Newton Property Management appoints first non-executive director

A founder of Fleet Alliance, Martin brings three decades of experience building and scaling successful businesses. He helped grow Fleet Alliance into one of the UK’s leading vehicle leasing and fleet management companies, culminating in what was believed to be a multi-million-pound sale in June 2025 to Global Vehicle Group, the UK’s second largest vehicle leasing broker group, managing over 70,000 vehicles valued at over £2.5 billion.

Martin remains on the board of Fleet Alliance as executive chair and has taken on an executive role within Global Vehicle Group. 

This news comes as Newton Property Management continues to scale its operations, now managing approximately 40,000 properties across Scotland. The factoring company is taking a fresh approach to a much-criticised sector, putting customer service front and centre. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating of 4.3, it is already making strides in this area. 

The appointment follows a considered process, with Newton placing equal emphasis on cultural alignment and commercial expertise, as it strengthens its board to support long-term growth. 

Vincent Goldie, CEO of Newton Property Management, said: “Martin is a standout addition to our board as he comes from a strong commercial background and has an extensive network. We were in discussions with him for a long time, and we are honoured that he accepted the position. His decision to join reflects both the strength of our business today and the ambition we have for the future. 

“We were deliberate in finding someone who aligns with our values as well as our ambitions and Martin is the perfect fit. We’ve built a relationship with mutual respect at its core. For us, that’s the difference between a good board and a truly excellent board.

“Martin offers a fresh perspective outside the world of property management, and this, coupled with his expertise in scaling businesses and navigating complex growth journeys, will be invaluable to the Newton of tomorrow as we work towards our goal of becoming the best factor in Scotland.”

Martin Brown added: “I’m excited to join Newton Property Management as its first Non-Executive Director at this pivotal time. Not only will I bring my experience in fostering business growth, but I’ll bring an external perspective.

“Newton is shaking things up and doing things differently in a sector that has been stagnant for years, so it’s the opportune time to be on this journey with them.

“To echo Vinnie, my main reason for saying yes to this role is the synergy between how I do business and how Newton does business, thanks to our shared values. This is a strong foundation to build from, and I can’t wait to see what we achieve together.”

In addition to his commercial experience, Martin has held several board and advisory roles, including positions with Maggie’s Cancer Centres, the Celtic FC Foundation and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association. 

The appointment further strengthens Newton Property Management’s leadership team as it continues to scale and offer an alternative factoring experience. 

Stephen O’Neill, chairman of Newton Property Management, added: “Martin is one of our best signings to date and he’ll work closely alongside Vinnie to continue the excellent progress he is already making.”