Valvoline Global Operations Appoints Michael Kirtman as New Chief Brand Officer

Valvoline has announced Michael Kirtman as its new Chief Brand Officer, bringing over two decades of experience with major brands like Crest and Olay to lead its brand strategy and innovation efforts.
Jan. 30, 2026

Valvoline Global Operations has named Michael Kirtman as its new chief brand officer, as shared in a recent LinkedIn post.

Kirtman brings over 20 years of global leadership experience, including working with billion-dollar brands like Crest, Olay, and Oral-B.

“If you know Michael, you know that his high energy and collaborative leadership style are the perfect match for our culture of innovation,” wrote the company in a post last week. “Join us in welcoming him to the driver’s seat of our brand strategy!”

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