NICI BUSH
THE TECHNOLOGY INTERVIEW
There is nothing quite like the sharp tang and satisfying crunch of a salt and vinegar Pringle( my personal favourite, the tangier the better). While the immediate sensation is all about flavour, the real story behind that perfect bite is one of incredible technology and science. This applies not just to the taste itself, but also to the packaging it comes in, where innovation is constantly striving for solutions that are recyclable, compostable or reusable.
Zooming out from a single crisp reveals the monumental operation of Mars, the global manufacturer of snacks, petcare products and food cupboard brands like Ben’ s Original, Dolmio and Tasty Bite.
Overseeing the research, development and technical strategy behind every one of Mars’ best-loved brands – from M & M’ s and Snickers to Pedigree, Whiskas and Royal Canin – is Nici Bush, the Chief Innovation, Science and Technology Officer.
Nici has worked her way up over 30 years, having served across all Mars business segments, multiple functions, regions and countries. She now guides the more than 170,000 associates who bring these products to life. Her vision is critical as Mars continues to invest heavily in its future.
“ In the last five years alone we have committed over US $ 6bn in our US manufacturing operations and € 1.5bn( US $ 1.8bn) in EU manufacturing, which has enabled us to accelerate efforts to decarbonise our value chain and support consumer-driven innovation, such as
NICI BUSH
TITLE: CHIEF INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
COMPANY: MARS INDUSTRY: FOOD & NUTRITION
Nici directs a team of technical experts, scientists and innovators who bring breakthrough thinking to the people and pets Mars serves, while continuing to deliver the firm’ s commitment to quality.
26 June 2026