Adam Dexter
Executive Advisor
Adam Dexter joined Dexter in 1993 and became President & CEO in 2008, a role he held until 2025. He now serves as Executive Advisor, providing strategic guidance to the company's leadership team. Over his career, Mr. Dexter held a series of progressive management and executive roles, including Production Superintendent, Plant Manager, Director of Operations, and Divisional President.
He led the 2008 and 2009 restructuring efforts that effectively mitigated the economic downturn and continued profitability and positioned the company for sustainable growth. He was instrumental in leading Dexter during Tomkin's move from public to private and when the Sterling Group acquired Dexter.
He is active in industry trade associations and has served on the board of directors for The Recreation Vehicle Industry Association since 2010 and the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers since 2011. Mr. Dexter has a Bachelor's Degree from DePauw University and is the grandson of Leonard Dexter, who founded Dexter Axle Co. in 1960.
