Jacqueline Mars and Mars Inc.
Jacqueline Mars owns about a third of Mars, Inc., like her brother John, and worked there from 1982 to 2001 35.
Full nameJacqueline Mars
NationalityUnited States
Known forCo-owner of Mars, Inc.
Mars, Incorporated
Mars is one of the largest private companies in the United States, making confectionery, food and pet care products. Forbes estimates that Jacqueline and John Mars each own about a third of it, with most of the rest held by the daughters of Forrest Mars Jr. 37.
Her role
She was president of the food product group from 1982 until she retired in 2001 5.
Frequently asked questions
About a third, according to Forbes' estimate. Her brother John owns about the same.
Nobody outside the family. Mars is privately owned by the heirs of Forrest Mars Sr.
Sources✓ Verified 14 Nov 2026
1 Powerbase, Jacqueline Mars, 20 Oct 2026, Ownership
2 Wikipedia mirror, Jacqueline Mars (older version), 1 Jan 1970, Role
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