Ground Control Announces Martin Nilsson as Chief Financial Officer

Effective from 22nd April 2025, Martin joins at the start of a new financial year, marking an exciting phase of growth and opportunity for the business.

Martin Nillson — Ground Control is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Nilsson to the company’s Board as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from the 22nd of April 2025. Martin joins at the start of a new financial year, marking an exciting phase of growth and opportunity for the business.

A Chartered Accountant, Martin brings over 13 years of international investment banking experience from across the UK, Australia, Asia, and the US. More recently, he played a pivotal role in leading financial transformations within the construction and support services sectors.

Prior to joining Ground Control, Martin served as Finance Director at MITIE plc, where he contributed to the successful turnaround of its Engineering Services division. He later became CFO of The Carey Group, a £700m family-owned construction business, where he restructured operations to drive sustainable growth. His expertise spans business services, construction, infrastructure, retail, transport, and technology, making him an excellent fit for Ground Control’s strategic ambitions.

Jason Knights, Chief Executive Officer of Ground Control, commented:

We are pleased to welcome Martin to Ground Control at such a crucial time of growth and expansion. His deep financial expertise, strategic mindset, and ability to lead high-performing teams will be instrumental as we scale the business. Martin’s experience across multiple sectors, combined with his ability to connect with people at all levels, makes him a great fit for our culture. His commitment to driving sustainable growth, fostering collaboration, and delivering long-term value aligns perfectly with our company values. We look forward to working together as we take Ground Control into its next phase of success.

Martin Nilsson, Incoming CFO, added:

I’m incredibly excited to be joining Ground Control at such a pivotal moment in its journey. The company’s ambitious growth plans and strong culture of innovation make this an exceptional opportunity. I look forward to working with the team to drive financial excellence, support sustainable expansion, and help shape the future of the business.

Ground Control extends its sincere gratitude to Freddie Wepener, our departing CFO, who will remain with the company until mid-May to ensure a seamless transition.