The Board of Directors of Eastman Chemical Company has appointed Damon Audia as a Director. Audia is Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for AGCO Corporation, an $11.7 billion global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology.

“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,” said Mark Costa, Board Chair and CEO.

“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.”