Hexion Joins Human Rights Campaign’s Business Coalition for the Equality Act

Company to recognize LGBTQ associates and allies during Pride Month in June

COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hexion Inc., a leading producer of adhesives, coatings and composite resins, today announced that it has joined the Human Rights Campaign’s Business Coalition for the Equality Act.

This group of more than 400 leading U.S. employers supports federal legislation that would provide the same basic protections to LGBTQ people as are provided to other protected groups under federal law.

“At Hexion, we are committed to acknowledging the diversity of our associates, treating one another with dignity and respect, and creating an inclusive environment where all associates can show up as their authentic selves, positioned to do their best work,” said Craig Rogerson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We are proud to join the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, which is pursuing federal legislation that extends the same basic protections to LGBTQ people as are provided to other protected groups.”

In addition to joining the Business Coalition for the Equality Act, Hexion is recognizing its LGBTQ associates, and their allies, in a variety of ways during LGBTQ Month. This includes sponsoring and participating in the LGBTQ+ Summit, organized by the National Diversity Council.

About the Company

Based in Columbus, Ohio, Hexion Inc. is a global leader in thermoset resins. Hexion Inc. serves the global adhesive, coatings, composites and industrial markets through a broad range of thermoset technologies, specialty products and technical support for customers in a diverse range of applications and industries. Additional information about Hexion Inc., its products and sustainability is available at www.hexion.com.