambanini served as VP marketing between January 2011 and July 2018, and he served in a number of other roles between September 2005 and December 2010. Prior to joining Trex, Zambanini held marketing and market development roles at Rubbermaid Commercial Products, where he most recently served as product manager, and began his professional career as a project engineer at Flambeau Inc. Zambanini received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Penn State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Averett University.
About Trex Company, Inc.
For more than 30 years, Trex Company has invented, reinvented, and defined the composite decking category. Today, the company is the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and railing, and a leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products. Boasting the industry’s strongest distribution network, Trex sells products through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. Through strategic licensing agreements, the company offers a comprehensive outdoor living portfolio that includes deck drainage, flashing tapes, deck lighting, outdoor kitchen components, fencing, pergolas, spiral stairs, lattice, cornhole and outdoor furniture–all marketed under the Trex brand. Based in Winchester, VA., Trex is proud to have been named America’s Most Trusted Outdoor Decking^ for the past six years (2021-2026). The company also holds a place on Barron’s list of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies (2024 and 2025), was named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, ranked as one of the 100 Best ESG Companies by Investor’s Business Daily, and named the Sustainable Brand Leader in the decking category by Green Builder Media for the 15th consecutive year. For more information, visit Trex.com.
