Jean Tan has been appointed as Global Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability at Mars, joining a key division within Mars Snacking. Based in London, Tan will oversee corporate affairs and sustainability initiatives across the company’s iconic brands and high-growth business units.With extensive experience in corporate communications and public affairs, Tan previously held leadership roles including Vice President of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability for Mars Wrigley Europe & Central Eurasia, and Corporate Affairs Director for Mars Wrigley Asia & Global Emerging Markets. She also serves as an Independent Director at ICP Ltd., a Singapore-based commercial real estate firm.Tan’s career spans global leadership in strategic communications, investor relations, and sustainability across major multinational organizations. She has advised companies on corporate reputation, employee engagement, and public affairs while holding senior roles at Landmark Public Affairs, Brunswick Group, and IHG Hotels & Resorts.At Mars, Tan will focus on aligning corporate affairs and sustainability strategies with business objectives, leveraging her expertise to strengthen brand reputation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth. Her appointment reflects Mars’ commitment to driving responsible business practices and enhancing its global footprint in the snacking industry.

The Washington Post has appointed Liza Pluto as its new Director of Communications. Pluto joins The Post from Mars, Incorporated, a global leader in pet care, snacking, and food, where she served as Media Relations and Issues Manager. In this role, she developed and executed media strategies to enhance Mars's corporate reputation.?Ç£We?ÇÖre thrilled to have Liza join us. Her proven track record of elevating and showcasing high-profile talent, paired with her contagious passion for the media industry, make her an exceptional fit for the future of communications at The Washington Post,?Ç¥ said Chief Communications Officer Kathy Baird.Prior to her time at Mars, Pluto worked in media relations for leading news organisations, including MSNBC and PBS. She also spent five years at CNN, managing press initiatives for various news programmes and major events.Pluto's appointment comes as The Washington Post continues to invest in its communications team and expand its reach.