XL Specialized Trailers recentlyannounced a new leadership structure. Scott Wall assumes the role of vice chairman of the board of directors, while the position of chief executive officer will be filled by Steve Fairbanks.
“We were really lucky to find Steve, a native Midwesterner,” says Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors Scott Wall, “as we look forward, it is important to take the right steps to build and grow the company. There is no doubt that Steve’s background in specialized manufacturing, along with his strong vision, will prove valuable to XL. I am truly excited to welcome Steve to the team and to start this new chapter of the company with him.”
Steve Fairbanks’ valuable experience combined with his action-minded, personable attitude make him an ideal fit to help lead the XL team. Steve brings extensive knowledge of strategy, lean manufacturing, six Sigma, production, engineering, and team-building to XL Specialized Trailers.
Fairbanks originates from Southwest Michigan, and has since made his way to Iowa. Steve earned his B.S. of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Technical University, and his Master of Business Administration degree from Baldwin Wallace College. Steve went on to hold engineering and marketing roles at Copeland Corporation (a division of Emerson Electric). Then he went on to serve as president at Corken, Inc. and Viking Pump (both divisions of IDEX Corporation). Since 2004, Steve has initiated processes to improve the truck equipment manufacturer, Iowa Mold Tooling (IMT) as president and president/CEO. His leadership helped IMT grow significantly through the great recession.
“I am really glad to be here at XL Specialized Trailers. I have spent a lot of time in the truck equipment market, and I look forward to working with all of the leaders in the heavy-haul trailer market,” says CEO Steve Fairbanks, “I enjoy the dealer-driven and customer-focused attitude of the company and I am excited to start meeting XL dealers and customers.”
About XL Specialized Trailers
XL Specialized Trailers is a market leading manufacturer of heavy haul and specialized trailers for the construction, commercial, agricultural, wind energy, oil and gas, and custom style trailer markets. Founded in 1995, XL has a growing dealer network, a dedicated staff of skilled employees and is an industry leader, offering superior hauling solutions. Every XL trailer is backed with a market leading warranty to assure the ultimate in customer confidence and satisfaction. Find out more at xlspecializedtrailer.com.