"Martin provides critical insights on people. While working with him over a number of years, he has always challenged me to think deeply about the critical skills and experience needed in my team. By taking a highly consultative approach he really seeks to understand the key aspects of the role within the context of our culture and strategy. He thinks about the future, looking to match talent with the development of the business, to achieve long term success. He is thoughtful, considered and also pragmatic which makes him easy to work with. In the consultancy and learning sectors, people are crucial to delivering value to the client; and the partnership with Martin has been so important in finding the right talent quickly, and building a successful business."