tms

tms

Business Consulting and Services

Chicago, IL 120,730 followers

tms is a global company, uniting technology, marketing and sourcing to drive transformational change.

About us

tms unites technology and marketing and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands. With 1200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions — from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery. Headquartered in Chicago with 10 offices worldwide, we are responsible for some of the world’s most successful and iconic long-term marketing platforms, including McDonald’s Happy Meal and MONOPOLY programs. Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for clients including McDonald’s, adidas, T-Mobile, Starbucks, Vue and O2.

Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1986
Specialties
Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing, CRM, Customer-first Strategy, Data & Analytics, Digital Technology, Experiential, Licensing, Product Development, Promotional Marketing, Retail Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Community Management, Advertising, Customer Engagement, Stack Integration, Category Management, Sourcing, Tendering, Packaging, and Sustainability

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    tms facilitated Samsung Electronics America's partnership with Red Bull to support the adrenaline-fueled excitement of Red Bull Rampage, just in time for the launch of the new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. 🏆🚵♀️ From October 10 to October 12, the world’s top male and female bike athletes competed in the desert of Zion National Park in Southwest Utah for the coveted Red Bull rampage trophy. As the official mobile device for the yearlong strategic partnership with Red Bull, the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Z Flip6, with Galaxy AI, captured the activation’s most extreme shots and angles. 📸 “This is the fourth activation of the yearlong strategic partnership tms has managed between Samsung and Red Bull, and we are thrilled to see its global reach and success. The collaboration is the perfect way to highlight Samsung Galaxy’s image capturing capabilities in an action-packed environment,” said Katie Samuels, Account Director at tms. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/gNvetd9t

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    The webinar, "Business Transformation: Strategies to overcome complex hurdles in complex times" takes place tomorrow! 🧠✨ Featuring tms' President of Global Merchandise Services, Alice Chi Martin, along with industry leaders from lululemon and Graphite, the discussion will dive into how businesses can execute large-scale transformation initiatives effectively. RSVP HERE: https://lnkd.in/grNC-UsH

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    [Going live tomorrow] Don't miss out on gaining the insights you need to drive successful transformations in these complex times. RSVP now at: https://lnkd.in/grNC-UsH Join industry leaders Ana Badell (SVP of Enterprise Business Transformation at lululemon), Alice Chi Martin (President of Global Merchandise Services at tms), and Vikram Ashok (CEO of Graphite) for an insightful discussion on overcoming the challenges of executing large-scale transformation initiatives. From navigating execution hurdles to leveraging on-demand talent in an era of AI and global shifts, this webinar is packed with strategies and real-world examples that transformation leaders can’t afford to miss. Register at: https://lnkd.in/grNC-UsH #BusinessTransformation #OnDemandTalent #ChangeManagement

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    In a recent article with Ad Age, tms’ senior strategist, Grace Kennedy, emphasizes that Gen Z, navigating a world filled with uncertainty, finds joy in celebrating “little wins.” With 71% of Gen Zers “splurging” in Q3 2024, brands have a unique opportunity to connect with this generation by fostering authentic celebrations, even in small moments. “Of all cohorts, Gen Z is more reliant on the instant gratification of a dopamine hit... Celebrating the little wins is very much about doing so in ways that don't break the bank,” Grace explained. Learn more about how brands can resonate with Gen Z’s pursuit of happiness: https://bit.ly/48ujqVE

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    tms is hiring! 📣 Do you have experience with brand partnerships or loyalty programs in the gaming, music, entertainment, or fashion industries? We are looking for dynamic, creative candidates who will work on our award-winning Samsung and T-Mobile portfolio teams. ✨ Check out these Chicago-based hybrid roles below: - Associate Creative Director: https://bit.ly/4hqMrWs - Copywriter: https://bit.ly/4flbubj - Art Director: https://bit.ly/3YnVLBI - Copywriter: https://bit.ly/3UoIsjd We encourage everyone with the appropriate background experience to apply! For inquiries, please contact our Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Jaime Sklar. #Hiring

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    Meet tms’ Future Lab – our team who leads the charge reinventing the McDonald's Happy Meal toy towards a more sustainable future. 🌎🍟 Formed in 2018, The Future Lab is responsible for identifying new, more sustainable materials, suppliers, and production processes for Happy Meal toys. As part of this process, they design and research new toy concepts that are safe, durable, deliver high perceived value, and most importantly, align with McDonald’s Global sustainability goals. The team's dedication recently led to a groundbreaking achievement: for the first time in Happy Meal history, they’ve developed a process to use recycled plastics in toys! ♻️💫 “The achievement to use recycled plastic for Happy Meal Toys marks a huge milestone for us and for McDonald’s. We’re helping McDonald’s meet their sustainability goals while keeping Happy Meal toys fun and innovative for the next 40 years,” said Armando Zuniga, MPD², Vice President, Product Innovation, & one of the leaders of the Future Lab team. Learn more about the team’s accomplishments: https://lnkd.in/gGswE247

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    💭 "Of all cohorts, Gen Z is more reliant on the instant gratification of a dopamine hit, given its finances at a time when all share ongoing concerns about the cost of living. Celebrating the little wins is very much about doing so in ways that don't break the bank." tms' Senior Strategist, Grace Kennedy, spoke with Ad Age to discuss what brands can learn from Gen Z's pursuit of happiness in an age where many are consumed by loneliness and financial pressures. As a result, it's important for brands to capitalize on "splurge" moments which celebrate the little wins in everyday life. Read more on Ad Age: https://lnkd.in/gmKfcHY4

    What brands can learn from Gen Z’s pursuit of happiness

    What brands can learn from Gen Z’s pursuit of happiness

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    McDonald's rolled out a sweet partnership with Krispy Kreme on October 15 in the Chicagoland area at participating locations, with nationwide availability expected by 2026! 📣 “Delivered fresh daily,” customers can choose from a selection of Original Glazed®, Chocolate Iced with Sprinkles, and Chocolate Iced Kreme™ Filled doughnut flavors. tms designed all print and digital Point-of-Purchase assets, with the Krispy Kreme branding, logo, and doughnuts as the focal point. 🍩✨ “We are very excited to help bring this national partnership to life with some truly delicious design work. McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme are an incredible match, and I cannot wait to grab a fresh doughnut with my next McCafé order,” said Elizabeth Toscano, Account Supervisor at tms. Learn more about the partnership: https://lnkd.in/gCn_ekJx

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    The Boo Buckets are Back! 🎃✨ Halloween is near, the arches are lit, and customers know they can count on tms and McDonald's Happy Meal for a scary good time. 🦇👻 Beginning on October 15 and running while supplies last, the Boo Buckets are back with four new monsters, including a new Blue Boo Bucket! The updated designs play on the generational love for Boo Buckets, incorporating retro illustrations to incite a feeling of nostalgia and tradition. 🍬 🎙️ “Creating future nostalgia for Gen Alpha through Happy Meal is something McDonald’s has tasked us with and a lens we are always looking through as we evaluate our campaigns. So, when it came time to adapt this strategy for Boo Buckets, it was clear we needed to modernize the creative platform to create that same Millennial brand moment for the next generation of fans,” said Laura Dunn, Account Director, Client Services at tms. Learn about all the new tricks and treats: https://lnkd.in/ggCgptU5 #Halloween #McDonalds #BooBuckets

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