Building Communities, One Brand at a Time
Our Story
At International Marketing Systems, we're a collective of online brands owned and operated in Fargo, North Dakota. Established in 1979, our vision is to build the next generation of digitally connected communities, driven by distinctive, captivating brands. We specialize in all things e-commerce, building and owning all of our brands in-house. Our products are sold across multiple online venues both domestically and internationally.
Our Values
Our team is comprised of experts in many departments who are dedicated to making our visions come to life. In a web-based industry, there is no room for the ordinary. We work hard to come up with innovative solutions to complex problems. The backbone of IMS is customer satisfaction. We're guided by the needs and expectations of our brands' customers to reach our ever-rising milestones.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services, including digital marketing, web design and development, graphic design, social media management, customer support, human resources, finance, office administration, information technology, manufacturing, shipping, and supply chain management. We take pride in handling all aspects in-house, from marketing and manufacturing to order fulfillment.
Our Brands
We own and operate several successful online brands, including Paracord Planet, Craft County, Golberg, Rope & Cord, and Outdoor Bunker. Each brand offers unique products and services to our customers, and we're committed to providing value to our passionate communities and supplying our customers with the products they need and the quality they deserve.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of dedicated and passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to providing opportunities for growth and development, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.
Management Issues
IMS has been accused of having poor management, with some employees claiming that management fires people without reason, and others feeling as though they are not recognized for their hard work and loyalty.
Job Satisfaction
Some employees, however, have reported positive experiences working for IMS. They have praised the company's emphasis on culture and work environment, and some have even referred to their colleagues as "family."
Customer Service
IMS has been criticized for its customer service, with one reviewer stating that the company calls repeatedly about Google listings and ignores do-not-call lists. Another reviewer reported being repeatedly called about their Google listings despite asking to be removed from the calling list.
Work-Life Balance
One reviewer expressed frustration with the company's culture, stating that it can be difficult for employees to truly flourish due to the "heavy atmospheric pressure" in the work environment.
