Avient Corporation Welcomes David N. Schneider as New President
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), a prominent innovator in materials solutions, is excited to announce that David N. Schneider has joined the team as Senior Vice President and President of the Specialty Engineered Materials division. He takes over the role from Christopher L. Pederson, who recently retired after a successful seven-year tenure.
David N. Schneider: A Veteran in Specialty Materials
Mr. Schneider brings over thirty years of valuable experience in specialty materials, having held significant positions at 3M. His career spans diverse industries such as semiconductors, automotive, electronics, healthcare, and industrial markets. Most recently, he excelled as Global Business Vice President for the Electronics Materials Solutions Division at 3M, where he was instrumental in driving growth and enhancing operational performance across a complex global portfolio.
Career Journey and Expertise
Starting in process engineering and manufacturing, Mr. Schneider has successfully navigated through product management, business development, and P&L leadership roles. He has also overseen mergers and acquisitions, focusing on integration, synergy capture, and overall value creation for significant global business units. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and certification as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
Leadership Insight from Dr. Ashish Khandpur
Dr. Ashish Khandpur, Chairman, President, and CEO of Avient Corporation, shared his enthusiasm about Mr. Schneider's appointment, stating, "Dave is a customer-first, innovation-focused leader with a history of driving sustainable organic topline growth with margin expansion on the bottom line. Throughout his career, he has built high-performing teams, accelerated product innovation, and deepened customer partnerships across various industries. I am very pleased that he has joined Avient to lead our Specialty Engineered Materials business to deliver on growth opportunities, both in our existing core business and in our new product platforms in development."
Schneider’s Vision for the Future
Expressing his excitement about this new role, Mr. Schneider noted, "I'm thrilled to be joining such a collaborative, can-do team culture. This team's dedication to customer focus and scaling differentiated technologies that align with secular trends is truly inspiring. I firmly believe in Avient's strategic direction, the strength of its leadership team, and the substantial upside for growth and value creation that lies ahead."
About Avient Corporation
Avient Corporation's purpose is to be an innovator of materials solutions that empower customers while promoting a sustainable world. The company prides itself on its local touch and customer engagement, marrying these qualities with a robust global presence to serve its clients effectively. With a workforce of over 9,000 employees globally, Avient fosters collaboration and harnesses the collective ingenuity of its team to overcome challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving market landscape.
The company’s expanding portfolio includes colorants, advanced composites, functional additives, engineered materials, and Dyneema®, the world's strongest fiber™. By aligning their wide-ranging technologies with customer product roadmaps, Avient creates differentiated and high-performance solutions that enhance sustainability and improve overall product performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What role has David N. Schneider assumed at Avient Corporation?
David N. Schneider has joined Avient as the Senior Vice President and President of Specialty Engineered Materials.
What experience does Schneider bring to Avient?
Schneider has over three decades of experience in specialty materials, primarily from his time at 3M, where he held various leadership roles related to electronics and materials solutions.
Who did Schneider succeed at Avient Corporation?
David N. Schneider succeeded Christopher L. Pederson, who retired from the position after seven years of service.
What is Avient Corporation's mission?
Avient aims to innovate materials solutions that help customers succeed while enabling a more sustainable world.
What products does Avient offer?
Avient’s offerings include colorants, advanced composites, functional additives, engineered materials, and Dyneema®, among others.
