About This Episode
In this episode, we sit down with Dooley Tombras, President of Tombras - the independent, family-owned agency that’s gone from regional player to being named #1 on Ad Age’s A List. He shares how he transformed a third-generation family business into a cutting-edge, digital-first powerhouse. From growing up in an ad-centric household to making pivotal hires at Tombras, Dooley walks us through the agency’s evolution, its bold campaigns for brands like Steak-umm and Moon Pie, and the importance of culture, creativity, and continuous learning. He also discusses Tombras’ partnership with the University of Tennessee and offers practical advice for aspiring advertisers on building a standout portfolio, staying curious, and breaking into the industry. Connect with Dooley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dooleytombras/ Follow Breaking and Entering on LinkedIn for Daily Ad News: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-entering-podcast/posts/?feedView=all
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Geno Schellenberger
Co-founder, Breaking and Entering Media
Geno has conducted over 600 conversations with the people shaping advertising, marketing, creativity and culture over six years.
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