Mars, Incorporated named Marc Carena, previously Regional President Mars Snacking Europe, Central Eurasia & International Travel Retail, to the role of Global President, Mars Petcare from January 2026.
Carena joined Mars in 2022 as Regional President Mars Snacking Europe, Central Eurasia & International Travel Retail and has since delivered exceptional results in a role spanning 55 markets. Prior to joining Mars, he was a Managing Director for McDonald’s in Russia leading more than 60,000 employees and turning it into the fastest-growing market in their Top 20. He also has extensive retail and FMCG experience from roles at Metro Group and Nestlé and is Vice-President of the European Food and Drink Association, which represents the interests of FMCG companies in Europe.
“Marc is the right person to lead Mars Petcare into its next chapter. His track record for delivering results whilst driving ambitious change – with the customer and consumers always at the centre – will help to ensure our business will continue to thrive in an ever-changing landscape,” said Poul Weihrauch, CEO of Mars, Incorporated. “Marc brings a wonderful mix of experience from different business models and geographies, combined with a people centric leadership style – and like all our Associates in Petcare, it helps that he loves pets!”
About his new role, Carena said: “I am proud to have the opportunity to lead this incredible business. We have the privilege of providing pets and pet owners with products, services and innovative solutions that make their lives better and easier. With more than 100,000 passionate Associates around the world and incredible brands, science and healthcare businesses I’m looking forward to leading the next phase of growth and continuing to deliver on our purpose: A Better World for Pets.”
Carena replaces Loïc Moutault, who has had a successful career with Mars over more than 30-years that extended across multiple functions, business segments and countries. Moutault was a key architect of the Mars Petcare business as it is today spanning nutrition and care and a champion of talent across the business.
