#MediaSnack

Author: ID Comms

Welcome to #MediaSnack the show for media leaders who want to win! If youre looking to sharpen your performance, stay ahead of the competition, and deliver real results, youre in the right place.Media is constantly evolving, and success belongs to those who can adapt. Every episode, hosts Tom Denford and David Indo deliver actionable insights and proven strategies to help you outpace the competition, navigate industry changes, and drive measurable results in media and advertising. We also welcome industry winners to share their secrets to success, giving you an edge in your own journey.Subscribe now to stay informed, stay competitive, and stay winning.---#MediaSnack is presented by ID Comms, the global media consultancy dedicated to helping brands achieve better media results. Want to use media to drive brand growth?Visit our website: http://www.idcomms.comFollow us on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/id-comms/
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Red Ocean Reality: The Future of Agency Holding Companies
Wednesday, 6 August, 2025

Tom and David map the future of the global media agency landscape, asking a provocative question: who will survive the coming consolidation? With Omnicom poised to acquire IPG and Accenture lurking in the shadows, the industry is entering what they call a “red ocean”—an era of brutal competition, strategic mergers, and existential decisions.In this special episode of MediaSnack, they dissect the business models of the Big Three (Omnicom, WPP, Publicis), challenge the strategic positioning of smaller players like Stagwell and Havas, and predict whether Accenture might make a bold acquisition play that reshapes the category entirely. From platform power plays to exclusive content deals with brands like NFL and Netflix, Tom and David make sharp predictions for the next 12 months—and the next five years.In this conversation, you’ll hear:What the Omnicom–IPG deal signals about agency consolidationWhy WPP may be undervalued—and a prime targetHow principal-based buying is reshaping agency business modelsWhat smaller holding companies must do to surviveWhy Accenture could emerge as a fourth force—and redefine transparencyWith the sharks circling, marketers and procurement leaders need to rethink how they plan and buy media—and who they trust to do it.Subscribe and follow MediaSnack on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform#MediaSnack is presented by ID Comms, the global media consultancy helping brands achieve better media results.Want to stay ahead in media? Visit https://www.idcomms.comFollow ID Comms on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/id-comms/