David N. Schneider serves as Senior Vice President and President of Specialty Engineered Materials (SEM) at Avient Corporation, a global leader in sustainable specialty engineered materials. In this pivotal role, he leads the SEM segment, which specializes in advanced polymer formulations, compounding services, and tailored solutions for high-growth markets such as healthcare, electric vehicles, consumer goods, and packaging. Schneider drives strategic initiatives focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric growth, leveraging Avient's expertise to deliver high-performance materials that meet evolving industry demands. Schneider joined PolyOne Corporation (now Avient) in 2010 as Business Director for Americas Color, Masterbatch, and Additives, quickly advancing through key leadership positions. His career progression included General Manager of the Americas Color, Additives, and Inks business, Vice President of Global Color, Additives, and Inks, and President of the Color, Additives, and Inks (CAI) segment. Prior to PolyOne, he held progressive roles at GE Plastics and Bayer Corporation, accumulating over 25 years of experience in specialty chemicals and engineered materials. Under Schneider's leadership, the CAI and SEM businesses have achieved double-digit growth, expanded global market share through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, and pioneered sustainable innovations like bio-based compounds and recycled content solutions. His contributions have been instrumental in positioning Avient as a frontrunner in the transition to a circular economy, earning industry recognition for operational excellence and customer value delivery.