• 3M
  •  Overview
  • Last Modified:
  • March 25, 2025
  • Company type:
  • Public
  • Industry:
  • Business Services
  • Verified:
  • No
  • No of Employees:
  • 50 001 - 100 000
  • Stock Code:
  • MMM
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  • Turnover $50m + ?:
  • Yes
  • Headquarters:
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
  • Public Interest Score:
  • 750+

 

  • 3M
  • General Information

Description

3M is an American multinational conglomerate operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, healthcare, and consumer goods

3M is a company that applies science to create innovative solutions and products across various industries, aiming to improve lives and contribute to global sustainable development.

Founded in 1902 and headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, 3M has become one of the largest and most diversified industrial companies in the world.

Key Areas of Business:

  • Healthcare: 3M provides medical products and solutions like wound care, infection prevention, dental supplies, and surgical products.

  • Consumer Goods: Some of the most recognized consumer products include Post-it Notes, Scotch Tape, and Command Hooks.

  • Industrial Products: 3M manufactures abrasives, adhesives, and coatings for industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing.

  • Electronics & Energy: They develop products for electronics, including displays and materials for renewable energy applications like solar energy.

  • Safety & Graphics: 3M provides personal protective equipment (PPE) like respirators, as well as graphic materials for signage and vehicle wraps.

  • Chemicals & Materials: The company produces advanced materials for a variety of uses, including in the automotive and construction industries.

Innovation and Research:

3M invests heavily in research and development (R&D) and holds thousands of patents. It is known for technological innovations, often creating products that have transformed industries or everyday life. For example, the invention of Post-it Notes was an accident but became a staple of office life worldwide.

Global Presence:

3M operates in over 70 countries and has more than 90,000 employees worldwide. Its products are sold in more than 200 countries.

Sustainability:

The company has a strong commitment to sustainability, focusing on reducing its environmental footprint through energy-efficient practices, waste reduction, and sustainable product development.

Notable Achievements:

  • Patents: 3M has one of the largest patent portfolios globally.

  • Diverse Product Line: 3M has over 60,000 products in its catalog.

  • Global Recognition: It is consistently ranked among the most innovative companies in the world.

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  • Company Information
  • Company System Number:
  • 14726
  • Founded Year: 
  • 1902
  • Registration Number: 
  • 41-0417775
  • Country: 
  • United States of America
  • Stock Exchanges: 
    • New York Stock Exchange
  • Financial year end: 
  • December
  • No. of Countries operations: 
  • 70
  • Company Status: 
  • In Business
  • Industry Sub Category: 
  • Packaged Goods
  • Date listed on Stock Exchange: 
  • 14/01/1946

 

  • Contact Information
  • Business operation: 
  • 3M Co (3M) is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial products and solutions. The company's portfolio of products includes advanced materials, display materials and systems, home care, home improvement, stationery and office, personal safety, roofing granules, closure and masking systems and others.
  • Primary office: 
  • 3M Investor Relations Department Bldg. 223-02-N-20 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 United States

 

  • Additional Information
  • Listed?: 
  • Yes
  • Company secretary: 
  • Michael M. Dai
  • Reporting currency: 
  • USD
  • ISIN number (12 digit): 
NYSE
US88579Y1010
  • Authorised shares:
  • Issued shares:
  • 944 033 056
  • No of shareholders:
  • 1001 and more shareholders
  • No of shareholders holding 20%:
  • 0 shareholders
  • Number of shares traded
  • Per Year:
  • Per Quarter:
  • Per Month:

 

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Shareholders holding 5% +


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Credit Rating

NameLogoCountryHeadquartersRating
S and P Global RatingsUnited States of AmericaNew YorkBBB+

 

Countries Operations/ Offices


 

Company Directors

Name
Nationality
Age
Role
Qualification
Name

William

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
62
RoleNED
QualificationNot Available
Date Appointed: 01/03/2025
Duration:
1 year and 6 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Thomas K.

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
70
RoleNED
QualificationBME, Mecanical Engineering
Date Appointed: 01/01/2013
Duration:
13 years and 8 months
Independance: N
Profile
Name

Audrey

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
57
RoleNED
QualificationMBA
Date Appointed: 01/01/2023
Duration:
3 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Anne H.

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
58
RoleNED
QualificationHonorary Dr in Law, Econ and Commerce.
Date Appointed: 01/01/2023
Duration:
3 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

David

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
75
RoleNED
QualificationBBUS
Date Appointed: 01/01/2015
Duration:
11 years and 8 months
Independance: N
Profile
Name

James R.

Non Executive
NationalityUnited States of America
64
RoleNED
QualificationNot Availible
Date Appointed: 01/01/2021
Duration:
5 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Amy E.

Non Executive
NationalityUnited States of America
55
RoleNED
QualificationBachelor’s degree in Economics, MBA
Date Appointed: 01/01/2017
Duration:
9 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Suzan

Non Executive
NationalityUnited States of America
59
RoleNED
QualificationBA Economics, MBA
Date Appointed: 01/02/2022
Duration:
4 years and 7 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Gregory R.

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
72
RoleNED
QualificationBachelor's degree in Economics
Date Appointed: 01/01/2016
Duration:
10 years and 8 months
Independance: N
Profile
Name

Pedro J.

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
59
RoleNED
QualificationPh.D. in Chemistry
Date Appointed: 01/01/2023
Duration:
3 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile
Name

Thomas

Non Executive
NationalityAmerican
65
RoleNED
QualificationCPA
Date Appointed: 01/01/2023
Duration:
3 years and 8 months
Independance: Y
Profile

 

Directors Tenure

Name
Duration
Name

William Brown

Duration1 year and 6 months
Profile
Name

Thomas K. Brown

Duration13 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Audrey Choi

Duration3 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Anne H. Chow

Duration3 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

David Dillon

Duration11 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

James R. Fitterling

Duration5 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Amy E. Hood

Duration9 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Suzan Kereere

Duration4 years and 7 months
Profile
Name

Gregory R. Page

Duration10 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Pedro J. Pizarro

Duration3 years and 8 months
Profile
Name

Thomas Sweet

Duration3 years and 8 months
Profile

 

Director Experience

Name
Experience
Name

William

Experience Technology
Profile
Name

Thomas K.

Experience Automobile
Profile
Name

Audrey

Experience Financial Services
Profile
Name

Anne H.

Experience Technology, Financial Services
Profile
Name

David

Experience Retail
Profile
Name

James R.

Experience Other
Profile
Name

Amy E.

Experience Software and IT
Profile
Name

Suzan

Experience Banking, Financial Services
Profile
Name

Gregory R.

Experience Business Services
Profile
Name

Pedro J.

Experience Utilities
Profile
Name

Thomas

Experience Financial Services, Technology
Profile

 

Company Auditors

Name
Date Appointed
Years
Name

PwC

Date Appointed01/01/1975
Year51 years and 8 months
Profile

 

Company Past Directors

Name
ED/NED
Role
Name

Michael G.

ED/NEDExecutive
RolePresident
Date Appointed: 01/01/1993
Date Resigned: 01/05/2023
Profile
Name

Michael

ED/NEDExecutive
RoleCEO
Date Appointed: 01/01/2018
Date Resigned: 01/03/2025
Profile
Name

Pamela

ED/NEDNon Executive
RoleNED
Date Appointed: 01/05/2019
Date Resigned: 01/05/2023
Profile
Name

Michael L.

ED/NEDNon Executive
RoleNED
Date Appointed: 01/01/2012
Date Resigned: 14/05/2024
Profile

 

Company Committees

Name

William Brown

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD
Profile
Name

Thomas K. Brown

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, AU, NG
Profile
Name

Audrey Choi

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, NG, TE
Profile
Name

Anne H. Chow

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, RE, TE
Profile
Name

David Dillon

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, AU, NG
Profile
Name

James R. Fitterling

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, RE
Profile
Name

Amy E. Hood

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, OT
Profile
Name

Suzan Kereere

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, AU, RE
Profile
Name

Gregory R. Page

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, RE, TE
Profile
Name

Pedro J. Pizarro

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, AU, NG
Profile
Name

Thomas Sweet

Mainboard, Audit, Remuneration BD, AU, NG
Profile

 

Committee
Abbreviation
Supervisory Board
SB
Board
BD
Risk & Compliance
RC
Audit
AU
Remuneration
RE
Capital investment
CI
Industry Specific
IS
Nominations & Governance
NG
Health, Safety & Environment
HS
Social & Ethics
SE
Technology
TE
Executive
EX
Other
OT