MARS International Travel Retail appoints new General Manager

Gary Clarke has joined MARS International Travel Retail as General Manager, based in the Netherlands. Gary takes over from Craig Sargeant who left the position to lead the Mars UK Food business at the start of this year.

Gary has had a long career with MARS joining MARS Petcare Australia in 1999, working in a number of sales roles before moving to the Chocolate Australia business in 2003. His most recent role was as the Sales Director for MARS Chocolate Australia where he led a period of transformational growth. Gary’s leadership style is built on passion for the business, drive for results, enthusiasm and a strong focus on developing his team.

“I am delighted to be joining the travel retail industry and I can’t wait to work alongside the MITR team. This is an exciting time for the Category and I look forward to partnering with our customers to shape its future!” says Gary.

Gary’s transition to his new role commences in May 2016. He will be relocating to the Netherlands with his wife Deb, his three daughters Stevie, Mikayla and Joie.