HOUSTON, Aug. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Kraton Corporation (NYSE : KRA) (the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Ms. Billie I. Williamson, former Senior Global Client Serving Partner for Ernst & Young LLP, to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). the appointment is effective as of August 27, 2018.

“We are excited to welcome Billie to the Board,” said Dan F. Smith, the Company’s Chairman of the Board. “Billie will be an excellent complement to our existing Board, ensuring well-rounded and effective oversight. This appointment reflects our commitment to continuously reviewing the Board’s capabilities, strategically refreshing our Board’s talent, and increasing our Board’s diversity.”

Kevin M. Fogarty, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, added, “Billie will bring to the Board experience in manufacturing, financial acumen, knowledge of strategy and risk management, and a distinguished track record as an experienced leader. She joins Kraton at an exciting time and I am confident that she will provide valuable perspectives as Kraton continues its commitment to executing its strategy, driving profitability and enhancing shareholder value.”

Ms. Williamson served in various roles at Ernst & Young LLP (“EY”) from 1974 to 1993 and 1998 to 2011, most recently as Senior Global Client Service Partner. Ms. Williamson was also EY’s Americas Inclusiveness Officer, a member of its Americas Executive Board which functions as the Board of Directors for EY dealing with strategic and operational matters, and a member of the EY U.S. Executive Board. Ms. Williamson serves as a director of Pentair plc, XL Group Ltd. and Cushman & Wakefield plc. Ms. Williamson earned a BBA degree in accounting from Southern Methodist University.