As the premium chocolate division of Mars, Inc., Ethel M emphasizes its tradition of creating handmade and preservative-free confections. However, over the last two years the brand has looked for ways to “reposition itself” and make new connections, Young says.
He led Mars, Inc. in its growth from $1 billion in sales to $35 billion.
August 3, 2016
Forrest Mars, Jr. was a businessman, a philanthropist, a visionary who believed in the benefits of a global economy, and a leader who created a strong set of business values that continue to lead Mars today.
To paraphrase Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, “We’re home, Mars.” At least it appears that the famed chocolate maker certainly feels comfortable in Topeka, Kan.
For a while, it seemed that chocolate was fast becoming the panacea for all ills. Heart problems, eat chocolate. High cholesterol, 30 grams a day will do. Feeling sluggish, down-and-out? Chocolate to the rescue.
Wrigley announced today that it would temporarily be pulling its Alert Energy Caffeine Gum off the shelves while the Food and Drug and Administration continues its review of foods containing added caffeine.