Troy Cressman
About Troy Cressman
Troy Cressman is the Marketing Manager for the Americas at Venator Materials Plc, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in sales and product management, with experience in various sectors including coatings and plastics.
Current Role at Venator Materials
Troy Cressman serves as the Marketing Manager for the Americas at Venator Materials Plc, a position he has held since 2019. Based in the Houston, Texas area, he manages a portfolio of strategic accounts focused on white pigments and functional additives. His role involves selling into various end markets, including coatings, plastics, inks, distribution, and general industrial sectors. Cressman specializes in relationship building and follow-up, which contributes to consistent top performance in sales.
Previous Experience at Venator Materials
Before becoming the Marketing Manager, Troy Cressman held multiple positions at Venator Materials Plc. He worked as a Product Manager from 2018 to 2019 for eight months and as a Junior Product Manager from 2017 to 2018 for one year. In these roles, he gained experience in managing distribution routes to market for titanium dioxide pigment, enhancing his expertise in the industry.
Sales Experience Prior to Venator Materials
Troy Cressman has a diverse background in sales prior to his current role. He worked as a Sales Associate at T-Mobile for one year from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Sales Representative at Vivint Smart Home from 2013 to 2014 and at Moxie Pest Control from 2012 to 2013, both for one year. This experience has contributed to his skills in relationship management and sales performance.
Educational Background
Troy Cressman holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Brigham Young University, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. He also earned a Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) from Mountainland Applied Technology College in 2008, completing the program in 11 months. His educational background provides a foundation for his communication and management skills.
Administrative Experience
In addition to his sales and marketing roles, Troy Cressman worked as an Administrative Assistant at Kirkland & Ellis for seven months in 2017. This position in the Houston, Texas area allowed him to develop organizational and administrative skills that complement his marketing and sales expertise.