Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Prashant Peres to Lead Mars Snacking in India
Prashant Peres, who used to be the boss at Kellanova South Asia, has now taken a new job as the General Manager for Mars Snacking in India.
This change happened after Mars Incorporated bought Kellanova.
In his new role, he will be in charge of many popular snack brands like Pringles, Kellogg’s, and Snickers.
He is excited about this new job and wants to make the company even better.
Before this, he worked at Mondelez International, leading their business in Indonesia and India.
Mars officially completed the purchase of Kellanova on December 8, 2025, after getting all the necessary approvals.
Prashant Peres is now the General Manager India at Mars Snacking, leading the combined Mars and Kellanova businesses.
He previously served as the Managing Director of Kellanova South Asia since February 2022.
Mars Incorporated completed the acquisition of Kellanova on December 8, 2025, after receiving all regulatory approvals.
The new Mars Snacking division includes popular brands like Pringles, Kellogg’s, Snickers, Skittles, Twix, and M&M.
Peres expressed excitement about building a unique organization and driving growth in the Indian market.
- Who
- Prashant Peres
- What
- Assumed new leadership role at Mars Snacking
- When
- January 7, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- To lead the combined Mars and Kellanova businesses
- New Role
- General Manager India at Mars Snacking
- Previous Position
- Managing Director of Kellanova South Asia
- Acquisition Date
- December 8, 2025
- Key Brands
- Pringles, Kellogg’s, Snickers, Skittles, Twix, M&M
- Categories
- Chocolates, confectionery, breakfast cereals, chips