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S&P 500
-150%
-50%
50%
150%
250%
350%
450%
550%
POL S&P 500
All time high of
$43.34
July 1st, 2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
2006 2014 YTD 2015
“Where we were” “Where we are” Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 14.9% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials
1.1% 12.1% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 7.6% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions
5.5% 8.1% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.2% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income
6.0% 65% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* 5.0% 10.6% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 37%
Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
32% Adjusted EPS CAGR from 2011
2015 EPS: $2.50
2011 EPS: $0.82
Continued Gross Margin
Expansion
Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartech Accretion
Incremental Share Buybacks
Ongoing LSS Programs
(50-100 bps/yr)
Accelerated Innovation
& Mix Improvement
Several Levers to
Drive Growth
Mid Single Digit Revenue Growth
PolyOne Corporation Page 11
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$53
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
14%
31%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
20%
43%
2006 2013
Specialty Vitality Index Target ≥ 35%
Vitality Products
+ 700 to 1000 bps
PolyOne Corporation Page 12
Prototype Frame
Opportunity
Scale-up &
Test Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
Phase
1
Phase
2
Phase
3
Phase
4
Phase
5
4
11
5
10
6
9
3 4 2
15
9
1
10
4
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
A Rich Pipeline of Opportunity
Number of Projects 25 14 19 17 18 93
Addressable Market
($ millions)
TBD TBD $800 $450 $450 $1,700
PolyOne Corporation Page 13
Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets
Decreasing
Dependence
on Fossil
Fuels
Protecting
the
Environment
Improving
Health and
Wellness
Megatrend End Markets
Globalizing
and
Localizing
Health &
Wellness
Transportation
Packaging
Consumer
PolyOne Corporation Page 14
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 2014
Pension Funding**
As of September 30, 2014
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding – 9/30/14
Net Debt / EBITDA* = 1.7x
$48
$317
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of September 30, 2014
($ millions)
Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
** includes US-qualified pension plans only *TTM 9/30/2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
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 1.5 million shares in
Q3 2014
Repurchased 9.7 million
shares since early 2013
10.3 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
$0.16
$0.20
$0.24
$0.32
$0.40
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
$0.50
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Annual Dividend
PolyOne Corporation Page 16
PolyOne Core Values
Innovation
Collaboration
Excellence
PolyOne Corporation Page 17
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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GOVERNMENT INFLUENCE CREATES OPPORTUNITIES
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175 Countries support the UN Plastics Treaty to help manage plastics pollution
£210
U.K. tax per tonne on products
containing less than 30% recycle
content (U.K.
Chantal Nestor-Saury, Product Development Manager
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Brand Commitment: Percent Recycled Plastic Used Demand by Feedstock Type
39%
29%
37%
16%
25%
11%
11%
6%
19%
7%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%
Brand 1
Brand 2
Brand 3
Brand 4
Brand 5
Brand 6
Brand 7
Brand 8
Brand 9
Brand 10
Progr ess through 2022
Gap t o r ea ch 2025 targets
Source: Ellen MacArthur Foundation 2022
2020 2030
12%
CAG
R Recycled
Plastics
Virgin
Plastics3
% C
AGR
RENEW – TAKEAWAY
Demand for Recycled Content Drives Growth Projections
Examples
Covered
Today
55%
Other
Applications
45%
2022
$340M
Source: McKinsey
HOW WE ENABLE SUSTAINABILITY
Reduce
Chris Pederson
Senior Vice President, President of Specialty Engineered Materials
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REDUCE
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KEY CUSTOMER CHALLENGES:
• Improving Fuel Economy - Incorporating innovative lighter-weight alternative
materials as a cost-effective way to reduce fuel consumption
• Reducing Energy Consumption and Dependence on Fossil Fuels -
Negative public perceptions of fossil fuels are challenging companies to utilize
alternative energy sources and also to reduce overall demand (consumption)
• Reducing Carbon Footprint - Companies are seeking assistance from their
suppliers to address the ever-increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint
• Lessening Environmental Impact - Manufacturers are looking to reduce
dependence on processes with high environmental impact such as the release of
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) during painting
Solutions to reduce weight
and energy consumption
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Lightweight Dashboards
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents
• Reduces part weight
• No impact on performance
• Highly cost effective
20%
LESS MATERIAL
Automotive / EVs
2022 Revenue: $46M
Body + Trim
SmartBatch™ Paint Replacement
• Reduces emission of volatile organic
compounds (VOCs)
REDUCES VOCs
Protective Film
Versaflex™ Protective Film
• Protects new cars from damage during shipping
• High-tack eliminates solvent containing adhesives
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LED Lighting Components
ThermaTech™ Thermally
Conductive Formulations
• Reduces weight vs. aluminum
• Removes heat – extends LED life
• Will not corrode
40%
LIGHTER THAN ALUMINUM
Automotive / EVs
2022 Revenue: $3M
REDUCES FUEL
CONSUMPTION
Running Boards, Side Steps
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics
• High strength-to-weight
• Replaces steel/aluminum
• Excellent load carrying and fatigue resistance
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Battery Frame
Maxxam™ Polyolefin Formulations
• Critical stiffness and rigidity
• Chemical and thermal performance
• Replaces a heavier, aluminum frame
60%
LIGHTER THAN ALUMINUM
Design for Lightweighting
Avient Design Services
• Comprehensive design for
sustainability capabilities
• Materials agnostic
• 10% reduction in weight increases
range by 14%
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Automotive / EVs
2022 Revenue: $4M
EV Battery Cooling System
Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers
• Thermal management
• Chemically resistant
• More efficient and longer life battery
EXTENDS BATTERY LIFE
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EV Connectors
Edgetek™ PKE Non-halogen flame retardant
Formulations
• Provides reduced carbon footprint
alternative to traditional materials (Nylon)
66%
LESS CO2 THAN NYLONCharging Cable Infrastructure
ECCOH™ Wire and Cable Formulations
• Low smoke, zero halogen
• Flame resistance exceeds EVM1/EVL2
requirements
ZERO HALOGEN
Automotive / EVs
2022 Revenue: $2M
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Trailer Flooring
Polystrand™ R Recycled PET Composite Tapes
• Minimum 95% post-consumer recycle content
• Improved carbon footprint without
sacrificing performance
95%
RECYCLED PET
Aerodynamic Side Shield
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic
Composite Laminates
• Can be post-formed
• Reduces fuel consumption
• High impact and fatigue resistance
60%
LIGHTER
Commercial Transportation,
Aerospace
2022 Revenue: $8M
Rail Car Doors
Glasforms™ Composite Panels
• Replaces steel
• Will not corrode
• Reduces weight
LIGHT & DURABLE
Air Cargo Nets
Bio-based Dyneema® Fiber
• Reduces fuel consumption
• Extends product life from 3 to 5 years
59%
LESS WEIGHT Arm Rests & Seat Frames
Complēt™ Long Fiber Composites
• Replaces steel
• High strength-to-weight ratio
LIGHT & STRONG
Commercial Transportation,
Aerospace
2022 Revenue: $8M
Air Cargo Containers
Polystrand™ Composite Sandwich Panels
• Lighter and stronger than aluminum
• Reduces fuel consumption
95%
RECYCLE CONTENT
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Aquaculture/ Fishing Nets
Dyneema® Fishing Net Fibers
• High bite resistance – lowers maintenance
costs and fish loss
• Lighter weight reduces fuel consumption –
allows for larger net sizes
60%
LIGHTER THAN NYLON/ POLYESTER
70%
LIGHTER THAN STEEL
Lifting Slings
Dyneema® Fiber
• Facilitates heavy lift in harsh environments
• Accredited by DNV GL, ABS, Bureau Veritas
Mooring Lines
Dyneema® Mooring Rope Fibers
• Able to handle heavy loads common to
modern shipping
• Improves handling
• Reduces dock worker injuries
2x
SERVICE LIFE
Marine Infrastructure
2022 Revenue: $41M
Solar Power Station UV Solutions
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants
• Protects solar power panels from UV weathering and
outdoor exposure
• Meets critical performance standards
10%
ENERGY SAVINGS (VS.
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Hole diameters should be 1/32" (.8mm) larger in diameter
than the diameter of mounting bolts.
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PV 32
Opaque
CARBAZOLE
BS
C.I.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Stan-Tone RBX Product Bulletin.pdf
%
Pigment
Specific
Gravity
Color
Index
Heat
Stability Lightfastness System
RED
23EP06
Specialty Naphthol
BS
50 1.06 PR-170 2 I/O (Mass) C EPDM
25EP12 Red 2B, Ca Salt Bs 49 1.2 PR-48:2 2 I/O EPDM
26EP03 Pyrazolone YS 41 1.03 PR-38 2 C I/O EPDM
28EP02 Red 2B, Ba Salt YS 50 1.33 PR-48:1 2 I/O EPDM
82EP02 Iron Oxide, Dark VBS 59 1.7 PR-101 1 I/O EPDM
82EP04 Iron Oxide, Light VYS 60 1.73 PR-101 1 I/O EPDM
BLUE
40MB05 (c) Phthalocyanine GS 48 1.19 PB-15:3 1 I/O SBR
40MB08 (c) Phthalocyanine RS 52 1.27 PB-15 1 I/O SBR
40MB10 (c)
Phthalocyanine
RS-NC
48 1.22 PB-15:1 1 I/O SBR
40MB02 Ultramarine 51 1.35 PB-29 1 I/O SBR
40EP05 Phthalocyanine GS 44 1.14 PB-15:3 1 I/O EPDM
40EP08 Phthalocyanine RS 49 1.23 PB-15 1 I/O EPDM
40EP10
Phthalocyanine
RS-NC
48 1.11 PB-15:1 1 I/O EPDM
42EP02 Ultramarine GS 50 1.27 PB-29 1 I/O EPDM
GREEN
50MB05 Blend (Yellow/Blue) 48 1.21 N/A 3 I SBR
51MB01 (c)
Phthalo Brominated
VYS
50 1.4 PG-36 1 I/O SBR
51MB03 (c) Phthalocyanine YS 47 1.34 PG-7 1 I/O SBR
51MB05 (c) Phthalocyanine BS 50 1.46 PG-7 1 I/O SBR
59MB01 Chromium Oxide 69 2.17 PG-17 1 I/O SBR
50EP05 Blend (Yellow/Blue) 48 1.16 N/A 3 I EPDM
51EP01
Phthalo Brominated
VYS
44 1.37 PG-36 1 I/O EPDM
51EP03 Phthalocyanine YS 47 1.33 PG-7 1 I/O EPDM
51EP05 Phthalocyanine Bs 45 1.37 PG-7 1 I/O EPDM
59EP01 Chromium Oxide 71 2.12 PG-17 1 I/O EPDM
VIOLET/MAGENTA
24MB03 Quinacridone Violet 30 1.06 PV-19 2 I/O SBR
24MB04 Ultramarine Violet 60 1.59 PV-15 1 I/O SBR
24MB06 Benzimidazolone 40 1.08 PV-32 2 I/O SBR
24MB07 Carbazole Violet 40 1.25 PV-23 2 I/O SBR
24EP03 Quinacridone Violet 31 1 PV-19 2 I/O EPDM
24EP07 Carbazole Violet 14 1.34 PV-23 2 I/O EPDM
Stan-Tone
Code
Pigment
Type
Approx. %
Pigment
Specific
Gravity
Color
Index
Heat
Stability Lightfastness System
BROWN
83MB01 (c) Iron Oxide, Tan HR 60 1.78 PBr-11 1 I/O SBR
83MB02 (c) Iron Oxide, Light 68 2.1 PBr-6 2 C I/O SBR
83MB03 (c) Iron Oxide, Dark 60 1.83 PBr-6 2 C I/O SBR
83EP02 Iron Oxide, Light 69 1.98 PBr-6 2 C I/O EPDM
83EP03 Iron Oxide, Dark 69 1.98 PBr-6 2 C I/O EPDM
BLACK
90MB01 (c) Furnace N-330 31 1.2 PBk-7 1 I/O SBR
90MB05 (c) Iron Oxide 60 1.8 PBk-11 2 C I/O SBR
90EP01 Furnace Black 33 1.05 PBk-7 1 I/O EPDM
90EP05 Iron Oxide 55 1.56 PBk-11 2 C I/O EPDM
ALUMINUM
61MB01 Aluminum 70 1.5 PM-1 1 I/O SBR
61EP01 Aluminum 60 1.31 PM-1 1 I/O EPDM
RS = Red Shade
YS = Yellow Shade
VYS = Very Yellow Shade
BS = Blue Shade
VBS = Very Blue Shade
GS = Green Shade
NC = Non-Crystallizing
HR = Heat-Resistant
(a) = Potential Migration at Low Use Levels
(b) = Poor Alkali Resistance - Not Recommended
for Open Steam Cure
(c) = Six Month Shelf Life
LIGHTFASTNESS
I = Indoor Only
I/O = Indoor or Outdoor
Mass = Outdoor Masstone Application Only
C = Some Caution Advised
HEAT STABILITY
1 = Above 400°F
2 = 350°F–400°F
3 = Below 350°F
C = Some Caution Advised
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S&P 500
All time high of
$43.34
July 1st, 2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 8
2006 2014 YTD 2015
“Where we were” “Where we are” Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.2% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 11.8% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 7.1% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 8.0% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.0% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 66% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* 5.0% 9.9% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 40% Double Digit Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
(Est. in 2012)
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
Bridge to $2.50 Adjusted EPS by 2015
2015 EPS: $2.50
2013 EPS: $1.31
Continued Gross Margin
Expansion
Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartech Accretion
Incremental Share Buybacks
Ongoing LSS Programs
(50-100 bps/yr)
Accelerated Innovation
& Mix Improvement Several Levers to
Drive Growth
Mid Single Digit Revenue CAGR
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$53
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index
Progression*
14.3%
30.7%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
19.5%
43.0%
2006 2013
Specialty Vitality Index Target ≥ 35%
PolyOne Corporation Page 11
Prototype Frame
Opportunity
Scale-up &
Test Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
Phase
1
Phase
2
Phase
3
Phase
4
Phase
5
4
11
5
10
6
9
3 4 2
15
9
1
10
4
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
A Rich Pipeline of Opportunity*
Number of Projects 25 14 19 17 18 93
Addressable Market
($ millions)
TBD TBD $800 $450 $450 $1,700
*Pipeline as of May 29, 2014 as presented during our Innovation Day
PolyOne Corporation Page 12
Healthcare
Consumer
Packaging and Additive Technology
Transportation
Unique and Innovative Solutions
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PolyOne Corporation Page 13
Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets
Decreasing
Dependence
on Fossil
Fuels
Protecting
the
Environment
Improving
Health and
Wellness
Megatrend End Markets
Globalizing
and
Localizing
Health &
Wellness
Transportation
Packaging
Consumer
PolyOne Corporation Page 14
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 2014
Pension Funding**
As of June 30, 2014
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding – 6/30/14
Net Debt / EBITDA* = 1.8x
$48
$317
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of June 30, 2014
($ millions)
Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
** includes US-qualified pension plans only *TTM 6/30/2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
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 1.8 million shares in
Q2 2014
Repurchased 8.2 million
shares since early 2013
11.8 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 16
PolyOne Core Values
Innovation
Collaboration
Excellence
PolyOne Corporation Page 17
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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S&P 500
All time high of
$42.47
June 6th, 2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
2006 Q1 2014 2015
“Where we were” “Where we are” Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 13.8% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials
1.1% 11.6% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 6.5% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions
5.5% 7.7% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.1% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income
6.0% 64% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* 5.0% 9.4% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 42%
Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
Bridge to $2.50 Adjusted EPS by 2015
2015 EPS: $2.50
2013 EPS: $1.31
Continued Gross Margin
Expansion
Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartech Accretion
Incremental Share Buybacks
Ongoing LSS Programs
(50-100 bps/yr)
Accelerated Innovation
& Mix Improvement
Several Levers to
Drive Growth
Mid Single Digit Revenue CAGR
PolyOne Corporation Page 11
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$53
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index
Progression*
14.3%
30.7%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
19.5%
43.0%
2006 2013
Specialty Vitality Index Target ≥ 35%
PolyOne Corporation Page 12
Healthcare
Consumer
Packaging and Additive Technology
Transportation
Unique and Innovative Solutions
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PolyOne Corporation Page 13
Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets
Decreasing
Dependence
on Fossil
Fuels
Protecting
the
Environment
Improving
Health and
Wellness
Megatrend End Markets
Globalizing
and
Localizing
Health &
Wellness
Transportation
Packaging
Consumer
PolyOne Corporation Page 14
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 2014
Pension Funding**
As of March 31, 2014
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%
** includes US-qualified pension plans only *TTM 3/31/2014
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
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 16
Formula for Success
Innovation
Market
Beating
Performance
Excellence in Execution
PolyOne Corporation Page 17
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/POL%2520IR%2520Presentation%2520GS%2520w%2520non%2520GAAP%25205_21_14.pdf
S&P 500
All time high of
$39.55
May 13th, 2014
Page 8
2006 Q1 2014 2015
“Where we were” “Where we are” Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 13.8% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 11.6% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 6.5% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 7.7% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.1% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 64% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* 5.0% 9.4% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 42% Double Digit Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
Page 9
Bridge to $2.50 Adjusted EPS by 2015
2015 EPS: $2.50
2013 EPS: $1.31
Continued Gross Margin
Expansion
Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartech Accretion
Incremental share buybacks
Ongoing LSS Programs
(50-100 bps/yr)
Accelerated Innovation
& Mix Improvement Several Levers to
Drive Growth
Mid single digit revenue CAGR
Page 10
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
Page 11
$20
$53
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
14.3%
30.7%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
19.5%
43.0%
2006 2013
Healthcare
Consumer
Packaging and Additive Technology
Transportation
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Unique and Innovative Solutions
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2008 2014
Pension Funding**
As of March 31, 2014
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding – 3/31/14
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$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
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Debt Maturities
As of March 31, 2014
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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
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The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
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Roles
such as Customer Ser vice Representatives,
Product Managers and Marketing Associates
learn the techniques and skills required to
both solve customers’ urgent sustainability
challenges, as well as uncover the more
latent opportunities that will drive value for
customers, consumers and communities well
into the future.
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Talent Development Programs
Leadership Development
Avient’s Leadership Development Programs have been central to attracting, retaining and developing
top talent.
Global Compact
Engaging with Our Stakeholders
Strong Foundation,
Confident Future
Who We Are
What We Do:
Materials Science
Revenue by
Geography and
End Market
Where We Are: Global Locations
Avient’s
Support for Communities and Customers
Message from Avient’s
VP of Sustainability
Environmental, Health & Safety
Safety First
Occupational Safety & Health
Continuous
Improvement
Performance:
Metrics & Monitoring
Security
Training and Development
Diversity & Inclusion
Employee
Resource Groups (ERGs) at Avient
Associate Benefits
Awards & Recognition Programs
Workforce Demographics
Human Rights
Health and Wellness
Career Training and
Performance Feedback
Operational and Commercial
Excellence Training
Talent Development Programs
Talent Acquisition and Early Talent Programs
Becoming an Even Better
Place to Work
PRODUCTS
Innovating for a Sustainable Future
Enabling
Sustainability for Our
Customers
How Our Products Enable Sustainability
2023 Sustainability Innovation Awards
Product Stewardship
Product Excellence
Global Chemical Management
Supplier Collaboration
Supplier Evaluation
Strategic Partnerships and Alliances
PLANET
Protecting Our Planet
Climate Change
Reducing Emissions Across Our Value Chain
Climate Risks & Opportunities
Waste: Preventing, Minimizing, Eliminating
Eliminating Plastic Waste
Clean-Up and Remediation
Water Stewardship
Biodiversity
Conventional
Air Emissions
Committed to the Planet
Community Service and Charitable Contributions
Earth Day Photo Contest
PERFORMANCE
Performance Overview
Sustainable
Solutions
Performance
The Highest Ethical Standards
Compliance
and Training
Programs
Ethics Hotline and Reporting
Enterprise Risk Management
Board of Directors Governance
Board of Directors
Policies & Guidelines
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both solve customers’ urgent sustainability
challenges, as well as uncover the more
latent opportunities that will drive value for
customers, consumers and communities well
into the future.
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Talent Development Programs
Leadership Development
Avient’s Leadership Development Programs have been central to attracting, retaining and developing
top talent.
Global Compact
Engaging with Our Stakeholders
Strong Foundation,
Confident Future
Who We Are
What We Do:
Materials Science
Revenue by
Geography and
End Market
Where We Are: Global Locations
Avient’s
Support for Communities and Customers
Message from Avient’s
VP of Sustainability
Environmental, Health & Safety
Safety First
Occupational Safety & Health
Continuous
Improvement
Performance:
Metrics & Monitoring
Security
Training and Development
Diversity & Inclusion
Employee
Resource Groups (ERGs) at Avient
Associate Benefits
Awards & Recognition Programs
Workforce Demographics
Human Rights
Health and Wellness
Career Training and
Performance Feedback
Operational and Commercial
Excellence Training
Talent Development Programs
Talent Acquisition and Early Talent Programs
Becoming an Even Better
Place to Work
PRODUCTS
Innovating for a Sustainable Future
Enabling
Sustainability for Our
Customers
How Our Products Enable Sustainability
2023 Sustainability Innovation Awards
Product Stewardship
Product Excellence
Global Chemical Management
Supplier Collaboration
Supplier Evaluation
Strategic Partnerships and Alliances
PLANET
Protecting Our Planet
Climate Change
Reducing Emissions Across Our Value Chain
Climate Risks & Opportunities
Waste: Preventing, Minimizing, Eliminating
Eliminating Plastic Waste
Clean-Up and Remediation
Water Stewardship
Biodiversity
Conventional
Air Emissions
Committed to the Planet
Community Service and Charitable Contributions
Earth Day Photo Contest
PERFORMANCE
Performance Overview
Sustainable
Solutions
Performance
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Compliance
and Training
Programs
Ethics Hotline and Reporting
Enterprise Risk Management
Board of Directors Governance
Board of Directors
Policies & Guidelines
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