Trex adds to board of directors
Trex Company, Inc. has appointed Chris Keffer as a new independent member of its board of directors.
Keffer brings decades of leadership experience in the power tool industry, serving both the professional and consumer markets. In 2023, he was named president and CEO of STIHL Inc., the U.S. affiliate of the STIHL Group, the world’s top-selling brand of chainsaws.
At STIHL's Virginia-based operations, 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, 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 of Trex, 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.”
Keffer will serve on the compensation and the nominating and corporate governance committees of the board. Following his appointment, the board will include 10 directors, nine of whom are independent.
