Inclusion & Diversity

At Mars, we’re committed to fostering an environment where all of our Associates feel valued and respected, regardless of any visible or invisible differences.  As a global business, we are diverse by nature: We are 150,000 strong, operate in more than 70 markets, speak over 100 languages, and have a workforce spanning five generations. Our approach to Inclusion and Diversity is anchored by a strong foundation in our Purpose, the Five Principles and our Associate Concept, which have guided our company for generations. We believe that having Associates and leaders with diverse life experiences, backgrounds, skills and ways of thinking is essential to serving the different markets in which we operate.   "Inclusion and diversity are catalysts for innovation. Together, they inspire creativity and propel us toward a better tomorrow.” Lance LaVergne, Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity  "Inclusion and diversity are catalysts for innovation. Together, they inspire creativity and propel us toward a better tomorrow.” Lance LaVergne, Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity  "Inclusion and diversity are catalysts for innovation. Together, they inspire creativity and propel us toward a better tomorrow.” Lance LaVergne, Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity  Hear from our Associates in some of our Associate Resource Groups. We are pleased to have five Global Associate Resource Groups, with more than 100 local chapters, which are open to all and create spaces and communities for Associates of all backgrounds: Embracing Origins: race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage Generations: Associates navigating all life stages PRIDE+ : the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies Thrive Collaboration: collaboration of disability, neurodiversity, physical health, mental health, and military veteran ARGs Women and Allies: women, parents, and caregivers ARGs These ARGs are open to all and provide opportunities for support, communication and networking.  Proud to be Mars Recognizing and valuing our differences is at the core of who we are and how we work at Mars. We believe that having Associates and leaders with diverse life experiences, backgrounds, skills and ways of thinking is essential to serving the different markets in which we operate.