Avient Appoints Cathy K. Dodd to President of Distribution

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On October 2, 2020, Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) appointed Cathy K. Dodd as Senior Vice President and President of Distribution, succeeding Scott Horn, who retired after 39 years. Dodd, who joined Avient in 2014, has a strong background in marketing and has led initiatives to enhance customer service and brand presence. Avient, with pro forma revenues of $3.7 billion in 2019, provides sustainable material solutions, serving over 6,000 processors and OEMs across North America and Asia.

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• Cathy K. Dodd's extensive experience may enhance Avient's distribution strategy.
• Dodd's leadership could strengthen customer relationships and service quality.
• Avient's strong market position with $1.2 billion in sales highlights its industry relevance.

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• Scott Horn's retirement may create continuity concerns in leadership during the transition.

CLEVELAND, Oct. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), a leading provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions, has announced that Cathy K. Dodd has been appointed to Senior Vice President, President of Distribution.  She replaces Scott Horn who is retiring after a 39-year career.

With 2019 sales of $1.2 billion, Avient Distribution represents the world's leading thermoplastic resin suppliers, serving more than 6,000 processers and OEMs throughout North America and Asia.

"We're very pleased for Cathy to expand her valuable contributions to our customers as the new leader of our world-class distribution business," said Robert M. Patterson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Avient.  "Her expertise in product development, speed-to-market, and industry trends will provide our customers and suppliers immeasurable value as their trusted partner."

Ms. Dodd joined Avient in 2014 as Vice President of Marketing, where she led efforts to capture and communicate the immense value that Avient brings to customers and the full suite of innovative materials and services that enable their sustainability goals. She more recently was promoted to Chief Commercial Officer, where she was also responsible for Corporate Technology and Sales Excellence.  Her significant accomplishments include the company's transition to a more virtual customer service model, expansion of our Inside Sales function and the global launch of the Avient brand.

Prior to Avient, Ms. Dodd served in various roles at Eastman Chemical Company, Honeywell and Ashland Oil. Ms. Dodd earned a bachelor's degree in business administration in marketing and management from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.

"I'm extremely proud to lead our distribution business and exceptional team, represent our blue chip line card of suppliers and serve our customers during this dynamic time," said Ms. Dodd.

Mr. Patterson added, "As Cathy transitions into the role, we offer our sincere thanks and best wishes to Scott Horn as he enters retirement.  Scott has been a long-time leader and highly-respected voice in our industry, while proudly serving Avient customers through world-class service."

About Avient

Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), with pro forma revenues of $3.7 billion, provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:

• Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic
• Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation
• Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses

Avient employs approximately 9,100 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care® and a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste.  For more information, visit www.avient.com.

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SOURCE Avient Corporation

FAQ

Who has been appointed as the new president of distribution at Avient?

Cathy K. Dodd has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and President of Distribution at Avient.

What significant role did Cathy K. Dodd hold before being appointed president of distribution?

Before her appointment, Cathy K. Dodd was the Chief Commercial Officer at Avient.

What were Avient's pro forma revenues in 2019?

Avient's pro forma revenues in 2019 were $3.7 billion.

What is the background of Cathy K. Dodd at Avient?

Cathy K. Dodd joined Avient in 2014 as Vice President of Marketing and has since held various key roles, contributing significantly to the company's growth.

Who did Cathy K. Dodd replace as President of Distribution at Avient?

Cathy K. Dodd replaced Scott Horn, who retired after a 39-year career.