https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Avient-2023-Sustainability-Report_6.pdf
We will build strong relationships with providers of
leading-edge sustainable technologies.
We leverage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to help educate and inspire our global workforce and fortify strong
business practices.
Strong, transparent
relationships with suppliers are key to our success.
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Avient Specialty
Other
Free Cash Flow Conversion (1)
2021E (%)
Being asset light helps us to generate
strong free cash flow that is in line
with specialty formulators.
In 2021, we expect substantial earnings growth and strong cash flow generation as we emerge from the
COVID-19 pandemic.
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NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Avient Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results
• Fourth quarter and full year GAAP EPS from continuing operations of $(0.19) and $0.90
• Fourth quarter and full year adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $0.39 and $2.69
exceeds prior guidance of $0.29 and $2.60 due to better-than-expected orders for personal
protection products from Avient Protective Materials (“APM”) and cost reductions
• On a pro forma basis, fourth quarter and full year adjusted EPS of $0.42 and $3.04 exceeded
prior guidance of $0.33 and $2.95, respectively
• Strong working capital performance to finish the year resulted in cash flow from operations of
approximately $400 million for 2022; full year free cash flow of approximately $290 million
• Paid down additional $200 million of debt for a year-end net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA of 2.9x
which improved from prior projections
• Earned fourth Great Place to Work® certification, achieving the highest employee
engagement scores in the history of the company
CLEVELAND – February 15, 2023 – Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), a leading provider of
specialized and sustainable solutions, today announced its fourth quarter and full year results for
2022.
We then paid down $950 million of debt, providing us a strong balance
sheet to navigate through this period of macro-economic uncertainty.”
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“We have never wavered from our goal of becoming a specialty formulator.
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WHAT WE DO: MATERIAL SCIENCE
5
CUSTOM
FORMULATION
M AY 3 , 2023
W EB CAS T
Keeping Safety First
o Relentless focus on best-in-class safety performance as an
ACC Responsible Care® organization
Exceeding Customer Expectations
o Complementary technologies and customer relationships offer
opportunity for future revenue synergies
o Proven innovation-led commercial strategy with strong brands
and participation across the full value chain
Collaboration in Innovation
o Leveraging Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, to
accelerate growth of sustainable, ultralight and high
performance applications
People – Culture is Everything
o Talented, passionate and collaborative associates drive an
effective integration strategy
o Strong Great Places to Work® scores reflect positive
integration efforts in first year
AVIENT PROTECTIVE MATERIALS INTEGRATION
7
AVIENT PROTECTIVE MATERIALS
K E Y I N D U S T R I E S
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Military • Law Enforcement • First
Responders • Body Armor • Helmets •
Vehicle Protection
50%
MARINE & SUSTAINABLE
INFRASTRUCTURE
Towing / Mooring • Aquaculture •
Floating Wind • Offshore Cranes
30%
CONSUMER
Consumer • Outdoor High Performance •
Safety Equipment
8 Figures reflect approximate proportions of 2022 sales
Q 1 P ER FO RM A N CE
Q1 2023 PERFORMANCE VS.
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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!
Baird Global Industrial conference
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
PolyOne�pro forma 2018 Revenue | $2.9 billion*
Slide Number 7
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Investment in Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 11
Aligning with trends for Growth
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
Composites Refresher
Strategic Investment History
COMPOSITES in Transportation
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
Invest-to-Grow Driving the future
Strong Pipeline�driven by fragmented Market
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1.2 Billion since 2011
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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V I S I O N
PolyOne Corporation 4
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services and
solutions
C O R E
V A L U E S
P E R S O N A L
V A L U E S
Honesty IntegrityRespect
Operational
Excellence
Commercial
Excellence
Specialization
Globalization
Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services
and solutions
S A F E T Y F I R S T
PolyOne Corporation 5
Injuries per 100 Workers
Spartech
Acquisition
1.3
1.1 1.1
0.85
0.65
0.57
0.54
0.97
0.84
0.74 0.74
0.69
0.51
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
YTD
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P O L Y O N E
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 3 . 2 B I L L I O N
9%
United States
59%
14%
10%
Latin
America
9%
Canada
PolyOne
Distribution
34%
Performance Products &
Solutions 21%
Specialty
Engineered
Materials
19%
Color
Additives &
Inks 26%
Segment End Market Geography
Building &
Construction
Electrical &
Electronics
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017*
P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E
C O N S E C U T I V E
Y E A R S
PolyOne Corporation 7
8
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
*Pro Forma for sale of DSS
“Where we were” “Where we are”
ROIC** 5.0% 14.0%
Operating Income
% of Sales
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5%
Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 12.1%
Performance Products
& Solutions 4.3% 10.7%
Distribution 2.6% 6.3%
**ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N
S U S T A I N A B L E P A T H T O D O U B L E - D I G I T E P S G R O W T H
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P E O P L E P R O D U C T S P L A N E T P E R F O R M A N C E
Double digit
annual EPS
growth
Expand specialty portfolio
with strategic acquisitions
Innovate and develop new
technologies and services
Repurchase 600K-1M
shares annually
Increase commercial
resources 6-8% annually
Double acquired
company margins
Enhance efficiencies
through Lean Six Sigma
and commercial excellence
531
711130
158
504
656
2014 Q3 2018
R&D / Technical Marketing Sales
PolyOne Corporation 9
Increased commercial headcount
+ 34%
+ 22%
+ 30%
Generating opportunities
35% more sales calls
25% more marketing campaigns
1,000 new customers, expanding
customer base by 5%
$1.0B increase in new opportunities
Enhancing efficiency
8% reduction of average territory
size, enabling greater
customer focus
20% more prospecting calls
I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H
Lead
Specialists
T H E E V O L V I N G C U S T O M E R R E L A T I O N S H I P
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Expanded Path
Traditional Path
Strategic Accounts/
Field Sales
Business
Development
Customer
Service
Web and Social
Media
Inside Sales
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Investments in digital and dedicated inside sales to
improve customer experience
80% increase in leads (from 6,000 to 11,000) driven
by website, phone, and online chat
EXPANDED PATH
A D D I N G C U S T O M E R T O U C H P O I N T S
4
21
Inside sellers
$11M
$88M
Inside sales/digital revenue
N E W R E S O U R C E S F U E L I N G T H E F U T U R E
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P O L Y O N E
S A L E S
F U N N E L
+34%
$3.0 billion
2017
$4.0 billion
A L I G N I N G W I T H T R E N D S F O R G R O W T H
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P A C K A G I N G H E A L T H C A R E C O N S U M E R
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Facilitate
alternative
energy
solutions
Light-
weighting
Reduce
packaging
materials
Improve
recyclability
Reduce
spread of
infection
I N N O V A T I O N
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Customization
55%
M&A
30%
Innovation
Pipeline
Innovation comes from Research & Development Spend
($ millions)
Vitality Index
% of sales from products launched last 5 years
38%
$20
$52
Transformational
Opportunity for Growth
Through M&A
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
Product Pipeline
Core
Customization
3 H O R I Z O N S O F D E V E L O P M E N T
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Incremental
development
from existing
base of
technology
New development
adjacent to current
New technology
development
outside of and with
our current base
Service adjacent
markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
needs
Service existing
markets and
Market
Technical
I N N O V A T I O N
Non-Halogen Flame
Retardants
Barrier Technologies
Fiber Colorants
Advanced Composites
Thermoplastic Elastomers
Gordon Composites/
Polystrand – Composites
GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers
ColorMatrix – Liquid Color
& Additives
I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E
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PrototypeFrame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
(since 2015)
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
8
6
2 1
15 4
10
11
4
7
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 26 16 20 15 2 79
Total Addressable Market
($ millions) - - $1,230 $1,170 $440 $2,840
F L A M E
R E T A R D A N T
P O L Y M E R S
A D V A N C E D
C O M P O S I T E S
B A R R I E R
M A T E R I A L S
C O L O R A N T
T E C H N O L O G I E S
T H E R M O P L A S T I C
E L A S T O M E R S
I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T :
C O M P O S I T E S
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C O M P O S I T E S R E F R E S H E R
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Polymer
Composite
Strength
Design Flexibility
Continuous
Fiber
Thermoset
Short Glass
Fiber
Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber
Long Glass Fiber
Thermoplastics
S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y
Acquired
Polystrand
Installed LFT
production
Avon Lake
Acquired
Gordon
Thermoplastic Composites
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
Long Fiber
Thermoplastic
(LFT)
Technology
Installed LFT
production
Barbastro,
Spain
Acquired
Glasforms
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
2012 2015 20162009 2011
Acquired
PlastiComp,
specialty LFT
producer
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C O M P O S I T E S I N T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
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W A T E R C R A F TR A I L H E A V Y T R U C K
Bulkheads and Transoms
Ceilings and Hatches
Doors and Cabinetry
Flooring
Door Panels
Side Walls
Flooring & Side Panels
Aerodynamic Fairings
Seat and Bunk
Reinforcements
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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
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
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
125
169
315
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2017
25
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
67
220
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
IQ DESIGN LABS
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Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
Industrial designers
$0
$7M
$4M
$40M
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
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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
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
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 35
SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
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Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
27%
14%
Textiles
Building &
10%
10%Transportation
Electrical &
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%
16.0%
18.0%
100
110
120
130
140
150
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32%
46%
1%
Mexico
Brazil
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
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
20%
19%
13%
Building &
Electrical &
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%
28%
48%
22%
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
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
30%
Electrical &
1%
Asia
77%
Mexico
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
$24
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
16.0%
10
100
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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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23%
22%
Electrical &
Building &
$20
$25
$63
$73
2.9%
5.9%
6.3%
1.0%
3.0%
5.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
Operating Income & Margin2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
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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
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
PolyOne investor presentation
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
PolyOne�2017 Revenue | $3.2 billion
Proof of Performance
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Investment in Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 11
New Resources Fueling the Future
Aligning with trends for Growth
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Pipeline
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
Composites Refresher
Strategic Investment History
COMPOSITES in Transportation
Invest-to-Grow M&A Strategy
Invest-to-Grow M&A Playbook
Invest-to-Grow Proof of performance
Invest-to-Grow Driving the future
Strong Pipeline�driven by fragmented Market
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1 Billion since 2011
ROIC drives shareholder return
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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Cable jacket/sheath– Made of
PE
9
Fiber-Line Product
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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
PolyOne Corporation 21
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
PolyOne Corporation 22
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!
Fermium research marketing trip
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
PolyOne�pro forma 2018 Revenue | $2.9 billion*
Slide Number 7
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Investment in Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 11
Aligning with trends for Growth
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
Composites Refresher
Strategic Investment History
COMPOSITES in Transportation
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
Invest-to-Grow Driving the future
Strong Pipeline�driven by fragmented Market
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1.2 Billion since 2011
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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AVNT-2021.03.31-News Release
1
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Avient Announces Record First Quarter 2021 Results;
Increases Full Year Guidance
• Organic revenues increased 17% to $1.16 billion driven by strong demand across all
segments, with the most significant growth in healthcare and consumer end markets
• GAAP EPS from continuing operations of $0.86 compared to $0.38 in the prior year quarter
• Adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $0.89 expanded 68% over the prior year of
$0.53 with all segments achieving record operating income
• Full year adjusted EPS guidance for 2021 increased from $2.40 to $2.80 representing 45%
growth over the prior year of $1.93.
The company cited strong demand for healthcare (up 22%) and consumer products (up 24%) as
organic revenue increased 17% to $1.16 billion.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Avient Acquisition of Dyneema and Q1 2022 Results_0.pdf
Outdoor High Performance) 8 18% 3
Growth in Asia / LATAM 6 3% 2
Other 100 19% 5
Sub-total $1,327 14% $146
Outdoor High Performance Impact (5) (3)
Wage Inflation and Overtime (11)
Other Supply Chain Costs (4)
Synergies 5
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 8
FX (28) (5)
Q1 2022 $1,294 11% $136
Q1 2022 SALES AND OPERATING INCOME
(TOTAL COMPANY)
6
Sales Growth Rate
Operating
Income$ millions
EBITDA
Q1 EBITDA BRIDGE
7
Price increases more than
offset raw material and
supply chain impacts
Q1 2021 $ 161
Demand (23)
$ millions
CAI:
Price / Mix 77
Inflation (54)
SEM:
Price / Mix 41
Inflation (26)
Distribution:
Price / Mix 84
Inflation (82)
Net Price Benefit 40
Wage Inflation and Overtime (11)
Other Supply Chain Costs (4)
Synergies 5
Incentives, Other Employee Costs 8
FX (5)
Q1 2022 $ 171
China Lockdowns / Russia Impact $ (7)
Transportation (7)
Outdoor High Performance (3)
Q1 EPS BRIDGE
8
Q1 2021 - Adjusted EPS 0.89$
CAI 0.08
Specialty Engineered Materials 0.06
Distribution 0.00
Corporate Costs 0.02
F/X (0.04)
Segment OI 0.12
Tax Rate (0.02)
Q1 2022 - Adjusted EPS 0.99$
10
15x stronger than steel
Reduces weight by 30% vs. other solutions
Well-maintained global asset base poised to serve growing demand
• Purchase price of $1.48B represents 11.4x multiple of
2022 EBITDA
• Acquisition will expand Avient’s composites and fiber
portfolio with Dyneema®, the World’s Strongest Fiber™
• $415M sales and 30%+ EBITDA margins; Immediately
accretive to pro forma 2022 EPS, adding $0.35
• 1,300 patents globally, ~50% of sales patent protected
• 1,000+ employees across global production network and
dedicated technology centers
• Composites platform will increase from $261M to $680M in
revenue and from $49M to $180M in EBITDA Indicates Dyneema® location
$175M
(42%)
$65M
(16%)
$175M
(42%)
2022E Sales By Region ($M)
(1) $0.35 EPS excludes intangible amortization
(2) Based on 2022 expected results
(1) (2)
(2)
FIT WITH FOUR PILLAR STRATEGY
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Specialization
• Innovation-led organization with
tremendous intellectual property value in
trademarks, patents and “know-how”
• Deep history of application development
and premium, leading brand with the
World’s Strongest FiberTM
Globalization
• Global customer base with an
established presence across all major
geographic regions
• Global technology centers complement
existing Composites applications and
expertise
Operational
Excellence
• Best-in-class safety performance
• Well-run and maintained asset base fit to
serve future growth
• Highly effective and reliable supply chain
with emphasis on optimizing service to
customers
Commercial
Excellence
• Deep customer relationships extend
across the value chain and drive ability
to grow
• Offer a full suite of services with an active
role in design, development and
commercialization
People
Experienced and
talented associates
with a passion for
safety, specialization
and winning
DYNEEMA® OVERVIEW
K E Y I N D U S T R I E S
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Military • Law Enforcement • First
Responders Body Armor • Helmets •
Vehicle Protection
$215M
MARINE & SUSTAINABLE
INFRASTRUCTURE
Towing / Mooring • Aquaculture •
Floating Wind • Offshore Cranes
$130M
CONSUMER
Consumer • Outdoor High Performance •
Safety Equipment
$70M
12 Figures reflect 2022 expected sales
MIFOverview Competition Valuechain &
Go-to-market Strategy Innovation Financials
TECHNOLOGY
13
1,200 1,300
2,500
Avient Dyneema Combined
Patents
• True specialty business – the World’s Strongest Fiber™
• Deep history of application development with customers,
strongest in the industry
• The only UHMwPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene)
fiber producer that is backward integrated
o Provides innovation advantage through control of all steps of the process
• Complementary with our existing reinforced film expertise
(PolyStrand) and engineered fiber presences (Fiber-Line)
WINNING PROPERTIES
Ultra high strength vs. weight Highly flexible
Floats on water Chemically inert; no smell/taste and non-toxic
High resistance to UV radiation Self-lubricating, with low friction
One-of-a-kind technology
®
FORMULATION PROCESS
14
• Like Avient, Dyneema® offers similar
core competencies around formulation
and material science
• Technology that combines polymers and
fibers to provide specialized, high
performing solutions for customers
• Design capabilities ensure that
applications are highly customized for
the specified end use
DYNEEMA® IN THE VALUE CHAIN
15
UHMwPE
Fiber / Tapes
Military Personnel,
Law Enforcement
Heavy Marine,
Offshore Wind Energy
and Mooring,
Aquaculture
Outdoor,
Footwear, Apparel,
Inflatables
• Material Science
• Formulation
• Service
INTERMEDIATE MANUFACTURING
(CUSTOMERS) OEM / APPLICATION
DEMAND TRENDS
16
• Military spending and near-term demand for higher performing personal protection
products (like Dyneema®) expected to increase
o European NATO members annual defense spend expected to increase by up to 20%(1)
o Accelerated launch of next generation technology in North America
• Policy-driven demand for sustainable energy; growth in floating offshore wind
farms which require advanced, durable technology
o Offshore wind expected to grow at a CAGR of 32% with the level of annual installations
quadrupling over the next five years(2)
• Continued investment in aquaculture as a sustainable food source(3)
• Strong demand in outdoor high performance space across niche consumer
applications aligns with 10% growth assumption for Avient’s Composites portfolio
Sources:
(1) “Funding NATO”, NATO.int (April 1, 2022)
(2) “Global Wind Report 2021”, Global Wind Energy Council
(3) “Aquaculture Supports a Sustainable Earth”, NOAA Fisheries
17
A L I G N M E N T W I T H
S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y G O A L S
PRODUCTS
AVIENT’S EXISTING COMPOSITES PORTFOLIO
D I V E R S E C A P A B I L I T I E S A N D S O L U T I O N S S E R V I N G
M A N U F A C T U R E R S A N D O E M S
LFT Tapes Laminates/Panels Shapes Pultrusion Engineered Fibers
18
AVIENT’S COMPOSITES PORTFOLIO
SALES AND EBITDA
19
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$216 $212
$261
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2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022E
$680
• Dyneema® acquisition will further
improve Composites EBITDA margins
to 26%
• Dyneema® will complement our
existing portfolio with deep formulation
expertise, innovative culture and
global commercial presence
• Composites will continue to be a key
growth driver to deliver future revenue
growth in excess of GDP
(1) Pro forma for the acquisition of Dyneema®
DISTRIBUTION DIVESTITURE
CONSIDERATIONS
DISTRIBUTION HIGHLIGHTS
21
$21
$57
$69
$94
$105
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2006 2011 2016 2021 2022E
• Leading North American Distribution business with
longstanding blue-chip supplier and customer
relationships
• Commercial excellence and regulatory knowledge have
grown healthcare portfolio to over 25% of sales and
positioned business for long-term growth
• Highly specialized portfolio of engineered polymers along
with sustainable solution offerings
• Leading digital capabilities through Avient Now, allowing
enhanced visibility and 24/7 interface with customers
• 98% free cash flow conversion drives greater than 30%
after-tax return on invested capital (ROIC)
• Potential divestiture allows us to remain modestly
leveraged with net debt to adjusted EBITDA expected to
be 2.9x and positions us for further specialty growth in the
future
EBITDA (in $M)
DYNEEMA® TRANSACTION OVERVIEW
22
- $1.48B net purchase price
- Represents 11.4x expected 2022 EBITDA
- Committed financing in place
- Permanent financing to be combination of available cash on-hand, new
Senior Unsecured Notes, new Senior Secured Term Loan
- Potential proceeds from Distribution divestment could be used to pay down
near-term maturing debt
- Closing expected in second half of 2022, subject to regulatory
approvals and certain customary closing conditions
Transaction
Value
Financing
Closing
Conditions /
Timing
CAPITAL STRUCTURE / LEVERAGE
23
• Financing commitments secured from Morgan Stanley
and J.P.
Financials are pro forma for the acquisition of Dyneema® and potential divestiture of Distribution
Avient Specialty
Formulators
Other Specialty /
Chemical Companies
30
CULTURE AND PEOPLE
31
OUR SPECIALTY JOURNEY CONTINUES
32
• Dyneema® brings leading technology and brand with the World’s
Strongest Fiber™, deep history of application development and
strong management team focused on specialty applications
• Dyneema® transaction is aligned with our previously stated acquisition
goal of expanding our composites and fiber capabilities
• Similar to our other technology expansion acquisitions, Dyneema®
allows us to leverage our invest-to-grow strategy
• We plan to explore a possible sale of our Distribution business.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/AVNT Q4 2023 Earnings Press Release.pdf
In addition, demand for Dyneema® in defense applications is expected to be
strong.
We believe
there are significant opportunities for us to drive profitable organic revenue growth and
innovation, leveraging our culture of strong customer focus and portfolio of differentiated
technologies.