The summer internship is a necessary complement to any higher education experience, with on-site exposure to careers students aim to aspire to and, if lucky, access to some of the individuals they could eventually work alongside. This summer, The Martin Group hosted our now-annual intern symposium, focused on connecting college students to the day-to-day of…  Read more

Once upon a time, the idea of the podcast was both a novelty and nowhere near the first way individuals chose to communicate ideas, connect with listeners, or start a conversation. To many listeners, it was talk radio for your laptop or mobile device—but this classification was far too simplistic. The accessible medium provided a…  Read more

On March 28, 2024, with the help of The Martin Group’s public relations team, experienced sports executive, pro athlete, and Western New York native Peter Marlette, Jr. announced the formation of Buffalo Pro Soccer, his ambitious plan to bring a men’s USL Championship club and a brand-new soccer stadium to the Queen City by 2026,…  Read more

Every four years, the Olympics provides the opportunity to amplify a message of unity. Whether on the gymnastics mat, the track, or in the parallel lanes of a pool, athletes are separate, but unified under the banner of sport and competition. This message is uplifting and relatable across all populations. A yearn for unity is…  Read more

The Martin Group: Congratulations on 15 years with The Martin Group. What has been your favorite part about working here? Lianne Coogan: Hands down the top two things are: TMG: How has your typical workday changed over the past decade? LC: Becoming a mom and the pandemic really changed the game – years back, I…  Read more

Congratulations on 10 years with The Martin Group. What has been your favorite part about working here? Darwin McPherson: I’ll always appreciate the thoughtful and generous spirit of The Martin Group’s management. There’s a sincere effort to make this a great place to work for the employees. Our professional skills are reinforced, our work-life balance…  Read more

The modern website is now the front door of any business. It’s the way consumers learn about and make decisions about products and services—and in the field of higher education, it can often influence enrollment decisions. Websites need to look professional, be easy to navigate, and most importantly, educate students on the many benefits of…  Read more

AI (artificial intelligence) has taken the world by storm in recent years, from multipurpose tools like ChatGPT, to the release of Microsoft’s “Copilot” chatbot. Now, it’s Google’s turn. On the same day as their I/O conference, May 14, 2024, Google introduced their new “AI Overviews” search engine feature to the United States market. By the…  Read more

Two weeks of train travel across Europe. Rolling cross-country like a vagabond beatnik. Following your favorite band up and down the east coast. These are serious summer travel plans—but every seasonal sojourn doesn’t have to be so ambitious. Sometimes, the best trips are the quick jaunts to idyllic locales less than three hours from your…  Read more