Tom Manning

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Global Head of Strategy at Assembly Global

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Tom Manning is a long-standing leader at Assembly, where he serves as the Global Head of Strategy. With over 13 years at the company, he has been instrumental in its global growth, notably launching its Programmatic and Strategy offerings. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Staffordshire University.

Based on a recommendation from a colleague, it appears Tom is a skilled musician in his personal time. This suggests a creative and disciplined side that complements his analytical professional role.

Unique fact: A colleague shared that Tom "plays a mean 6-string guitar! "

Personality Overview

Enthusiastic

Informal

Full Of Energy

They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions.  They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections.

Topics They Care About

Data & Technology
His role encompasses leadership over Martech, Data Science, and Analytics, and he advocates for embracing data and technology as the new media currency.
Digital-First Agencies
He is actively hiring for a business model that challenges legacy media networks with a more agile, digital-first, and data-driven approach.
Performance Marketing
His career progression includes foundational roles as Head of PPC and Head of Paid Media, indicating deep expertise in performance-based media strategies.

Media Appearances

Tom has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2024
Global Head of Strategy at Assembly Global
1-2019 - 5-2024
Global Head of Consultancy at Assembly Global
8-2016 - 1-2019
Head of Strategy at Forward3D
10-2015 - 8-2016
Head of Paid Media at Forward3D
1-2015 - 10-2015
Head of PPC at Forward3D

Education

2003 - 2006
Bachelor of Science (BSc) from Staffordshire University

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Exp : 12 Location : London, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Global Head of Strategy at Assembly Global
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Insights For Selling To Tom

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid cutting into their flow
  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tom is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tom

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tom move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Tom take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Tom

Personality Compatibility


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