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Mike Frank Appointed President and CEO of Avient Corporation

2 reports, 1 independent Updated Oct 12
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Avient Corporation named Mike Frank as its new President and CEO on October 12, 2026. Frank is a chemicals industry veteran who previously served as CEO of UPL Corp. since 2022. He succeeded Dr. Ashish K. Khandpur, who will remain in an advisory role until December 31, 2026. Frank also spent 25 years in senior leadership roles at Monsanto.

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The appointment brings a leader with extensive experience in global agricultural chemicals and solutions to Avient. Frank's background includes leading UPL and holding senior commercial roles at Monsanto, suggesting a focus on innovation and product pipeline expansion for the company.

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  • Mike FrankNew President and CEO of Avient Corporation
  • UPLFormer employer of Mike Frank, where he served as CEO since 2022
  • MonsantoCompany where Mike Frank held senior leadership roles for 25 years

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