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Chicago & Midwest  + Downtown  + Office  |  March 27, 2026
Jasmine Kilman
By: Jasmine Kilman

Mars to Invest $100M, Add 600 Jobs in Chicago Expansion

Mars Snacking is expanding its global headquarters in Chicago with a $100 million investment, the addition of 600 new jobs, and a new office in the Fulton Market District.

Mars Snacking already supports more than 4,000 jobs in Chicagoland, produces over 20 brands locally, and anchors its Global Innovation Center on Goose Island. Mars Snacking will open a new North America regional office hub in the Fulton Market district, with capacity for more than 1,000 associates. The Accelerator division will also establish a new global office hub in downtown Chicago, taking over the former Kellanova global and North America headquarters.

The announcement follows Chicagoland’s recognition for corporate relocation and expansion for a record 13th consecutive year. “Chicago has long been a hub for our business, and now it is our official home for our North America region and our Accelerator Division – firmly establishing our legacy and our future together,” said Andrew Clarke, Global President, Mars Snacking.

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About Jasmine Kilman

Jasmine Kilman is Content Director of Connect Commercial Real Estate, covering Chicago and greater Chicagoland, the Midwest, Seattle, and the Pacific Northwest. She covers industry trends, transaction deals, market research, and produces daily news stories. With experience in marketing and communications for academic nonprofits and corporate clients, including Hearst Media, Hilton, and Coldwell Banker, Kilman has written about commercial real estate, environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG), technology, healthcare, and philanthropy. She was born and raised in California and graduated with a degree in public relations. In her spare time, Kilman enjoys hiking and traveling to new locations with her family.
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