Victoria Mars, a fourth-generation member of the Mars family, is a former chair of Mars Inc. and one of the heirs to the private candy, pet care, and food empire behind M&M’s, Snickers, Pedigree, Whiskas, and Royal Canin. She began working in the family business in France in 1978, later held roles at Mars Electronics and Dove, served as Mars’s first corporate ombudsman, and chaired the company’s board from 2014 to 2017.

Valerie Mars, a fourth-generation member of the Mars family, is an heir to the private candy, pet care, and food fortune behind brands such as M&M’s, Snickers, Pedigree, Whiskas, and Royal Canin. Unlike lower-profile family heirs, she has held senior roles inside Mars Inc., including leadership positions in corporate development and governance, giving her profile both ownership and operating depth within one of America’s largest family-controlled companies.

Marijke Mars, great-granddaughter of Mars Inc. founder Frank C. Mars, is an heir to one of America’s largest private fortunes. Her wealth comes from the family-owned candy, pet care, and food giant behind brands such as M&M’s, Snickers, Pedigree, Whiskas, and Royal Canin. Unlike some members of the Mars family, she keeps a very low public profile, with her influence tied primarily to ownership in the privately held company.

Christy Walton is an American billionaire philanthropist, best known as the widow of John T. Walton, one of the sons of Walmart founder Sam Walton. After her husband's death in 2005, she inherited his fortune and became one of the richest women in the world. She is recognized for her significant philanthropic contributions, particularly in education, and environmental causes.

Elaine Marshall is an American billionaire and board member of Koch Industries. She inherited her wealth through her late husband, E. Pierce Marshall, and has significant stakes in one of the largest privately held companies in the world. She is known for her low-profile yet influential role in the business world.

Miriam Adelson is a renowned Israeli-American physician, philanthropist, and owner of a vast media empire. As the widow of Sheldon Adelson, she has inherited and expanded his business interests and continues to make significant contributions to medical research and conservative political causes.

Jacqueline Mars, granddaughter of Mars Inc. founder Frank C. Mars, is one of the heirs to one of America’s largest private fortunes. Her wealth comes from the family-owned candy, pet care, and food giant behind brands such as M&M’s, Snickers, Milky Way, Pedigree, Whiskas, and Royal Canin. A former longtime employee and board member of the company, Mars is also known for philanthropy, equestrian interests, and support for cultural and environmental causes.

Julia Koch is an American socialite, philanthropist, and widow of David Koch, the industrialist, businessman, and philanthropist. She is known for her substantial wealth, involvement in various charitable activities, and prominent social presence.

Alice Walton, daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton, is a prominent American heiress, businesswoman, and philanthropist. Known for her significant contributions to the art world, she founded the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and is actively involved in various philanthropic efforts through her foundations.