This is the second installment of our new regular blog feature, “Well—how did I get here?” featuring first-person stories of our team members and their interesting journeys to The Martin Group. Next up: Director of Public Relations Chris Colton. Take it away, Chris.  In the 1990s, I was what you might generously call an underachiever.…  Read more

This is the second installment of our new regular blog feature, “Well—how did I get here?” featuring first-person stories of our team members and their interesting journeys to The Martin Group. Next up: Public Relations Manager Madeline Rickett. Take it away, Madeline.  Since graduating from Canisius University in December of 2019, absolutely nothing has gone…  Read more

This is the first installment of our new regular blog feature, “Well—how did I get here?” featuring first-person stories of our team members and their interesting journeys to The Martin Group. First up: Senior Public Relations Manager Casey Frantz. Take it away, Casey.  Over the past decade, my world revolved around fashion. From coordinating editorial…  Read more

Do you find yourself eating the same oatmeal-and-fruit breakfast every day? Or what about a lunch sandwich or salad you’re particularly fond of, or even a late-night snack you just have to have before settling in for the evening? Well, good news: You’re part of an ever-growing consumer trend of food fixation. Part ADHD-leaning and…  Read more

In 1973, influential British rock outfit Faces used their single “Ooh La La” to melodically lament on the inconvenient connection between experience and enlightenment. “I wish that I knew what I know now—when I was younger.” Sage words by a band that, at one point, featured future members of the Rolling Stones (guitarist Ronnie Wood)…  Read more

Why do melons have weddings? They cantaloupe. Where did the pumpkins have their meetings? In the gourdroom. What do you call a dog who meditates? Aware wolf. Yes, dads are great for jokes—but their hard-earned experience can be great for life-guiding advice, too. Doesn’t always seem like it at the time, but for many of…  Read more

Congratulations on five years with The Martin Group. What has been your favorite part about working here? Thank you! Honestly, the best part has been the people. I’ve had the privilege of working with incredibly talented, driven, and supportive teammates. There’s a strong sense of collaboration and shared purpose here, and that makes even the…  Read more

Congratulations on 10 years with The Martin Group. What does that tenure mean to you? In some sense, these past 10 years have absolutely flown by. But at the same time, I also feel lucky to have been able to step back at times and enjoy the experience and the multitude of key agency and…  Read more

Here’s a simple statement we can all agree on: Volunteering for causes that assist those in need is both good for one’s community—and even better for one’s soul. Volunteering provides a sense of purpose, belonging, and togetherness. It teaches professional skills and enhances empathy; it can connect one with new friends and introduce new insights…  Read more