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Martin Wardhaugh
Group Chief Executive, Officer Arran Isle
Martin is Group CEO at Arran Isle, an international group, focused on design, sourcing, marketing and distribution of branded building products.
Since becoming the CEO at the beginning of 2016, Martin has successfully led the divestment of the Groups US operations as well as strengthening the European business leadership team. This has resulted in improved margins and profits each year despite challenging market conditions and a highly competitive landscape.
Prior to joining Arran Isle, Martin was CEO of Clearview Traffic Group where he transformed the technology start-up into a profitable and cohesive group of businesses.
His early career was in financial and commercial management in both financial and corporate positions. He has also held board positions with Consort Medical plc and Rexam plc.
