BEACHWOOD, OH – OMNOVA Solutions Inc. announced that it is moving forward with its CEO succession process, and Kevin M. McMullen is stepping down as Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, and as a member of the board of directors, effective December 1, 2016, to pursue other interests. In over 16 years leading the company, McMullen succeeded in repositioning OMNOVA as a leader in specialty chemicals and engineered surfaces, including aggressive portfolio actions highlighted by the acquisition of Eliokem International.
Anne P. Noonan will succeed McMullen as OMNOVA’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2016. Noonan will also be appointed to the company's board of directors. In connection with this leadership transition, the board of directors has determined to separate the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer roles, electing William R. Seelbach as the company's independent, non-executive Chairman, also effective December 1, 2016.