A look at Tony Venice’s background reveals he has a degree in engineering from Purdue University, one of the leading nationwide schools for that discipline. From that alone, one can infer that he’s a pretty intelligent man. In fact, after graduating, he spent seven years working for McDonnell Douglas, a major aerospace corporation that was later acquired by Boeing.
When a massive round of layoffs in the mid-1990s cost Venice his position, he decided he didn’t want the aerospace. Instead, he sought out a growth-minded industry where he could carve out a quality career. And for the past 30 years, the decision to immerse himself in the world of office technology has certainly been validated time and again.
Today, the director of product marketing for Toshiba America Business Solutions is propelled by the opportunity to take on different challenges and tackle multiple projects simultaneously. Venice is grateful that Toshiba has enabled him to thrive in this manner, which has bolstered his quest to learn every day—after all, it keeps the brain sharp.
“I’d like to think that I am someone who can be relied upon to get a job done and do it well without question,” said Venice, a 2025 ENX Magazine Difference Maker. “I like to set high standards for myself. I was taught growing up to do your very best, regardless of how small or how big the job is. You should put in the same amount of effort. I still believe that hard work, honesty, and respect for others go a long way in the world.”
The holder of an MBA from Pepperdine University, he currently has oversight of (among other things) a team tasked with the planning, launching and management of MFPs and other hot-button technologies, which in Toshiba’s case is thermal printing units. It’s his second tour with Toshiba, sandwiched around career stints with Samsung and Kofax.
It’s difficult for Venice to pinpoint any one individual with providing valuable perspective during his formative years; a number of leaders and peers have sprinkled in insights that have buoyed him both personally and professionally. However, he cites Mark Mathews as having been instrumental in helping him grow into the product marketing role at Toshiba.
Proud Legacy
While 2024 proved to have its share of challenges, Venice notes the team was able to mobilize and get the job done. He credits this to having a veteran, crackerjack team that’s passionate about what they do. Venice is collaborating with leaders and peers on initiatives to help Toshiba reach ambitious growth targets.
“It would be nice to leave a legacy behind where we not only achieved, but exceeded our goals,” he added. “I want to be able to leave it behind for the next generation to take it to the next level.”
Whether individually or collectively, Venice sees the value of constantly striving for greatness. “I think it is important to not settle for mediocrity,” he said. “We must continue to set higher and higher goals as a company as well as for ourselves.”
On the home front, Venice and his wife celebrated their 30th anniversary this year. They have two adult children—the oldest is a professional in another industry, and the youngest has special needs. Venice credits her with handling the various needs that require attention. The couple is also active in organizations that support special needs children and adults, which has brought them in touch with many kind and amazing people. They enjoy going to the movies, listening to music, binge watching Netflix and traveling.
In October, the Venices will celebrate their matrimonial milestone by taking a European cruise that starts in (where else) Venice, Italy, and ends in Athens, Greece.
