Eastman Chemical Appoints Damon Audia to Board of Directors

Eastman Chemical Company has appointed Damon Audia as a director to its Board of Directors. Audia is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AGCO Corporation, an $11.7 billion global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology. He brings extensive experience in finance and strategic acumen to Eastman, which is a global specialty materials company with a focus on enhancing the quality of life through innovation and sustainability.

Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has appointed Damon Audia as a new director to its Board of Directors. Audia currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at AGCO Corporation (NYSE:AGCO), a global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology with a market value of $11.7 billion.

Audia brings extensive experience in finance and strategic acumen to Eastman, a global specialty materials company. His appointment was announced by Mark Costa, Board Chair and CEO, who stated, "We are thrilled to welcome Damon to our Board of Directors. His extensive experience in finance and his strategic acumen will be invaluable as Eastman continues to pursue its vision of innovation and growth. Damon's leadership and deep understanding of business strategy and experience across diverse industries, including automotive and agriculture, will contribute significantly to our mission of delivering relevant and innovative solutions to our customers."

Prior to joining AGCO in 2022, Audia held key financial leadership roles at Kennametal Inc., Carpenter Technology Corporation, and The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. He began his career in the automotive industry with Delphi Corporation and General Motors. Audia holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelor’s degree in general studies from the University of Michigan.

Eastman, founded in 1920, is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in everyday items. The company is committed to enhancing the quality of life through innovation and sustainability. Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people worldwide and serves customers in over 100 countries. In 2024, the company reported revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.

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[1] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250627714554/en/Eastman-Board-Appoints-New-Director
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