Smart Molding International 1-2023

13 www.smart-molding.com newsfeed Eastman board elected new director The Board of Directors of Eastman Chemical Company on February 3, 2023 elected Ms. Linnie M. Haynesworth as a director. Haynesworth was most recently the sector vice president and general manager of the Cyber and Intelligence Mission Solutions Division for Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NGC) Mission Systems Sector, where she was responsible for multiple $1 billion-plus divisions. Haynesworth has more than 30 years of industry experience in technology, including aerospace, intelligence and cybersecurity systems. She served as NGC’s division vice president for Aerospace Products and led large space program efforts. Haynesworth also held various senior- level roles at NGC within the areas of program management, supply chain, subcontract technical management and engineering, and served as the executive co-chair of the NGC ’s Women in Leadership program. “We are pleased to welcome Linnie to Eastman’s Board of Directors,” saidMark Costa, Board Chair and CEO. “Linnie is a proven executive business leader who has demonstrated expertise in cyber security governance, enterprise strategy, large complex systemdevelopment, and disruptive technology. We look forward to benefiting from her unique skills and extensive experience.” In addition to her position on Eastman’s board of directors, Haynesworth currently serves on the boards of Micron Technology, Inc., Truist Financial Corporation, and Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Haynesworth received a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California. Eastman www.eastman.com Klöckner Pentaplast Group announcement – executive leadership changes Klöckner Pentaplast, a global leader in recycled content products and high barrier protective packaging, today announces that going into Scott Tracey’s fifth year with the company, the time has come for him to repatriate to the USA, and as such he is stepping down from his role as CEO. Scott will continue to partner with SVP and will remain a resource to the Board at the company. The company would like to thank Scott for his significant contribution to Klöckner Pentaplast during his tenure, where he has led the business through challenging times with continued strong performance. The Board initiated a thorough succession plan over the last four months and is delighted to announce the appointment of Roberto Villaquiran as its new CEO, effective 3rd April. Scott will work closely with Roberto to ensure a successful handover of the business over the coming months. Roberto will join Klöckner Pentaplast from Canpack Group, where he served as CEO for the last four years. Prior to Canpack, Roberto also served as CEO of Logoplaste, following an over thirty-year tenure with Smurfit Kappa, a global market leader in the packaging industry. Roberto brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge of the industry and a solid track record of business growth and transformation. Scott Tracey, Chief Executive Officer of Klöckner Pentaplast, commented: “I amproud of the teamaccomplishments over my tenure and pleased to continue to partner with SVP as a Board level resource. I am excited to welcome our new CEO to Klöckner Pentaplast, knowing that he is an ideal fit for the company to further drive growth and value. I am very confident of the future for the company.” Roberto Villaquiran, incoming CEO, commented: “I am excited to be joining Klöckner Pentaplast and very much look forward to working with the team, as well as partnering with customers and suppliers as we continue to develop and grow the business together.” Klöckner Pentaplast www.kpfilms.com Linnie M. Haynesworth (photo: Eastman) Scott Tracey (photo: Klöckner Pentaplast)