Kristen Campos is Vice President of Corporate Affairs for Mars Food & Nutrition North America, one of the largest manufacturers of rice brands, including Ben’s Original™, Seeds of Change™ and Tasty Bite. Kristen is a member of the Mars Food & Nutrition North America business management team and is responsible for public relations, public affairs, internal communications, consumer care, and crisis management with a core focus on driving Mars Food & Nutrition's reputation through its purpose: Better Food Today. A Better World Tomorrow. As part of bringing this purpose to life, she also passionately leads communications initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. With over 25 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, and stakeholder engagement, Kristen has established herself as a thought leader in the Communications industry. Kristen is also an advocate for diversity and inclusion and believes that diverse perspectives lead to more innovative solutions in tackling global challenges. Among Kristen’s notable career achievements is the rebrand of Ben's Original™, which proved her ability to navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change. Through mentorship and community engagement, she seeks to inspire the next generation of leaders in sustainability and corporate responsibility. Kristen started at Mars more than 13 years ago and has held corporate affairs leadership roles across the organization. Prior to Mars, Kristen spent 15 years in corporate communications across agency, consumer, B2B, and manufacturing companies, including United Airlines, Beam Suntory, Navistar, and Edelman. As a recognized speaker and expert in her field, Kristen is dedicated to sharing her insights on Mars Food & Nutrition and the intersection of corporate affairs and sustainability, making a positive impact on communities and the environment.