Andrew Clarke

Alongside the 34,000 associates that work with him, Andrew is responsible for bringing to market a host of household favourites like M&M’s, Snickers and Extra/Orbit, which are enjoyed in 180 countries around the world. From Shanghai to São Paulo, Andrew is mindful of the meaningful role that Mars Snacking plays in the lives of people around the globe and is passionate about continuing to lead the transformation of the snacking category.

Andrew embraces the power of change, which is why, under his stewardship, Mars Snacking has reimagined its growth. A supercharged approach, which has already seen the company:

• commit to reduce its carbon footprint by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050
• boldly move to digitize its supply chain and global route to market
• use strategic partnerships with clients and suppliers to innovate for the future.

Enabling others to reach their potential is the bedrock of Andrew’s approach to leadership. He believes in the power of people, and the importance of diverse thought, empathy and humility when developing teams. His empowering approach to leadership has seen him named Co-Chair of the Unsterotype Alliance. Convened by UN Women, the 200 member-strong Alliance collectively acts to empower people in all their diversity (including gender, race, class, age, ability, ethnicity, religion and sexuality) by using advertising as a force for good. 

Outside the world of snacking, Andrew is an enthusiastic cricketer and is also a board member of the Chicago Field Museum and the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.

We are pleased to award him in recognition of his outstanding career and leadership of a global retail business.