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Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
• Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate and integrate acquisitions
• Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the
availability and cost of credit in the future;
• The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks;
• Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we
conduct business;
• Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;
• Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated
with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs;
• Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters;
• An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;
• Information systems failures and cyber attacks; and
• Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in
interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation.
Cable jacket/sheath– Made of
PE
9
Fiber-Line Product
PolyOne Materials
F I B E R O P T I C A L G R O W T H D R I V E R S
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5G Networks
Enable lower latency, greater
flexibility & efficiency
Installation of these networks are
in the very early stages
Installation will start in urban
hubs and will continue to expand
into suburban and rural areas
By 2025, only 14% of the world
will have 5G connections
Growth is expected over multi-
year period
5G technology will be a leading growth driver in fiber optic cable for several years
10x
Speed Increase
&
8x
More Antennae Required
5G vs. 4G
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Safety Technology Geography Service FinancialPeople
Low EH&S
risk profile
New and
complementary
technologies
Leverage our
global footprint
Strong
customer
relationships
Foundational
operating
margins of
8-10% with
ability to double
Motivated team
with a specialty
culture
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A S T R A T E G Y
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Capture
sourcing
synergies
Cross-sell
& blend
8-10%
operating
margins
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A P L A Y B O O K
Protect
Retain
employees
Implement LSS to
drive efficiency
improvements
Innovate with
combined
portfolio
Safety
First!
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
Transformational M&A with PP&S divestment and pending acquisition of
Clariant Masterbatch business
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
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating organic
growth
SERVICE:
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
2015
47
86
2016
2019
125
169
412
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2017
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2019
67
247
147
2019 134
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
IQ DESIGN
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Computer
Aided
Engineering
Design
Strategy
3
15
Designers &
Engineers
$0
$15M
$4M
$87M
Opportunity funnel Total Revenue
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
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Customer Engagements
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2 210
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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SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS
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
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Wire &
Appliances
Electrical & Electronics
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 9 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N
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34%
United
States
44%
Mexico
South
America
$4
$25
$104
$147
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
14.7%
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
Telecommunications
(FOC)
Electrical & Electronics
Building &
Construction
Note: (FOC) refers to Fiber Optic Cabling
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 9 R E V E N U E | $ 7 5 0 M I L L I O N
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27%
United
States
54%
17%
$21
$57
$87
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
11.6%
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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28%
23%
Electrical &
Electronics
Building &
Operating Income & Margin2019 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
$25
$63
$75
$20
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
6.3%
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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
Polyethylene
Pigments
Styrenic Block
Copolymer 7%
Nylon
TiO2
Polypropylene
Dyestuffs
Plasticizers
Other Raw
$900 million of raw material purchases in 2019 excluding Distribution business
Note: All figures exclude 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
Chemical Resistant
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
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
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Oxygen Scavenger
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
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
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Global high yield & leveraged finance Conference
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
Commodity to Specialty Transformation
PolyOne�2019 Revenue | $2.9 billion
Slide Number 8
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Expansion of Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 12
Aligning with trends for Growth
Revenue from Sustainable Solutions
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
COMPOSITE MATERIALS
COMPOSITEs Portfolio�Diverse Capabilities and Solutions Serving Manufacturers and OEMS
PolyOne applications in Fiber optic cables
Fiber optical growth drivers
Invest-to-Grow M&A Strategy
Invest-to-Grow M&A Playbook
Invest-to-Grow Proof of performance
Clariant Masterbatch Acquisition Drives�Next Level Specialty Transformation
Transformation Headlines
Fit with Four Pillar Strategy
End Market Transformation
End Market Transformation
Complementary Geographic Presence
Slide Number 31
PolyOne + Clariant Masterbatch Business
Over 85% of Adjusted EBITDA from Specialty
Transaction overview
Significant Synergy Opportunities
Attractive Financing Structure
Slide Number 37
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1.2 Billion since 2011
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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The non-GAAP financial measures
include: adjusted EPS, earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization
(EBITDA), adjusted EBITDA, net debt, Specialty platform operating income, Specialty
platform gross margin percentage, adjusted operating income, return on invested
capital, net debt/ EBITDA, and the exclusion of corporate charges in certain
calculations.
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in
accordance with U.S.
Trailing twelve months adjusted gross margin is calculated as follows:
Three Months
Nine Months
Trailing Twelve Months
(TTM) Ended
(In millions) December 31, 2014 September 30, 2015 September 30, 2015
Gross margin - GAAP $ 152.6 $ 524.6 $ 677.2
Special items in gross margin 15.8 30.0 45.8
Gross margin excluding special items $ 168.4 $ 554.6 $ 723.0
Adjusted EBITDA and net debt to adjusted EBITDA is calculated as follows:
Three Months
Nine Months
Trailing Twelve
Months (TTM) Ended
(In millions) December 31, 2014 September 30, 2015 September 30, 2015
Income from continuing operations,
before income taxes $ (31.2) $ 168.1 $ 136.9
Interest expense, net 15.6 48.5 64.1
Depreciation and amortization 25.0 78.4 103.4
Special items, impact on income from
continuing operations before income
taxes
80.8 39.8 120.6
Accelerated depreciation included in
special items (0.2) (4.6) (4.8)
Adjusted EBITDA $ 90.0 $ 330.2 $ 420.2
Short-term portion and current portion of
long-term debt $ 61.8
Long-term debt 1,038.0
Less: Cash and cash equivalents (235.7)
Net Debt 864.1
Net Debt/TTM Adjusted EBITDA 2.1
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Forward-Looking Statements
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation
PolyOne�At A Glance
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
Innovation Pipeline Potential
Innovation Initiatives
Design and Service as a Differentiator
Customer First Through World-Class Service
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet �Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
Why Invest In PolyOne?
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/why-three-party-collaboration-leads-bottle-manufacturing-success
Reduced Energy Consumption: By optimizing the bottle-blowing process, these additives can lower the energy required to produce each bottle.
This reduction in energy consumption can not only cut costs, but it can also lower the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: Using recycle-enabling process aids can lower the energy consumption of the bottle-blowing process, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the entire packaging lifecycle.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/why-three-party-collaboration-leads-bottle-manufacturing-success?ind[]=6599
Reduced Energy Consumption: By optimizing the bottle-blowing process, these additives can lower the energy required to produce each bottle.
This reduction in energy consumption can not only cut costs, but it can also lower the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: Using recycle-enabling process aids can lower the energy consumption of the bottle-blowing process, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the entire packaging lifecycle.
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/avient-announces-first-quarter-2022-results-connection-announcement-acquire-dsm-protective-materials-dyneema
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
Below is a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP.
Below is a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/Liquid Color PVC Pipe Product Industry Overview.pdf
Finely dispersed TiO2, and color
distribution with precision dosing, drive consistency,
material efficiency, and sustainable consumption.
Deviation in dosing based on number of cycles
during a trial with a global plastics processor
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Colorant
System
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Colorant
System
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Potable Water
CC10201265 (NSF), CC10201265
(NSF), CC01053598 (UL),
CC10220196 (UL)
Drain, Waste, Vent,
Irrigation & Potable Water
CC10201418 (NSF),
CC10201270 (NSF)
Sewer
CC10256367 (NSF),
CC01053774, CC10301922
Reclaimed Water
CC10352848 (NSF), CC01055325
Electrical, Industrial, Conduit
CC10201285 (NSF), CC01053733,
CC10253767 (UL), CC10202712 (UL)
CC01053731 (UL)
Telecom, Conduit
CC10270833
Electric Power Lines,
Lighting Cable
CC01054724, CC10267763 (UL),
CC10212299 (UL)
Industrial & Plumbing
CC10335721 (NSF), CC01053205,
CC01053205 (UL)
Mining
CC10201274 (NSF), CC01055504,
CC10335364 (UL)
Natural Gas, Oil
CC01055504 (NSF), CC10201274
CC10335364 (UL)
CC10201272 (NSF)
COLORMATRIX LIQUID COLORANTS FOR PVC PIPE, CONDUIT, AND FITTINGS APPLICATIONS
Potable
Drain,
Waste, Vent,
Irrigation
& Potable
Telecom,
Conduit
Sewer
Electrical,
Industrial,
Conduit
Reclaimed
Electric
Power
Lines,
Lighting
Cable
Natural
Gas,
Oil
Industrial
&
Plumbing
Mining
PVC Pipe
and Conduit
Color Wheel
A HANDY REFERENCE TO
PIPE IDENTIFICATION
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Geon HC 8200 series is formulated for improved chemical resistance to withstand repeated exposure to powerful disinfectants, which are increasingly used in the fight against healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), helping device manufacturers to reduce service calls, warranty claims and product returns.
Some medical device manufacturers are experiencing a sharp rise in field failures as device housings develop stress cracks from frequent exposure to chemical disinfectants,” said James Stephenson, director, global marketing, PolyOne Geon Performance Materials.
The PolyOne team works collaboratively with medical device manufacturers, offering a variety of support services, including part and mold design, manufacturing, agency approval, and other services to minimize the time and help manage the risks involved in bringing a new medical device to the market.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/why-three-party-collaboration-leads-bottle-manufacturing-success?rtype[]=1164
Reduced Energy Consumption: By optimizing the bottle-blowing process, these additives can lower the energy required to produce each bottle.
This reduction in energy consumption can not only cut costs, but it can also lower the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: Using recycle-enabling process aids can lower the energy consumption of the bottle-blowing process, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the entire packaging lifecycle.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/why-three-party-collaboration-leads-bottle-manufacturing-success?sust[]=1133
Reduced Energy Consumption: By optimizing the bottle-blowing process, these additives can lower the energy required to produce each bottle.
This reduction in energy consumption can not only cut costs, but it can also lower the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: Using recycle-enabling process aids can lower the energy consumption of the bottle-blowing process, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the entire packaging lifecycle.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Forward%2520Looking%2520Statements%2520and%2520Non%2520GAAP%2520Measures.pdf
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
� Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability
and cost of credit in the future;
� The financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate
liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;
� The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;
� The amount and timing of repurchases, if any, of PolyOne common shares and our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and
timing of any future dividends;
� The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;
Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;
Forward Looking Statements
� Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;
� Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;
� Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply;
� Production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs;
� Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters;
� An inability to achieve or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital
reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;
� The ability to successfully integrate acquired companies into our operations, retain the management teams of acquired companies, and retain
relationships with customers of acquired companies, including without limitation, Color Matrix Group, Inc.
The non-GAAP financial measures
include: adjusted EPS, earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and
amortization (EBITDA), adjusted EBITDA, net debt, Specialty platform operating
income and gross margin, adjusted operating income, free cash flow, return on
invested capital, GLS operating income, net debt/ EBITDA, and the exclusion of
corporate charges in certain calculations.