| NEW YORK, July 7, 2003 - TNS
Media Intelligence/CMR, the leading provider of strategic advertising
and marketing information, has announced the appointment of Ken Saunders
to the position of chief financial officer.
Prior to joining TNS Media Intelligence/CMR, Mr. Saunders spent
ten years in a variety of finance positions at the National Football
League, most recently as vice president, strategy, financial planning
and analysis. From 1997 to 2000, he was based in London, England,
where he served as chief financial officer for NFL Europe. He began
his career in banking, as an analyst at Citibank in Tokyo, Japan,
and at Dillon, Read in New York City.
"Ken's extensive and successful experience in the world of
finance, both in the U.S. and overseas, makes him an ideal addition
to our management team," said Steven Fredericks, president
and CEO, TNS Media Intelligence/CMR. "He brings a high-level
of strategic financial expertise that complements the business strengths
of TNSMI/CMR."
A native of Dearborn, Mich., Mr. Saunders received a bachelor's
degree from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and
a master's degree in business administration from Columbia University's
Graduate School of Business. He lives in Purchase, N.Y., with his
wife and three children.
About TNS Media Intelligence/CMR
TNS Media Intelligence/CMR is the leading provider of strategic
advertising and marketing communications information - across media,
brand, industry and market. The company's tracking technologies
collect occurrence and expenditure data, as well as the creative
executions of more than 1.7 million brands spanning 16 media. TNS
Media Intelligence/CMR is headquartered in New York City and maintains
sales locations in major markets throughout the United States.
Within the TNS organization, TNS Media Intelligence/CMR is a key
member of the Media Intelligence sector - dedicated to providing
worldwide tracking, analysis, evaluation and consultative services
for the media and marketing communities. TNS Media Intelligence
is the market leader in the U.S. and France, with significant operations
in Europe and Asia. For further information, visit www.tnsmi-cmr.com.
About TNS
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market measurement, analysis, insight and advice in more than 110
countries. Working with national and multi-national organizations,
TNS helps its clients develop effective business strategies and
enhance relationships with their customers. Further information
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