Chemours Co. Welcomes Leslie M. Turner to Its Board of Directors

Leslie M. Turner brings a wealth of experience to Chemours, having spent decades advising corporate executives, government leaders, and Board members on various legal and governance matters. Turner’s impressive career began in 1985 when she worked as a judicial law clerk for Chief Judge William C. Pryor at the D.C. Court of Appeals. She then progressed to a litigation associate at the distinguished global law firm Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, where she eventually became a partner.

Turner’s public sector experience is equally notable; she served in several key roles within the U.S. Department of the Interior from 1993 to 1996. Notably, she was the assistant secretary for the Office of Territorial and International Affairs and later provided counsel to Secretary Bruce Babbitt.

Further enhancing her credentials, Turner held pivotal legal positions at The Coca-Cola Company and The Hershey Company. At Coca-Cola, she served as associate general counsel for the bottling investment group before moving on to general counsel for Coca-Cola North America. She concluded her corporate legal career at Hershey as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary.

Dawn Farrell, Chemours’ Board Chair, expressed confidence in Turner’s ability to contribute significantly to the company’s governance. “Turner’s extensive experience with corporate governance and her proven track record of success in navigating complex legal, regulatory, geopolitical, and business environments speaks for itself,” said Farrell. “She brings additive skills and a range of new perspectives to the Chemours Board that will prove invaluable as Chemours continues to drive its refreshed business strategy, Pathway to Thrive, and create long-term shareholder value.”

In addition to her new role at Chemours, Turner is actively involved in various boards, including FirstEnergy Corporation and several non-profit organizations such as Georgetown University, Stillman College, Manor College, and The Bay Park Conservancy. She holds a Bachelor of Science from New York University, a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center, and a Master of Laws in Law and Government from American University’s Washington College of Law.

Chemours also used this opportunity to announce that it will revert to its regular annual meeting calendar for 2025. The Annual Meeting of Shareholders is scheduled for April 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This return to a traditional schedule aims to enhance shareholder engagement and transparency regarding company operations and strategic direction.

The Chemours Company is a global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, offering a wide array of products across numerous markets, including coatings, plastics, refrigeration, and air conditioning. With its headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, Chemours operates approximately 28 manufacturing sites and employs around 6,100 individuals. The company serves approximately 2,700 customers across 110 countries, delivering innovative chemistry-based solutions through its brands such as Opteon™, Teflon™, and Viton™.

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Leslie M. Turner’s appointment to Chemours’ Board of Directors marks a pivotal moment for the company as it seeks to navigate the complexities of the global chemical market while enhancing its governance framework. With her extensive background and proven expertise, Turner is poised to contribute significantly to Chemours’ ongoing mission to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.