https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/2024 Proxy Statement_March.pdf
Our key development opportunities include nomination-based leadership programs (such as NextGen,
Emerging Leaders and Elevate), foundational leadership training for all current or aspiring people
managers, called Core Leadership, and LSS training at a variety of levels, where individuals can be
certified for job-specific LSS programs, up through Master Black Belt certification.
Industry Expertise
Significant experience in the Company’s
businesses and industries
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Technology
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Operations
Experience overseeing complex operations and
developing and implementing operational plans
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Corporate Governance
Experience and understanding of governance
matters and principles, including management
accountability, transparency and protection of
shareholder interests
IT and Cybersecurity
Experience and understanding of information
security, data privacy and cybersecurity
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Experience in environmental matters, community
affairs, and/or corporate responsibility initiatives
including sustainability
Other Public Company Boards 1 3 1 — — 1 2 2 — 1 2 1
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Board Diversity Matrix (as of March 19, 2024)
Total Number of Directors 12
Female Male
Gender Identity
Directors 3 9
Demographic Background
African American or Black — 2
Alaskan Native or Native American — —
Asian — 1
Hispanic or Latinx — —
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander — —
White 3 6
Two or More Races or Ethnicities — —
Supplemental Characteristics
Person with Disability/Disabilities 1 —
Military Veteran — —
Person of International / Non-U.S.
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Sustainability
Background
Gender Male Male Male Male Male Female Female Male Male Male Female Male
Race/Ethnicity White White White Black White White White Black White White White White
Other Public Company Boards 1 3 1 — — 2 2 — 1 2 — 1
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GOVERNANCE HIGHLIGHTS
As part of our commitment to overall excellence, our Companyʼs governance practices include the
following:
Director Independence
• Strong commitment to Director independence: Eleven out of our twelve Director nominees are
independent
https://www.avient.com/news/dyneema-and-point-blank-deliver-1-million-alpha-elite-armor-systems-protect-us-law-enforcement
Point Blank’s Alpha Elite® and Alpha Elite® Black armor systems harness the performance benefits and game-changing innovation of the Dyneema® Force Multiplier Technology platform.
With more than 1 million Alpha Elite® and Alpha Elite® Black vests now protecting US law enforcement officers, Dyneema® and Point Blank have brought elite ballistic performance to some of the largest and most prestigious law enforcement tactical units worldwide.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-joint-study-borealis-reveals-wide-range-color-options-recycled-plastics
The study also demonstrated that using Borcycle M grades along with Avient’s OnColor™ near-infrared (NIR) detectable colorants can produce a recyclable, neutral black which enables better automatic sorting for recycling.
This solution helps to prevent downcycling of darker and black PCRs based on their color and maintains their value in the recycling stream.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=4423
Geon(TM) MB2995A Black Bowling Soft
Geon(TM) A61-74A Black Filter Adhesive
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CORE(TM) DB5751 BLACK PLASTISOL
CORE(TM) DB5752 BLACK 72A NON PHTHALATE
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198.00 FEP HIGH FLOW CC HIGH BLACK
200.00 ETFE200(2181) CC STD BLACK
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/making-plastic-parts-more-sustainable
Black or dark gray colors are typically easier to achieve with recycled materials due to the comingled items that may contaminate the recycling stream.
However, black or dark gray colors can be difficult to be detected by near-infrared (NIR) automatic sorting equipment at recycling facilities.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=4307
110.00 FEP5100 (HF) CC STD BLACK
BLACK
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Geon(TM) V1341-80 TOP COAT BELTING - BLACK
Geon(TM) DP108-80 Black Hot Dip for Rec Tnk