Chris Krook

Chris Krook is a seasoned professional in the coatings and inks industry with extensive experience in sales, technical service, and research and development. Currently serving as the European Key Account Manager at BYK Additives since May 2022, Chris previously held the position of Sales Manager for Paint Additives in the Benelux region at Keyser & Mackay, where responsibilities included managing a portfolio of over 100 customers and drafting sales budgets. Prior to this, Chris worked at allnex as Technical Service & Business Development Manager for EMEA, coordinating technical services and identifying new business opportunities. Chris's career includes significant roles at PPG Industries as Sr. R&D Section Manager and at SigmaKalon as Paint Technologist, focusing on product development and technical maintenance of waterborne coatings. Chris holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Analytical Chemistry from Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences and a Bachelor's degree in Laboratoriumtechniek from College Beroepsonderwijs Amsterdam.