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Construction-Based CBX Solutions Appoints Travis Hendren as Chief Executive Officer

Aug 25, 2026 | By Devin Jacobs

Construction-Based CBX Solutions Appoints Travis Hendren as Chief Executive Officer

CBX Solutions has appointed Travis Hendren as Chief Executive Officer, effective 31 August 2026. He will lead the company as it continues to grow its specialty building products and solutions business.

SUMMARY

  • CBX Solutions appointed Travis Hendren as CEO.
  • Hendren will lead growth and operations.
  • CBX Solutions provides building products and solutions.

Mr. Hendren brings extensive experience in leading large operations, driving growth and integrating acquired businesses. At GMS, he helped grow revenue, expand product offerings, lead acquisitions and new locations, and strengthen the companys operations across North America.

Hendren brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience in the building products and specialty distribution industries. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer at GMS, where he oversaw more than 340 distribution centers and over 100 retail locations across the U.S. and Canada, supporting a multi-billion-dollar business with more than 7,000 employees.

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Before becoming COO, Hendren held several senior roles at GMS, including President of GMS Canada and Vice President of Corporate Development & Strategy.

Before joining GMS, Hendren spent nearly 20 years in investment banking, advising building products and construction materials companies on mergers, acquisitions, capital markets, and corporate strategy.

"Travis is a proven leader with deep industry expertise, exceptional operational capabilities, and a strong track record of building high-performing organizations," said Christian Cook, Interim CEO of CBX Solutions and a Managing Director at Platinum Equity. "Travis combines strategic vision with hands on operational leadership and a passion for developing people.

"CBX Solutions has built an outstanding reputation for serving customers, fostering strong supplier partnerships, and developing talented people," said Mr. Hendren. "I am honored to join the company at such an exciting time and look forward to working alongside the CBX Solutions team to build on that foundation.

About CBX Solutions

Founded in 1955, CBX Solutions provides access, security, and networking solutions for commercial buildings, from construction through ongoing operations. The company offers specialty building products and services covering openings, security, access control, networking, and audio/visual systems.

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