Washington Gas is honored to celebrate Black History Month 2025. We will profile a few of our employees and what Black History means to them.
Troy Hill
Manager, Pressure Operations
For me, Black History Month is a time to celebrate the vibrant, diverse culture that defines African American history. African Americans have played an integral role in shaping the United States. As a country, we should take time to learn more about their contributions—past and present—that have helped cultivate the society we live in today.
My greatest role model has always been my mother. She is the ultimate example of hard work, determination, humility, and empathy. As a single parent raising four children, she faced daily hardships without complaint. Her resilience and perseverance taught me invaluable lessons that continue to guide me in my career and life.
She instilled in me the importance of respect—treating others as you want to be treated. One of the most impactful lessons she taught me was that the loudest person in the room isn’t always the most capable. “Keep your head down, own your craft, and never settle for less” is her advice that still shapes my work ethic and approach to leadership.
