Martin started his career with Whitbread in 1990 after graduating from Leeds University, starting out as their youngest manager and being promoted rapidly through key operations and marketing roles. Martin co-founded Arc Inspirations in 2000 and opened the first bar under the brand, the Arc, in Headingley, Leeds. Arc Inspirations now operates 18 premium bars across the UK, under the brands of Banyan Bar & Kitchen, BOX and Manahatta. He has a fantastic passion for the industry and his energy is contagious, proving to be an outstanding respected leader over the past 30 years.