- Axiall (NYSE:AXLL +3.1%) says Paul Carrico has retired as President, CEO and a board member, effective immediately, with no explanation given.
- Timothy Mann Jr., executive VP of strategy, general counsel and secretary, will serve as interim President and CEO.
- Franklin Resources, which owns a 6% active stake in AXLL, has said it believes the company should be more aggressive in taking actions to increase stockholder value.