Martin is a prominent Czech industrialist and a highly respected investor, primarily known as the sole owner of the major engineering group Wikov Industry. While he has achieved remarkable success in traditional heavy industry, his visionary approach extends far beyond engineering into the creative sector and the preservation of national heritage.
He has played a transformative role in the revitalization of Czech design and glassmaking by investing in the progressive lighting brand BOMMA and rescuing the historic Rückl crystal glassworks. Furthermore, as the Chairman of the Association of Czech Industrial Design, he actively champions contemporary designers, successfully merging traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics to help Czech design achieve global recognition and set new standards of excellence in the industry.