(NYSE:POL) is announcing several changes that will subsequently take place within its leadership team.  Given the size and scope of the pending acquisition of Clariant's masterbatch business, the company will establish two leadership roles with designated regional responsibilities for View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/polyone-announces-leadership-appointments-301024927.html

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with 20 years of experience in financial leadership positions in public and private organizations with an emphasis on specialty materials and diverse end markets. We are thrilled to welcome Jamie to our executive leadership team, as we accelerate our specialty growth strategy during this new era as We thank Brad for his leadership and wish him all the best in his retirement years."

in an advisory capacity to help facilitate the leadership transition. and his leadership as CEO over the last 10 years.  For more information, visit https://www.avient.com.

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strategic vision and leadership," said Mr. has demonstrated the leadership, judgement and acumen required to serve as chairman.  Patterson served in leadership roles at

Ashish's appointment reinforces the Board's confidence in his leadership to generate long-term value creation for said, "I'm thankful for the Board's confidence and for Rick's recent leadership as Chairman as I began with the company.  I look forward to continuing to work with our talented Board and our engaged leadership team to drive our new strategy and deliver ongoing organic growth on the topline with margin expansion on the bottom line."

leadership team, and I'm thrilled he'll now be contributing on an even deeper level, as he leads our Color segment for future growth." where he served in various commercial leadership roles. Mark's exceptional career is one of tremendous success and respect, as he served in leadership roles in three of