Company: AVNT
Filing Date: 2025-03-27
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001122976-25-000019
Chunk: 8

Company: AVIENT CORP
Filing Date: 2025-03-27
Form: DEF 14A
Chunk 8
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 to building additional capabilities within our organization to meet the changing needs of our customers and the dynamic macro environment in which we operate. As of December 31, 2024, Avient employed approximately 9,200 people, 34% of which were located in the U.S. and Canada, 33% were located in EMEA, 26% were located in Asia, and 7% were located in Latin America.

Safety and Health

A top priority at Avient is the safety and health of our employees, and our ultimate goal is to operate injury free. Progress toward this goal is measured at the business unit and regional levels, communicated globally, and linked to a number of recognition programs. In 2024, we had our safest year ever with a record low recordable incident rate. Continuous improvement and preventative risk reductions are key focus areas, and in 2024, one of our annual incentive plan metrics measured the engagement of our employees in safety activities. We also continue to be recognized as an American Chemistry Counsel Responsible Care® company and set high standards for our operations as we strive to achieve our goal of zero recordable injuries.

Employee Recruitment

Avient’s success is driven by having the best talent in the right roles. We actively seek collaborative and innovative change-makers who are passionate about our strategy and values through numerous channels, including employee referrals, job fairs, talent networks, industry associations, and directly from universities.

Belonging and Impact

We recognize the benefits that a sense of belonging brings to our organization, including delivering better business outcomes. Our talented people leverage their unique backgrounds across a myriad of aspects and

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#### OUR PURPOSE AND STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK
skills toward a common goal: meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. This spirit of collaboration can be felt throughout our Company. It drives the innovation that earns us leadership positions in the markets we serve and underpins the high level of respect we show each other every day.

We leverage Employee Resource Groups to help educate and inspire our global workforce and fortify strong business practices. Employee Resource Groups are open to all Avient employees and are designed to create a workplace that promotes a sense of belonging and strengthens our culture.

Compensation and Benefits Programs

We strive to remain competitive in the global marketplace and provide foundational rewards to attract and retain top talent. In general, our overall philosophy on compensation encompasses the following principles