He will oversee a high-performing team ofover 18,000 Associates (employees) around the world, all joined by Mars Petcare’s Purpose: A Better World for Pets.

Ikdeep joined Mars in August 2020 as Pet Nutrition’s Regional President for North America the largest market for the Pet Nutrition business. Under his leadership, the business saw its largest growth momentum thanks to afocus on digital transformation, prioritizing innovation and leveraging data. He put significant importance on supporting Associates with a diverse, inclusive work culture, and building strategic partnerships with key customers.

Poul Weihrauch, President, Mars Petcare, said:“Ikdeep Singh has established himself as a strong, well-respected leader. He brings a wealth of global experience to the role and has a clear focus on our people and Purpose: A Better World for Pets.”

Ikdeep Singh, Global President, Mars Pet Nutrition, said: “It’s an honor to take on this role leading this iconic business for some of the world’s most-loved brands. I am inspired by our Purpose, and am delighted to be working alongside talented Associates, customers and partners to bring this to life.”

Prior to joining Mars, Ikdeep spent six years at the L’Oral Group, where he served asPresident working across Consumer Products and Luxury divisions in North America. Before that Ikdeep spent 14 years at Procter and Gamble.

Ikdeep brings a truly global perspective to the leadership role having lived in six countries (including USA and China), and is fluent in six languages.He holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Dalhousie University, Canada and an MBA from The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania.

About Mars Petcare:
At Mars Petcarewe have one purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Through comprehensive veterinary care, nutrition, breakthrough programmes in diagnostics, wearable health monitoring, DNA testing and pet welfare we help pets thrive in more than 130 countries. For decades we’ve supported research into the incredible science of human animal interaction at the Waltham Petcare Science Institutewhere scientists discover important advances in pet health and wellness. Mars Petcare is part of Mars, Incorporated, a global, family-owned business with a focus on becoming Sustainable in a Generation, reflective of the many pets and communities we serve. Follow us on Instagramand LinkedIn.

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