Avient Corporation Announces New Chief Financial Officer

Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), a leading innovator of materials solutions, has officially announced the promotion of Giuseppe (Joe) Di Salvo to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 1, 2026. This transition comes as current CFO Jamie A. Beggs departs the company to explore other opportunities.

Mr. Di Salvo's appointment marks a significant internal promotion, reflecting Avient's commitment to leveraging its existing talent. With a robust 25 years of financial experience, including nearly 15 years at Avient, Di Salvo is well-prepared to step into this crucial role. His extensive background encompasses investor relations, accounting, financial planning and analysis, and treasury operations. This rich experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of Avient's financial landscape and the key drivers of value creation within the company.

Dr. Ashish K. Khandpur, Chairman, President, and CEO of Avient, expressed his confidence in Di Salvo's capabilities: "We are pleased to promote Joe from within the organization to this important role and to our executive leadership team. Joe's deep institutional knowledge, strong relationships within the company and with our investors, and consistent delivery of results make him exceptionally well suited to lead our finance organization as we execute our strategy."

Prior to his promotion, Di Salvo served as Avient's Corporate Controller from 2013 to 2018, after which he transitioned into the role of Vice President of Investor Relations. In 2019, he expanded his responsibilities to include Treasury and Financial Planning and Analysis. His career began as a certified public accountant at Deloitte, and he holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

In his own words, Di Salvo remarked, "I'm honored to step into this role and energized by the opportunity to drive an even greater impact. I have deep confidence in Avient and the strategy we are executing, and I look forward to continuing to support the company's long-term growth and success."

Avient Corporation is dedicated to being an innovator of materials solutions that not only help customers succeed but also contribute to a sustainable world. With a workforce of over 9,000 employees globally, Avient emphasizes local engagement combined with a global presence to meet customer needs effectively. The company’s extensive portfolio includes colorants, advanced composites, functional additives, engineered materials, and Dyneema®, known as the world's strongest fiber™.

By integrating its diverse technologies with customer product strategies, Avient aims to create differentiated and high-performance solutions that address the challenges of a fast-evolving marketplace.

As Avient prepares for this transition in leadership, the promotion of Joe Di Salvo to CFO signifies a strategic move aimed at strengthening the company’s financial operations while continuing to drive innovation and growth. Stakeholders and investors alike will be watching closely to see how Di Salvo's extensive experience and insights will shape Avient's future as it navigates the complexities of the materials solutions industry.