Mars Executive and Leadership Team

Kazuya Fukushima, the Chief Financial Officer at Mars, manages the fiscal health and capital allocation strategies for the entire organization. Fukushima directs financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes to ensure long-term economic stability. The Chief Financial Officer oversees risk management protocols and investment strategies that support the company's expansion into new markets. This leadership role involves providing the Board with accurate financial forecasts and performance analysis. Kazuya Fukushima coordinates with business unit leaders to optimize profitability across the confectionery, pet care, and food segments. By maintaining rigorous financial controls, Fukushima ensures the company possesses the necessary liquidity to fund innovation and infrastructure upgrades. The Chief Financial Officer drives the development of financial policies that align with corporate objectives. Through disciplined fiscal oversight, Fukushima supports the company's ability to deliver consistent value to stakeholders while navigating the complexities of the global food manufacturing landscape.

Meghal Sheth, the Chief Financial Officer, Mars Wrigley (India) at Mars, directs the financial operations and strategic planning for the Indian market. Sheth architects local fiscal policies that align with the broader Mars Wrigley global financial framework. The Chief Financial Officer, Mars Wrigley (India) oversees budgeting, tax compliance, and capital expenditure management to ensure regional profitability. This leadership role involves analyzing local market dynamics to provide actionable financial insights to the executive team. Meghal Sheth collaborates with regional sales and marketing heads to optimize resource allocation for confectionery product launches. By maintaining strict financial discipline, Sheth supports the company's growth trajectory in the competitive Indian food sector. The Chief Financial Officer, Mars Wrigley (India) monitors economic indicators to mitigate financial risks and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Through precise financial management, Sheth ensures the regional business unit contributes effectively to the company's overall global financial performance and strategic objectives.

Paul Davies, the Chief Financial Officer, Chocolate (North America) at Mars, directs the financial strategy for the core chocolate business segment within the North American market. Davies architects financial models that evaluate the profitability of iconic chocolate brands and support new product development. The Chief Financial Officer, Chocolate (North America) oversees cost management and revenue forecasting to ensure the segment meets its aggressive growth targets. This leadership role involves working closely with supply chain and marketing teams to optimize the financial performance of the chocolate portfolio. Paul Davies manages capital investments in manufacturing facilities to maintain production quality and efficiency. By providing rigorous financial analysis, Davies enables the executive team to make informed decisions regarding market expansion and brand investment. The Chief Financial Officer, Chocolate (North America) maintains a focus on long-term value creation. Through disciplined financial oversight, Davies ensures the chocolate segment remains a primary driver of the company's overall success in North America.

Jocelyn Tiongson Pinaroc, the Chief Financial Officer & Senior VP, Mars Veterinary Health, Rapid Growth Markets at Mars, directs the financial and strategic operations for the veterinary health segment in high-growth regions. Pinaroc architects financial frameworks that support the expansion of pet care services in emerging markets. The Chief Financial Officer & Senior VP, Mars Veterinary Health, Rapid Growth Markets oversees investment strategies and operational budgets to ensure the sustainability of veterinary clinics. This leadership role involves collaborating with regional health directors to optimize service delivery and financial performance. Jocelyn Tiongson Pinaroc manages the financial integration of new acquisitions to ensure alignment with global standards. By analyzing market trends, Pinaroc identifies opportunities for service expansion and revenue growth. The Chief Financial Officer & Senior VP, Mars Veterinary Health, Rapid Growth Markets maintains a focus on fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency. Through strategic leadership, Pinaroc drives the growth of the pet care business, ensuring the company provides high-quality veterinary services to a global pet-owning population.

Ramesh Sundaresan, the Chief Operating Officer at Mars, manages the end-to-end production efficiency of the global food and pet care segments. Sundaresan oversees the integration of manufacturing workflows to ensure consistent output quality across all business units. The Chief Operating Officer drives operational excellence by streamlining logistics and supply chain management in North America and international markets. This leadership role requires constant coordination with regional heads to balance production capacity with fluctuating consumer demand. Ramesh Sundaresan implements advanced automation technologies to enhance factory throughput and reduce operational costs. By optimizing the manufacturing footprint, Sundaresan supports the company's ability to scale production for brands like M&Ms and Snickers. The Chief Operating Officer maintains alignment with the executive team to ensure that operational strategies support the broader corporate mission of delivering high-quality food products to a global customer base.

Elif Sonmez, the Chief Marketing Officer at Mars, architects the global brand strategy for the confectionery and pet care portfolios. Sonmez directs marketing campaigns that elevate consumer engagement for iconic brands such as Skittles and Extra. The Chief Marketing Officer oversees market research initiatives to identify emerging consumer trends across diverse geographic regions. This leadership role involves managing multi-channel advertising efforts to strengthen market position and brand loyalty. Elif Sonmez collaborates with regional sales teams to ensure marketing messages resonate with local preferences in North America, Europe, and Asia. By leveraging data-driven insights, Sonmez optimizes advertising spend to maximize return on investment. The Chief Marketing Officer maintains a focus on digital transformation to reach modern consumers effectively. Through strategic brand positioning, Sonmez drives revenue growth and ensures the company remains a dominant force in the competitive global food industry.

Tanner King, the Chief Technology Officer at Mars, directs the digital innovation and technological infrastructure supporting global food production. King architects scalable software solutions that enhance manufacturing precision and supply chain visibility. The Chief Technology Officer oversees the integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and data analytics, to improve product development cycles. This leadership role involves managing cross-functional teams to ensure technological systems remain secure and efficient. Tanner King collaborates with the executive team to align digital strategy with the company's long-term growth objectives. By modernizing legacy systems, King drives operational agility across North American and international facilities. The Chief Technology Officer maintains a focus on cybersecurity to protect proprietary manufacturing processes and consumer data. Through continuous technological advancement, King ensures the company remains at the forefront of the food industry, leveraging innovation to maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global market.

Caroline Almeida, the Global Chief Information Officer, Emerging Markets Mars Wrigley at Mars, directs information technology strategies specifically tailored for high-growth regions. Almeida architects robust data networks that support the unique operational requirements of the Mars Wrigley business segment in emerging markets. The Global Chief Information Officer, Emerging Markets Mars Wrigley oversees the deployment of enterprise resource planning systems to ensure seamless connectivity across regional offices. This leadership role involves managing IT infrastructure to facilitate rapid market entry and expansion. Caroline Almeida collaborates with local leadership to implement digital tools that enhance sales and distribution efficiency. By optimizing information flow, Almeida supports the company's ability to capture market share in developing economies. The Global Chief Information Officer, Emerging Markets Mars Wrigley maintains a focus on system reliability and data integrity. Through strategic IT management, Almeida drives digital maturity and operational excellence within the company's most dynamic and fast-paced global business units.

Kyo Ng, the Chief Information Officer, Mars Wrigley Aisapac, Middle & Africa (East, North) at Mars, directs the technological landscape across a vast and diverse geographic footprint. Ng architects IT solutions that bridge the operational gaps between regional manufacturing hubs and distribution centers. The Chief Information Officer, Mars Wrigley Aisapac, Middle & Africa (East, North) oversees the implementation of cloud-based systems to improve data accessibility and decision-making speed. This leadership role involves managing complex IT projects that support the unique logistical challenges of the Aisapac, Middle, and Africa regions. Kyo Ng collaborates with local business leaders to ensure technology investments drive efficiency and sales growth. By standardizing IT protocols, Ng enhances operational consistency across multiple international markets. The Chief Information Officer, Mars Wrigley Aisapac, Middle & Africa (East, North) maintains a focus on system security and scalability. Through strategic technology leadership, Ng supports the company's ability to maintain a strong market presence in these critical global regions.

Alfredo Castellanos, the Sustainability Project Lead at Mars, directs environmental initiatives across the global supply chain. Castellanos architects frameworks to reduce carbon footprints within confectionery and pet care manufacturing processes. By collaborating with procurement teams, the Sustainability Project Lead ensures raw material sourcing aligns with long-term ecological goals. This leadership role involves auditing production facilities to optimize resource efficiency and waste reduction. Alfredo Castellanos drives the implementation of renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with international environmental standards. Through rigorous data analysis, Castellanos monitors progress toward corporate sustainability targets. The Sustainability Project Lead maintains constant communication with the Board to report on environmental impact metrics. By integrating green practices into core business operations, Castellanos secures the future viability of the company's diverse product portfolio while fostering responsible manufacturing habits across North America, Europe, and Asia.