The Marketing Group was founded in 1992 at an inaugural meeting that took place at Kelham Hall, near Newark, Nottinghamshire. Originally named the North Nottinghamshire Marketing Group, it was devised by a group of marketing professionals led by Robin Dilley, the then Chairman of the local branch of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.

The first meeting took place in November of that year when two key figures from the textile industry explained how marketing was crucial to the success of their organisations. Since that date, 100's of organisations have found membership beneficial. Some have cited Group activities as been instrumental in the successful turning around of their operations.

Several companies joining with little or no knowledge of the subject have gone on to collect local, regional and national awards for marketing excellence. In October 2001 and February 2005,The  Group facilitated major one-day marketing events held in Nottingham and Melton Mowbray respectively. Speakers included some of the biggest names in the industry and attracted audiences of. Business managers from all over the Region.

The move to virtual support group marks another innovative step forward for TMG. Our partnership with Viadeo will ensure that members of our new online community will have access to a wider international resource of marketing expertise and social and business networking opportunities.