In his advisory role, Martin will assist Albatross as they build their network across capital markets as the lender drives a new strategy to include wealth and asset management, fund management and banking.
Best known as the co-founder of Aberdeen Asset Management (now Abrdn), Martin was one of the FTSE 100’s longest ever serving chief executives from 1987 until 2017.
Today, Martin is the chair at fintech challenger bank Revolut, and an independent non-executive director at Glencore PLC.
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Martin has been advising Albatross co-founders Lewis Casserley and Jordan Fearnley Brown, as they re-structure their organisation’s funding mission.
Commenting on his appointment, Martin said: “I am excited to support Lewis, Jordan and the Albatross team as they steer their ship in a new and improved direction of travel.
“They have a powerful funding infrastructure and continue to build a truly quality lineup of talent.”
Lewis and Jordan added: “Martin’s unparalleled career history and network base will be invaluable in achieving our long-term mission.
“We’ve been known as the new kids on the block for a while now, and we believe this will shift our brand position accordingly!”
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