Trex CEO Bryan Fairbanks to retire in April

Trex Co. President and CEO Bryan H. Fairbanks will retire April 28 after nearly 23 years with the company, and Chief Operating Officer Adam D. Zambanini will succeed him, the Winchester-based decking and railing manufacturer announced Tuesday.

Fairbanks has been the company’s president and CEO since 2020, following the retirement of James Cline. Previously, he had been its executive vice president and chief financial officer.

Cline, now chairman of the board of directors, said in a statement that Fairbanks grew Trex during his tenure and “showed resilience within a challenging industry environment.” He also credits Fairfax for building “a world-class team of innovators and operators that have consistently delivered for our channel partners and consumers.”

“Bryan has made an immeasurable mark on the organization and embodies Trex’s core qualities — vision, innovation and discipline,” said Cline.

Zambanini has more than 20 years of leadership experience at Trex, most recently serving as executive vice president in addition to COO. He previously held the titles of president of residential products and vice president of marketing, and Trex credits him for driving market growth, product development and operational execution.

“It is an honor to succeed Bryan, someone who has made an impact on me and so many across Trex,” Zambanini said in a statement. “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.”

According to Cline, the board undertook a comprehensive evaluation process, including assessing both internal and external candidates, to find Fairbanks’s successor, and Zambanini “was the clear and most capable” choice.

“He is a strong leader and brand-builder and his knowledge of Trex’s business, product roadmap, markets and people is unmatched,” Cline said in his statement.

The company’s news release did not provide information on Zambanini’s successor as COO.

Trex products are sold through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. The company reported $1.2 billion in net sales for 2025, a 2% increase from the previous year. It has more than 1,800 employees.

“Having worked closely with Adam for two decades, I have been impressed with his leadership capabilities and his drive for performance,” Fairbanks said in a statement. “I take pride in what we have built and move on with confidence in Trex’s future.”