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Valerie Mars

Valerie Mars

Valerie Mars (#252)

Global Rank #252
Country Rank #106
Country United States

Valerie Mars is listed among the world billionaires tracked by Iconic Billionaires.

  • $ 13 B
  • Candy, pet food
  • United States
  • F
  • 67 Years

Snapshot

Quick Facts

Global Rank #252
Country Rank #106
Net Worth $12.6B
Previous Worth $12.6B
Worth Change +$0.0B
Country United States
Industry Candy, pet food
Age 67 Years
Gender F
Worth As Of May 4, 2026
Last Refreshed 07 Sep 2026, 12:00 AM
Residence New York, New York
World Billionaires List United States Billionaires Candy, pet food

Profile Data

Personal Stats

Age 67
Source Of Wealth Candy, pet food
Self Made Score 2
Residence New York, New York
Citizenship United States
Marital Status Married
Children 2
Education Master of Business Administration, Columbia University; Bachelor of Arts/Science, Yale University
Net Worth Change +$0.0B +0.0% from previous worth
Previous Net Worth $12.6B
Current Net Worth $12.6B

Worth as of May 4, 2026

About Me

Valerie Mars and her three sisters each inherited an estimated 8% stake in candymaker Mars when their father, Forrest Mars Jr., died in 2016. Her great-grandfather Frank Mars founded the company in 1911. She began working at Mars in 1992 and today is the company's vice president of corporate development. Mars also sits on the company's board of directors. Mars acquired snack company Kellavova in December 2025 for $35.9 billion including debt.

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Valerie Mars's net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

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Current Net Worth: $12.6B (May 4, 2026)

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