Andrew O. Smith

Andrew O. Smith has served as a director of the Company since August 6, 2015. Since 2019, he has been the President and Chief Executive Officer for Yenkin-Majestic Paint Corporation/OPC Polymers (“YM/OPC”), a privately held manufacturer of coatings resins, architectural paints, and industrial coatings serving industrial and retail customers primarily in North America. Before joining YM/OPC in 1995, Mr. Smith served as a principal in several entrepreneurial businesses, after beginning his career as a management consultant in the strategy practice of Booz · Allen & Hamilton, where he advised major industrial and financial corporations. In his current position, Mr. Smith oversees three operating divisions with responsibility for manufacturing, finance, information technology, legal, research and development and strategic planning. He also serves on the Board of YM/OPC, the Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions, and several other non-profit organizations. Mr. Smith has extensive experience in manufacturing and materials development, knowledge of supply chain and logistics and extensive experience analyzing financial statements. He is a member of the bar of the State of New York and active in professional organizations including the National Association of Manufacturers and the American Coatings Association. Mr. Smith has a law degree and a Master’s degree in Business Administration both from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the Wharton School of Business, both at the University of Pennsylvania. As a result of these and other professional experiences, the Board of Directors has concluded that Mr. Smith should serve as a director because of his in-depth insight and knowledge about manufacturing, materials technology, and executive leadership.