Comfort Systems USA Appoints Trent T. McKenna as President
Comfort Systems USA announced that Trent T. McKenna, currently Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will be appointed to serve as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective January 1, 2026. Brian E. Lane will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer of the company. Lane commented, "I am thrilled to welcome Trent as Comfort Systems USA's next President. I am confident that our thoughtful succession planning has positioned Comfort Systems USA for this leadership transition. I am certain in his ability to build on our strong foundation and drive continued success for our Company and our stockholders." The company also announced that Laura F. Howell will retire as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of the company, effective as of year-end, after more than eleven years of service. Howell will continue to serve the company as a Senior Executive Advisor in 2026 to facilitate a smooth transition. Rachel R. Eslicker, who currently serves as the company's Associate General Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary, has been appointed to succeed Howell as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of the company.
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