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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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 FORM 8-K
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CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15 (d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 22, 2025
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FMC CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Delaware1-237694-0479804
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
2929 Walnut StreetPhiladelphiaPennsylvania19104
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 215-299-6000
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.10 per shareFMCNew York Stock Exchange

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13 (a) of the Exchange Act.
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ITEM 5.02. DEPARTURE OF DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS; ELECTION OF DIRECTORS; APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS; COMPENSATORY ARRANGEMENTS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS
Retirement of Michael F. Reilly as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary
On April 22, 2025, FMC Corporation (“FMC” or the “Company”) announced that Mr. Michael F. Reilly will retire from his positions as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary of the Company effective June 1, 2025, and retire fully from the Company effective July 1, 2025. Mr. Reilly joined FMC in 2002 as group counsel for the Agricultural Solutions business and has served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary since 2019.
Appointment of Sara Velazquez Ponessa as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
On April 22, 2025, the Company announced that Sara Velazquez Ponessa has been named Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary succeeding Mr. Reilly, effective June 1, 2025.
Ponessa brings a wealth of relevant experience to her new role, having previously served as senior business counsel at FMC from 2012 to 2018. Following her time at FMC, she served as the first general counsel and secretary of Livent Corporation, where she led the legal aspects of the company's successful 2018 initial public offering (IPO) and its 2019 spinoff from FMC Corporation. Most recently, Ponessa served as vice president, general counsel and secretary at Arcadium Lithium plc, where she directed the global legal and compliance functions for the lithium chemicals company. Ponessa earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Spanish from Rutgers College. She has been actively involved in various legal organizations, including the Hispanic National Bar Association and the Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania.
ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
(d) Exhibits
99.1    Press Release, dated April 22, 2025




SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
FMC CORPORATION
(Registrant)
By:/s/ MICHAEL F. REILLY
Michael F. Reilly
Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Secretary
Date: April 22, 2025




Exhibit 99.1

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FMC Corporation
2929 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
USA
News Release215.299.6000
fmc.com
For Release: Immediate
Media contact: Kaitlin O’Shaughnessy
+1.215.299.6405
[email protected]
Investor Contact: Curt Brooks
 +1.215.299.6137
[email protected]

FMC Corporation names Sara Velazquez Ponessa as new general counsel
Michael F. Reilly to retire after 23 years with the Company
PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2025 – FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) leading global agricultural sciences company, announced today the appointment of Sara Velazquez Ponessa as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, effective June 1, 2025. Ponessa will succeed Michael F. Reilly, who will retire effective July 1, 2025.
Reilly's career at FMC spans more than two decades, beginning in 2002 when he joined as group counsel for the Agricultural Solutions business. Throughout his tenure, he advanced through positions of increasing responsibility, culminating in his appointment as executive vice president, general counsel and secretary in April 2019. Under his leadership, FMC successfully navigated its transformation into a focused agricultural sciences company, executing numerous strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and divestitures that have shaped the company's current position in the market. Prior to FMC, Reilly built his expertise through legal roles at Zeneca Inc., Zeneca Ag Products, Inc. and Syngenta Corporation, as well as in private practice at Sidley & Austin and Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll.
"Michael has been an invaluable member of our executive team and a trusted advisor throughout his career at FMC," said Pierre Brondeau, chairman and chief executive officer, FMC Corporation. "His thoughtful counsel, unwavering integrity, and strategic insight have been instrumental in guiding FMC through significant transformations. We are grateful for his many contributions and wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement."

Page 2 | FMC Corporation names Sara Velazquez Ponessa as new general counsel
Ponessa brings a wealth of relevant experience to her new role, having previously served as senior business counsel at FMC from 2012 to 2018. Following her time at FMC, she served as the first general counsel and secretary of Livent Corporation, where she led the legal aspects of the company's successful 2018 initial public offering (IPO) and its 2019 spinoff from FMC Corporation. Most recently, Ponessa served as vice president, general counsel and secretary at Arcadium Lithium plc, where she directed the global legal and compliance functions for the lithium chemicals company.
"Sara brings exceptional experience and a strong track record to the general counsel role," said Brondeau. "Her previous tenure at FMC, combined with her leadership experience at Livent and Arcadium Lithium, provides her with a unique perspective and a deep understanding of our business. Sara's proven ability to navigate complex legal and business challenges, along with her commitment to excellence, makes her the ideal person to lead our global legal and compliance functions. We are pleased to welcome her back to FMC."
Ponessa earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Spanish from Rutgers College. She has been actively involved in various legal organizations, including the Hispanic National Bar Association and the Hispanic Bar Association of Pennsylvania.
Beginning April 28, Reilly will actively support Ponessa in assuming her new responsibilities to ensure a smooth transition.
About FMC
FMC Corporation is a global agricultural sciences company dedicated to helping growers produce food, feed, fiber and fuel for an expanding world population while adapting to a changing environment. FMC’s innovative crop protection solutions – including biologicals, crop nutrition, digital and precision agriculture – enable growers and crop advisers to address their toughest challenges economically while protecting the environment. FMC is committed to discovering new herbicide, insecticide and fungicide active ingredients, product formulations and pioneering technologies that are consistently better for the planet. Visit fmc.com to learn more and follow us on LinkedIn®.
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