DF Capital, a specialist bank known for its inventory financing, is celebrating a key milestone as its managing director of leisure Ian Martin reaches a 30-year tenure in the industry.
Martin’s career started at Chartered Trust, where he managed motor and leisure customers, eventually becoming a founding member of the company’s caravan team in 1994.
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Throughout his three decades in the industry, Martin’s experience has allowed him to observe the growth and development of family-run businesses within the sector.
Martin notes a significant reduction in the number of manufacturers and dealers, attributing this to consolidation and retirement.
He said: “There are two key reasons: the great people I’ve met and the continuous opportunities for career growth.
“These factors have kept me engaged and fulfilled, so I’ve never felt the need to look elsewhere.”
DF Capital CEO Carl D’Ammassa said: “Ian’s 30-year career is a testament to his dedication and expertise in the leisure industry. His ability to build lasting relationships and adapt to industry changes has created a wealth of knowledge that is unrivalled in this sector. We are proud to have Ian as a key member of our team and look forward to many more successful years together.”
DF Capital is a trading name of DF Capital Bank, a subsidiary of Distribution Finance Capital.
The specialist bank offers inventory financing to dealer and manufacturing businesses across the UK as well as personal savings products to retail customers.
