Tricia Cregger

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Director of Quality / Regulatory at COLTENE USA

Akron, Ohio, United States

Overview

Tricia Cregger is a strategic global regulatory and quality leader with deep expertise in Class II medical devices. Holding a Ph. D. from The University of Akron and a RAC (Global) certification, she has extensive experience in 510(k) submissions, quality systems, and design controls, having held senior roles at COLTENE USA and STERIS Corporation.

Originally a scientist with a background in polymer science and physics, Tricia has transitioned her analytical skills into the regulatory field. Based in the Akron, Ohio area, she has shown an interest in finding innovative and efficient approaches to complex regulatory challenges, including advocating for the use of AI in her field.

She holds multiple patents, including one for a genetically engineered biological indicator used for monitoring sterilization processes.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Unexpressive

Overcautious

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.

Topics They Care About

Medical Device Regulation
Her career is focused on regulatory affairs for Class II medical devices, including 510(k) submissions, de novo applications, and Quality Systems Regulations.
Regulatory Innovation
She identifies as an "AI Advocate" and posts about creating clear, repeatable, and innovative frameworks to improve the efficiency and clarity of regulatory submissions.
Quality Systems
As Director of Quality / Regulatory, she has direct responsibility for Quality Systems Regulations and ensuring compliance for product development and design transfer.

Media Appearances

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Work History

4-2025
Director of Quality / Regulatory at COLTENE USA
6-2019 - 4-2025
Director of Regulatory / Research and Development at COLTENE USA
10-2017
Regulatory Affairs Manager at Coltene Whaledent, Inc.
1-2017 - 10-2017
Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs at STERIS Corporation
12-2013 - 12-2016
Regulatory Affairs Manager at STERIS Corporation

Education

1997 - 2002
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from The University of Akron
1995 - 1997
Master of Science (M.S.) from The University of Akron

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Insights For Selling To Tricia

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly

DONT's

  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tricia is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tricia

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tricia move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Tricia take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Tricia

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