Power of Attorney for David Nickolas Schneider

The filing is a Power of Attorney document for David Nickolas Schneider, who serves as the Senior Vice President and President of SEM at Avient Corporation. The document was signed by Robert K. James on behalf of Schneider on September 12, 2025. The filing indicates that Schneider holds no securities in the company. This document is part of the company's compliance with SEC regulations regarding executive authority and representation.