Trex (TREX) Appoints Chris Keffer to its Board

Trex Company, Inc. (NYSE: TREX), the world’s largest manufacturer of high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and railing, and a leading brand of outdoor living products, announced the appointment of executive Chris Keffer as a new independent member of its Board of Directors, effective August 15, 2024.

Mr. Keffer brings 30 years of leadership experience in the power tool industry, serving both the professional and consumer markets. In 2023, he was named President and Chief Executive Officer of STIHL Inc., the U.S. affiliate of the STIHL Group, the world’s top-selling brand of chainsaws. At their Virginia-based operations, Mr. Keffer is responsible for the manufacturing, distribution, and sales of STIHL outdoor power equipment for the domestic and export markets. Before joining STIHL in 2022, Mr. Keffer spent 27 years at Stanley Black & Decker, most recently serving as President of Product Management and President of Power Tool Accessories Group, leading global marketing for the $6.5 billion division.

Bryan H. Fairbanks, President and CEO, commented, “I am pleased to welcome Chris to Trex Company’s Board. He brings a wealth of experience in developing, marketing, and managing high-quality, branded products that serve both the professional market and DIY customers. His broad knowledge of all aspects of new product design and marketing will be invaluable as we execute our strategy to capture an increasing share of decking, railing, and adjacent products, representing a $14 billion addressable market for Trex.”

Mr. Keffer will serve on the Compensation and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees of the Board. Following his appointment, the Board will include ten directors, nine of whom are independent.

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