Based in Los Angeles, TNSMI/Entertainment Services Group is dedicated to providing premier advertising and marketing intelligence to the entertainment industry. Expanding on the existing marketplace success of TNS Media Intelligence/TES (Theatrical Entertainment Services), the Entertainment Services Group will integrate relevant resources from TNS Media Intelligence/CMR to deliver targeted products and services that keep clients well informed on the entertainment marketplace and positioned to achieve their business goals.

Mr. Kristol will report directly to TNSMI/CMR President and CEO Steve Fredericks. "Mark is well known and respected in the entertainment industry," remarked Mr. Fredericks. "His experience, expertise and creative drive makes him uniquely suited to lead the Entertainment Services Group in serving the needs of this dynamic industry."

Mr. Kristol's career has led him to a variety of executive positions in the entertainment industry working for companies such as TriStar Pictures and Universal Pictures. He began his career in advertising with Diener/Hauser/Bates after receiving his Masters in Business Administration from Rutgers University, N.J

About TNS Media Intelligence/CMR
TNS Media Intelligence/CMR is the leading provider of strategic advertising and marketing 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
TNS is one of the world's leading market information groups, providing 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 on TNS can be found on www.tns-global.com.