Kraton names Prakash Kolluri President of Polymers Business

Kraton Corporation, a global producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased products, announced the appointment of Prakash Kolluri as President of the Polymer Business. Kolluri’s leadership will drive Kraton’s continued growth, innovation, and expansion into high-value markets. Kolluri brings a wealth of experience in the polymer industry, having held leadership positions previously at Kraton and Cariflex, a Kraton spin-off under DL Chemical. As CEO of Cariflex, he successfully led the company’s global expansion in isoprene rubber latex, strengthening its market leadership in medical and specialty applications.

In his new role as President of Kraton’s Polymer Business, Kolluri will focus on scaling operations, reducing complexity, driving innovation, and expanding the company’s presence in high-growth markets. “I am honored to return to Kraton and take on this new leadership role,” said Prakash Kolluri. “Kraton has a rich legacy of innovation in polymer solutions, and I look forward to working with our talented team to accelerate growth, enhance sustainability, and deliver value to our customers worldwide.”

Marcello Boldrini, CEO Kraton added: “We are thrilled to welcome Prakash back to Kraton. His deep industry expertise, strategic vision, and track record of successful global expansion make him the perfect leader to drive the next phase of growth for our Polymer Business.”

Kolluri’s appointment marks a significant step in Kraton’s commitment to strengthening its leadership in high-performance polymers, expanding into new markets, and driving innovation for sustainable solutions.