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Philippe Claude

Philippe Claude is Associate General Counsel at Mars Wrigley (USA). With over 20 years of legal experience in the FMCG industry, he brings expertise in global legal and intellectual property matters across sectors such as nutrition, confectionery, ice cream, healthy snacks, and beverages.

Philippe has successfully led international legal teams and managed trademark portfolios for iconic brands. His areas of specialization include trademark filing, prosecution, and protection strategies; global anti-counterfeiting programs; inter-company licensing and tax matters; franchising; international litigation; M&A; R&D; corporate and joint venture governance. He is also adept in emerging fields such as digital commerce, social media, Web3, Metaverse, and generative AI.

Previously, Philippe served as Secretary of the KIND Snacking International Board, showcasing his governance and contractual expertise.