https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/Avient CDP_Climate_Change_Questionnaire_2022.pdf
This agreement is
equal to approximately 90% of our annual European electricity needs.
This agreement is equal to approximately 90% of our annual
European electricity needs.
Current:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met these criteria in 2019
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-09/avient2020sustainabilityreport-9-2-21.pdf
Update:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met this criteria in 2020
By 2030, to ensure alignment with Avient’s expectations on
environmental, social and governance requirements, Avient
will assess its top suppliers representing 90% of our total raw
material costs.
This agreement would be equal to approximately 90% of
our annual European electricity needs.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/Avient Sustainability Day 2023 - Website %289.19%29.pdf
Colgate-Palmolive, March 2021
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2020 2030
12%
CAG
R
RECYCLED PLASTICS DEMAND GROWING DOUBLE DIGITS
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Sources: McKinsey, Standard & Poor’s 2022
• Recycled plastics demand is expected to
grow at a 12% CAGR through 2030
• Demand is constrained by availability of
recycled content and will need investments
in both mechanical and chemical processes
• As recycled content becomes more
available, it is expected to make up 30% of
all plastics demand by 2040
Recycled
Plastics
Virgin
Plastics
Growing Demand for Recycled Content
3%
CAG
R
MAKING CARBON EMISSIONS COMMITMENTS
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100% renewable
energy consumption
by 2025
50% reduction in
product carbon
footprint by 2030
Reduce absolute
emissions by 25%
before 2030, net zero
by 2025
Net zero carbon
emissions by 2050
Achieve carbon neutrality
globally by 2050
Achieve net zero
greenhouse gas emissions
across enterprise
Reduce carbon
emissions by 75%
by 2030
Achieve net zero
emissions by 2040
Reduce greenhouse gas
emissions by 0.5M tons by
2025; net zero by 2050
Reach net zero
greenhouse gas
emissions by 2040
Achieve zero emissions
across global operations
by 2040
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STAKEHOLDERS’ GROWING INFLUENCE
Source: Deloitte 2022
Regulators
& government
77%
Board members
& management
75%
Consumers & clients
75%
NGOs
72%
Shareholders
& investors
71%
Competitors
& peers
66%
Employees
65%
Percent of Companies Feeling Pressure From…
Lenders
55%
GOVERNMENT INFLUENCE CREATES OPPORTUNITIES
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65%
Reduction in carbon emissions per unit
of GDP from China by 2030
LOW CARBON FOOTPRINT MATERIALS
25X
Increase in offshore wind energy
capacity in the E.U. by 2030
INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS
10%
Fuel efficiency increase in
2026 model year vehicles to
achieve 49 MPG
90%
Replacement of fossil-based
plastics with bio-based polymers
(Biden Administration)
LIGHTWEIGHTING SOLUTIONS BIOPOLYMERS
$42B
Investment in U.S. infrastructure
requiring 100% of fiber optic cable to
be U.S.
Per Carlsson, Manufacturing and Operations
CUSTOMER
TESTIMONIALS
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50
90
0
20
40
60
80
100
2022 2030
Medical Plastics Market Size
PRESERVE – TAKEAWAY
Protecting Human Life and Enabling Connectivity Drives Growth Projections
Examples
Covered
Today
56%
Other Applications
44%
2022
$525M (i
n
$B
ill
io
ns
)
8% CAGR 34% CAGR
5G Infrastructure Market Size
12
92
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
(in
$
B
ill
io
ns
)
Source: Grand View Research Source: Global Data
Summary
Jamie Beggs
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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OUR SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
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2030 SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
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PERFORMANCE AND RECOGNITION
1
2
5
ESG Ratings Performance
ESG Awards and Certifications
top 13%
94th
percentile
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SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION AWARDS
Ultra-Low Carbon
Footprint TPE
Innovation Award, Finalist:
Plastics Industry Association
PCR Colorants + Additives
Sustainable Packaging Innovation,
Finalist: U.S.
Plastics Pact
Post-Consumer Recycle (PCR)
Color Predictive Tool
Innovation Award, Winner:
Plastics Industry Association
Product Technology Innovation, Winner:
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023
Additive for
Enhanced Recycling
Innovation Award, Finalist:
Plastics Industry Association
Product Technology Innovation, Finalist:
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023
Service Innovation
Enables Quality Recycle
Product Innovation
Enables PCR Claims + Low CO2
Product Innovation
Protects Quality Recycle
…are Growing at Twice the Rate as
Conventional Products
Sustainably-Branded Products…
Consumers
Are demanding
recyclability and eco-
conscious products
Governments
Are mandating changes
through legislation, taxes,
and regional accords
STAKEHOLDER INFLUENCE DRIVES DEMAND
For Sustainable Products From Sustainable Companies
Brand Owners
Have committed to ambitious
goals to achieve
sustainability metrics
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SUSTAINABILITY TRENDS DRIVE LONG-TERM GROWTH
8-12%
Long Term
Growth
18
46
2023 2032
Global Offshore Annual
Wind Installations
(in Gigawatts)
50
90
2022 2030
Medical Plastics
Market Size
(in $Billions)
2020 2030
12%
CA
GR
3%
CA
GR
Recycled
Plastics
Virgin
Plastics
Growing Demand for
Recycled Content
Avient Sustainable
Solutions
11
%
CA
GR
8%
CA
GR
Sources: McKinsey, Bloomberg, Grand View Research
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Increasing the use
of recycled content
Reducing weight to
lower fuel consumption
2022 SALESDESCRIPTION
$340M
$310M
$525M
OUTCOMES
Enabling customers to
advance the circular economy
Shrinking carbon footprint
and decreasing emissions
Making our planet a better
place for all
Using fewer natural resources;
protecting human life
$1,175MTOTAL SALES
SUSTAINABILITY TRENDS DRIVE LONG-TERM GROWTH
AVIENT IS WELL-POSITIONED
A Clean House
Avient holds leading ratings on
ESG matters of importance to
customers, countries, and
key stakeholders
Leading Portfolio
Our formulation expertise and materials
are meeting the unique sustainability
needs of our customers around the world
in endless applications
8-12% Long-Term Growth RateAvient’s Sustainable Solutions
Investing in Innovation
85% of our opportunity funnel is
directed at sustainable solutions
addressing unmet customer needs
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ADJUSTED EBITDA MARGIN EXPANSION
• Transformative acquisitions
combined with divestitures of
more cyclical businesses have
improved margins over 400 bps
since 2018
• 20% long-term margin goal to be
driven by key growth drivers, with
sustainable solutions playing a
meaningful role
5.4%
11.5%
16.0%
17.3%
20% 20.0%
2006 2018 2023E Recovery Growth
Drivers
Strategic
Objective
20%+
+1%+
+3%+
Community Service
7x Safer
than Industry Average
World-Class Safety
Leadership Development
Over $19 million
raised since 2007
Diversity & Inclusion
PEOPLE AND CULTURE
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• 6% annualized long-term sales growth leveraging
sustainable solutions, composites, healthcare, and
emerging regions
• Expand EBITDA margins to 20%
• Deliver annual EBITDA and EPS growth of
10% and 15%
• Maintain asset-light, 80% free cash flow conversion
profile and be valued as a specialty formulator
• Continue fostering our Great Place to Work® culture
LONG-TERM OBJECTIVES
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Wrap Up and Q + A
Bob Patterson
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
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Investor Deck_9_19_23 v4_WEBSITE_GAAP.pdf
2023 SR Non-GAAP Rec v3
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/PolyOne%2520IR%2520Presentation%2520-%2520Morgan%2520Stanley%2520Conference.pdf
Leverage
PolyOne’s
global reach
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
18-20%
operating
margins
Invest in
commercial
resources
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E
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Commercial
Resources
Operating
Income
($ in millions)
Operating
Margins
243
335
At Acquisition Today
$36
$90
At Acquisition Today
11%
20%
At Acquisition Today
Established Acquisitions
(> 7 years)
+ 40% + 150% + 900 bps
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W D R I V I N G T H E F U T U R E
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Commercial
Resources
Operating
Income
($ in millions)
Operating
Margins
113
144
206
At Acquisition Today Goal
$16
$18
$60
At Acquisition Today Goal
7% 8%
18-20%
At Acquisition Today Goal
Recent Acquisitions
(< 2 years)
PolyOne Corporation 25
Average
Company Size
# of
Possibilities
Rationale
250
• Local to regional footprint
• Niche technology focus
• Concentrated customer base
$50M–$200M 150
• Regional to global footprint
• 1–3 specialty technologies
• Diversified customer base
>$200M 30
• Global footprint with local service
• Diverse specialty technologies
• Highly diversified customer & market
portfolio
S T R O N G P I P E L I N E
D R I V E N B Y F R A G M E N T E D M A R K E T
$0
$150
$300
$450
$600
$750
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
$809M
R E T U R N I N G C A S H T O S H A R E H O L D E R S
O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N S I N C E 2 0 1 1
PolyOne Corporation
$0.16
$0.20
$0.24
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.58
$0.70
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
3-Year Dividend Plan
Cumulative Share Repurchases
(In millions)
Increasing Annual Dividend
26
6.3%
14.0%
15.0%
16-17%
2009 2017 Platinum Vision Updated Expectations
R O I C D R I V E S S H A R E H O L D E R R E T U R N
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W H Y I N V E S T I N P O L Y O N E ?
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
S E R V I C E :
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
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Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2014
2015
47
0
86
2016
2017
125
169
216
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
67
202
147
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
I Q D E S I G N L A B S
PolyOne Corporation 31
Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
2014 2017
Industrial designers
$0
$7M
2014 2017
$4M
$40M
2014 2017
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
L S S C U S T O M E R F I R S T
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Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2014 2017
2 85
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
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From concept to production
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
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S E G M E N T H I G H L I G H T S
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Packaging
27%
Industrial
14%
Textiles
12%
Building &
Construction
10%
Wire & Cable
10%Transportation
8%
Consumer
7%
Healthcare
6%
Electrical &
Electronics
3%
Appliance
3%
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 8 9 3 M I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$139
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.5%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
18.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
2005 2009 2013 2017
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Europe
32%
United
States
46%
Asia
15%
Canada
1%
Mexico
4%
Brazil
2%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Consumer
20%
Transportation
19%
Wire & Cable
13%
Healthcare
11%
Industrial
8%
Packaging
7%
Appliance
4%
Building &
Construction
3%
Electrical &
Electronics
15%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 6 2 4 M I L L I O N
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$21
$57
$76
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
2005 2009 2013 2017
Europe
28%
United
States
48%
Asia
22%
Canada
2%
12.1%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
Construction
30%
Industrial
18%
Transportation
16%
Wire & Cable
15%
Appliance
7%
Packaging
5%
Consumer
5%
Electrical &
Electronics
3%
Healthcare
1%
Asia
2%
United
States
77%
Mexico
5%
Canada
16%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 7 2 1 M I L L I O N
$40
$33
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
2005 2009 2013 2017
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$886 $668 $773 $721Sales
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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Transportation
23%
Healthcare
22%
Industrial
18%
Consumer
15%
Appliance
7%
Electrical &
Electronics
6%
Building &
Construction
4%
Packaging
3%
Wire & Cable
2%
$20
$25
$63
$73
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
6.3%
0.0%
1.0%
2.0%
3.0%
4.0%
5.0%
6.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
2005 2009 2013 2017
Operating Income & Margin2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
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Thermally Conductive
Technologies
Chemical Resistant
Technologies
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Technologies
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Components
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
Oxygen Scavenger
Technologies
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Technologies
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth
on polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products
stand up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market
needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
High flame retardancy to
meet strict UL standards
Greater processing and
design flexibility
Specialized additives
provide long term color
stability
Diffusive lens materials
improve light dispersion
Smart Home Devices
ResilienceTM Vinyl Solutions
1
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/IR_Deck_11.4.19.pdf
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
S E R V I C E :
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
PolyOne Corporation 29
Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2014
2015
47
0
86
2016
2019
125
169
412
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2014
2019
0
67
247
147
2018 141
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
I Q D E S I G N L A B S
PolyOne Corporation 30
Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
2014 2018
Industrial designers
$0
$10M
2014 2018
$4M
$80M
2014 2018
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
L S S C U S T O M E R F I R S T
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Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2014 2018
2 104
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
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From concept to production
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
PolyOne Corporation 34
S E G M E N T H I G H L I G H T S
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 35
Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Packaging
28%
Industrial
14%
Textiles
13%
Wire & Cable
11%
Building & Construction
10%
Transportation
8%
Consumer
8%
Healthcare
5%
Appliances
2%
Electrical &
Electronic 1%
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$159
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.1%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
2005 2009 2013 2018
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Europe
35%
United
States
45%
Asia
14%
Canada
1%
Mexico
3%
South
America
2%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S *
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Consumer
22%
Transportation
16%
Wire & Cable
15%
Healthcare
11%
Industrial
9%
Packaging
7%
Appliance
3%
Building &
Construction 4%
Electrical &
Electronics
16%
*Pro Forma including Fiber-Line
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
P R O F O R M A 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 7 5 0 M I L L I O N *
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$21
$57
$72
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
11.2%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
2005 2009 2013 2018
Europe
28%
United
States
46%
Asia
24%
Canada
2%
*Pro Forma including Fiber-Line
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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Healthcare
27%
Transportation
22%
Industrial
18%
Consumer
12%
Appliance
6%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Building &
Construction
5%
Packaging
3%
Wire & Cable
2%
$20
$25
$63
$71
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
5.6%
0.0%
1.0%
2.0%
3.0%
4.0%
5.0%
6.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
2005 2009 2013 2018
Operating Income & Margin2018 Revenue | $1.3 Billion
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
O V E R V I E W O F R A W M A T E R I A L P U R C H A S E S
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Performance
Additives
13%
Polyethylene
11%
Pigments
9%
TiO2
8%
Styrenic Block
Copolymer 7%
Nylon
8%
Polypropylene
5%
Plasticizers
4%
Dyestuffs
3%
Other Raw
Materials
32%
$900 million of raw material purchases estimated in 2019 excluding Distribution business
Note: All figures exclude PolyOne Distribution business and divested PP&S business
T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
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Thermally Conductive
Technologies
Chemical Resistant
Technologies
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Technologies
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Components
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
Oxygen Scavenger
Technologies
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Technologies
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products stand
up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
Robert W.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2019-12/Fermium_IR_Deck_12.16.19_for_Website.pdf
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
S E R V I C E :
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
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Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2014
2015
47
0
86
2016
2019
125
169
412
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2014
2019
0
67
247
147
2018 141
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
I Q D E S I G N L A B S
PolyOne Corporation 30
Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
2014 2018
Industrial designers
$0
$10M
2014 2018
$4M
$80M
2014 2018
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
L S S C U S T O M E R F I R S T
PolyOne Corporation 31
Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2014 2018
2 104
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
PolyOne Corporation 33
From concept to production
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
PolyOne Corporation 34
S E G M E N T H I G H L I G H T S
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 35
Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Packaging
32%
Industrial
14%
Textiles
13%
Wire &
Cable
9%
Building & Construction
9%Consumer
8%
Transportation
7%
Healthcare
5%
Appliances
2%
Electrical & Electronics
1%
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$159
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.1%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
2005 2009 2013 2018
PolyOne Corporation 36
Europe
35%
United
States
45%
Asia
14%
Canada
1%
Mexico
3%
South
America
2%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 37
Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Wire & Cable
28%
Consumer
18%
Electrical & Electronic
13%
Healthcare
9%
Industrial
8%
Packaging
6%
Appliance
2%
Building &
Construction
2%
Transportation
16%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
P R O F O R M A 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 7 5 0 M I L L I O N *
PolyOne Corporation 38
$21
$57
$72
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
11.2%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
2005 2009 2013 2018
Europe
28%
United
States
46%
Asia
24%
Canada
2%
*Pro-Forma including Fiber-Line
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
PolyOne Corporation 39
Healthcare
27%
Transportation
23%
Industrial
18%
Consumer
12%
Appliance
6%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Building &
Construction
5%
Packaging
3%
Wire & Cable
1%
$20
$25
$63
$71
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
5.6%
0.0%
1.0%
2.0%
3.0%
4.0%
5.0%
6.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
2005 2009 2013 2018
Operating Income & Margin2018 Revenue | $1.3 Billion
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
O V E R V I E W O F R A W M A T E R I A L P U R C H A S E S
PolyOne Corporation 40
Performance
Additives
13%
Polyethylene
11%
Pigments
9%
TiO2
8%
Styrenic Block
Copolymer 7%
Nylon
8%
Polypropylene
5%
Plasticizers
4%
Dyestuffs
3%
Other Raw
Materials
32%
$900 million of raw material purchases estimated in 2019 excluding Distribution business
Note: All figures exclude PolyOne Distribution business and divested PP&S business
T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
PolyOne Corporation 41
Thermally Conductive
Technologies
Chemical Resistant
Technologies
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Technologies
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Components
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
Oxygen Scavenger
Technologies
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Technologies
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products stand
up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Innovation%2520Day%2520-%2520May%25202014.pdf
Richardson
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
Track Record of Accelerated Growth
Total Revenue Adjusted EPS Adjusted EBITDA
$2,061
$2,506
$2,709
$2,861
$3,771
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
($ in millions, except EPS )
$105
$179
$202
$255
$344
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
PolyOne Corporation Page 16
$0.31
$0.44
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
Q1 2013 Q1 2014
Adjusted EPS
$42
$60
$20
$40
$60
Q1 2013 Q1 2014
Specialty Operating Income
($ millions)
Q1 2014 Financial Highlights
Growth momentum accelerates
driven by specialty platform
Specialty segments and
Distribution achieve record results
All segments increase operating
income compared to prior year
Revenue grew 25% versus
Q1 2013
+43%
+42%
$57
$79
$30
$60
$90
Q1 2013 Q1 2014
Adjusted Operating Income
($ millions)
+39%
PolyOne Corporation Page 17
Commitment to Operational Excellence
81%
96%
2006 2013
16.2%
10.9%
2006 2013
On-Time Delivery
Working Capital % of Sales
5.0%
31.0%
2006 2013
Percent of Associates Trained in LSS
Three consecutive years – CFO Magazine
Best Working Capital Management
Program in the chemical industry
World’s Best Business
Process Excellence
Program in 2012*
95 certified Black Belts
211 certified Green Belts
422 Project Leaders
World’s Best “Start-up
Program” for Lean Six Sigma
Deployment in 2009*
*Both awards received from International Quality and Productivity Center
PolyOne Corporation Page 18
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding – 3/31/14
Net Debt / EBITDA* = 1.9x
$48
$317
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of March 31, 2014
($ millions)
Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
*TTM 12/31/2013
** includes US-qualified pension plans only
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 2014
Pension Funding**
As of March 31, 2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 19
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
$0.16
$0.20
$0.24
$0.32
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
2011 2012 2013 2014
Annual Dividend
Expanding our sales, marketing,
and technical capabilities
Targets that expand our:
• Specialty offerings
• End market presence
• Geographic footprint
• Operating Margin
Synergy opportunities
Adjacent material solutions
Repurchased 1.4 million shares in
Q1 2014
Repurchased 6.4 million
shares since April 2013
13.6 million shares are
available for
repurchase under the
current authorization
Organic
Growth
Acquisitions
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
Investing in operational and
LSS initiatives (including
synergy capture)
Manufacturing alignment
PolyOne Corporation Page 20
3.07 3.05
1.81
1.45
1.82
1.54
0.85
3.15
1.17
1.69
0.00
0.50
1.00
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
4.00
0.91
PolyOne
Valuation Aspirations
PEG Ratio Comparison
Represents $38 of
share price upside
Avg = 1.96
PolyOne Corporation Page 21
Innovating for the Future
Dr.
Patterson
President and Chief Executive Officer
PolyOne Corporation Page 36
PolyOne Core Values
Innovation
Collaboration
Excellence
PolyOne Corporation Page 37
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
$20
$53
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index
Progression*
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
14.3%
30.7%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
19.5%
43.0%
2006 2013
PolyOne Corporation Page 38
Formula for Success
Innovation
Market
Beating
Performance
Excellence in Execution
PolyOne Corporation Page 39
Track Record of Successful Integrations and
Rapid Operating Income Growth
$12
$44
2007 2013
$22
$30
2012 2013
$24
$49
2012 2013
GLS ColorMatrix Spartech
OI in $ millions
PolyOne Corporation Page 40
2015 and Beyond
Innovation will drive the next
stage in our remarkable
transformation
Deliver on 2015
goals
Expand Specialty
offerings and
possibilities
Identified as a truly
global, specialty
chemical company
Market Potential Exceeds
$40 Billion
PolyOne Corporation Page 41
Driving Toward Premier Profitability
EBIT Margins for top tier
companies
Victrex 42%
Sigma Aldrich
18% FMC
25%
IFF 18%
Eastman 17%
Hexcel 16%
16%
Rockwood
Holdings
Celanese 14%
7% EBIT Margin – 2013
Albemarle 24%
Ecolab 13%
PolyOne Corporation Page 42
Bright Future & High Aspirations – The Next Seven Years
• % OP Income from Specialty - 5%
• Market Cap - $500 Million
• Revenue - $2.6 Billion
• Commodity Peers
• Specialty ROS - 1.5%
• % OP Income from Specialty - 62%
• Market Cap - $3.5 Billion
• Revenue - $3.7 Billion
• Specialty ROS - 9.4%
• % OP Income from Specialty - 80 to 90%
• Market Cap - $12 to $18 Billion
• Revenue - $8 to $10 Billion
• Specialty Peers
• Specialty ROS - ≥ 20%
2000 – 2006
2007 – 2013
2014 – 2020
PolyOne Corporation Page 43
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/avient-sustain-2019-210419-interactive.pdf
Current:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met this criteria in 2019
Two years ago we earned a score of 90/100 on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI).
Current:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met this criteria in 2019
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/2019-avient-sustainability-report.pdf
Current:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met this criteria in 2019
Two years ago we earned a score of 90/100 on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI).
Current:
• Approximately 90% of Avient’s products met this criteria in 2019
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/advanced-composites-overview-brochure_0.pdf
These methods include:
PULTRUSION
• Fibers are impregnated with liquid thermoset
resins, then pulled through a heated die to cure
the resin and form the product
• This continuous, automated manufacturing
process creates constant cross section profiles
of any pre-determined length with consistent,
uniform quality and exceptional mechanical
performance
• Applications include rods and profiles of various
lengths and complexities, such as utility poles,
insulator core rods and structural beams
CONTINUOUS FILAMENT WINDING
• Combines the principles of filament winding with
pultrusion to create constant or tapered cross-
sectional tubing in precision sizes
• The unique axial and biaxial fiber orientation
provides flexural and tensile strength, as well as
crush and burst resistance
• Applications include lightweight shelter frames
and sporting goods components
CONTINUOUS RESIN TRANSFER MOLDING (CRTM™)
• Engineered core materials are sandwiched
between structural composite laminate face sheets
• Continuous composite sandwich panels feature
high specific strength and stiffness-to-weight ratio
• Applications include ballistic resistant panels,
truck floors and rail car doors
CONTINUOUS FIBER REINFORCED THERMOPLASTICS
• Fully recyclable tape, X-Ply™ (0°/90°), and other
multi-ply configurations with widths up to 10' wide
• Sandwich panels in unlimited lengths,
up to 6" thick and 10' wide
• High volume production capacity
• Applications include structural and aerodynamic
components in transportation, and reinforcement
of materials such as wood and metal
THERMOSET COMPOSITE LAMINATES & BARSTOCK
• Unidirectionally reinforced barstock, laminates
and hybrid composites engineered to maximize
deflection and fatigue resistance
• Customizable shapes and sizes
• Applications include archery bow limbs, flat
springs, prosthetics, sporting equipment
THERMOSET FINISHING OPERATIONS
• Customized finishing capabilities for barstock and
laminates including machining, water-jet cutting,
profiling/shaping, sanding, slitting, laminating,
molding and coatings
TESTING CAPABILITIES
• Mechanical – Flexural, tensile, compression, shear,
fatigue, impact resistance
• Physical – Specific gravity/density, Barcol
hardness, water absorption, void content,
resin/fiber content, dye penetrant, viscosity
• Thermomechanical – Coefficient of linear thermal
expansion, glass transition temperature, deflection
temperature, degree of cure, curing properties
• Electrical – High-voltage, low current dry arc
resistance of solid electrical insulation, dielectric
strength, water diffusion
ABOUT AVIENT
ADVANCED COMPOSITES
The Avient advanced composites portfolio
consists of Glasforms™, Gordon Composites™
and Polystrand™ branded materials.