Graham Martin joins Xyra Group: A Strategic Addition to Our Board
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Graham Martin as a Non-Executive Director (NED) to the Xyra Group Board of Directors.
Graham joins us at a pivotal moment in our growth, bringing more than 30 years of global expertise in restructuring, turnaround, and high-stakes M&A. His track record of navigating complex financial landscapes across the UK, US, Australia, and Singapore will be an invaluable asset to our strategic vision.
A Global Leader in Financial Resilience
Throughout his career, Graham has held Senior Partner roles at “Big Four” and top-tier advisory firms, including AlixPartners, PwC, and KPMG. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the restructuring landscape globally:
Singapore & SE Asia: Led KPMG’s Southeast Asia Restructuring Business and served as an Advisory Board member.
UK & Global: Served as Financial Services Advisory leader and founded KPMG’s Portfolio Advisory Group, which he grew into a market-leading global practice.
Unparalleled Operational and Advisory Depth
Graham’s experience goes beyond the boardroom. He has served as Chief Restructuring Officer (CRO) across multiple industries, recently steering a global shipping business through a successful US Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. He also served as COO/CRO for a major UK Property Development firm, demonstrating his ability to manage complex operations in distressed environments.
His reputation as a “deleveraging expert” is underscored by his work with the Bank of England, The World Bank, and major global financial institutions. Notably:
He has led over 150 loan portfolio transactions valued at more than £100bn.
As Administrator of Lehman Brothers Real Estate Europe, he managed the realization of £25bn in assets across 12 jurisdictions.
Looking Forward
In addition to his role at Xyra Group, Graham currently serves as Senior Advisor to JLL, where he is building their global Restructuring and Loan Advisory business in the Real Estate sector.
“Graham’s deep relationships within the distressed debt and alternative lender space, combined with his immense operational experience, will provide Xyra Group with a unique competitive edge. We are honored to have a professional of his caliber help guide our future.” — Viktor Bronzovic, CEO
Please join us in welcoming Graham to the team. His appointment reinforces our commitment to excellence, stability, and ambitious growth.