Ink World staff10.05.20
Avient Corporation announced that Cathy K. Dodd has been appointed to senior VP, president of Distribution.
She replaces Scott Horn who is retiring after a 39-year career.
With 2019 sales of $1.2 billion, Avient Distribution represents the world's leading thermoplastic resin suppliers, serving more than 6,000 processors and OEMs throughout North America and Asia.
"We're very pleased for Cathy to expand her valuable contributions to our customers as the new leader of our world-class distribution business," said Robert M. Patterson, chairman, president and CEO, Avient. "Her expertise in product development, speed-to-market, and industry trends will provide our customers and suppliers immeasurable value as their trusted partner."
Dodd joined Avient in 2014 as VP of marketing, where she led efforts to capture and communicate the immense value that Avient brings to customers and the full suite of innovative materials and services that enable their sustainability goals.
She more recently was promoted to chief commercial officer, where she was also responsible for Corporate Technology and Sales Excellence.
Her significant accomplishments include the company's transition to a more virtual customer service model, expansion of inside sales function and the global launch of the Avient brand.
Prior to Avient, Dodd served in various roles at Eastman Chemical Company, Honeywell and Ashland Oil.
"I'm extremely proud to lead our distribution business and exceptional team, represent our blue-chip line card of suppliers and serve our customers during this dynamic time," said Dodd.
"As Cathy transitions into the role, we offer our sincere thanks and best wishes to Scott Horn as he enters retirement. Scott has been a long-time leader and highly-respected voice in our industry, while proudly serving Avient customers through world-class service," Patterson added.