Martin Lawson
About Martin Lawson
Martin Lawson serves as the Executive Director at Cox Media, a position he has held since 2020. His extensive career includes various finance roles at Cox Communications and prior experience at Cisco and Prommis Solutions.
Work at Cox Media
Martin Lawson has served as the Executive Director at Cox Media since 2020. In this role, he oversees various aspects of media operations, leveraging his extensive background in finance and strategic planning. Prior to his current position, he held multiple roles at Cox Communications, including Senior Finance Director for Enterprise Planning and Analysis and Finance Director for Business Operations. His tenure at Cox Communications spanned from 2010 to 2020, during which he contributed to financial strategies and operational efficiencies.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Cox Media, Martin Lawson worked at Cisco as a Financial Analyst for one year, from 2006 to 2007. His career in finance began with a co-op position at Southern Company, where he worked from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he held various positions at Cox Communications, including Senior Financial Analyst and Manager of Financial Analysis, which provided him with a solid foundation in financial operations and analysis.
Educational Background
Martin Lawson earned his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Emory University - Goizueta Business School, where he focused on Finance and Strategy from 2012 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and strategic planning.
Career Development at Cox Communications
During his time at Cox Communications, Martin Lawson progressed through various roles, starting as a Senior Financial Analyst in 2008 and advancing to Senior Finance Director in 2016. His responsibilities included overseeing financial operations and contributing to business strategy. His experience at Cox Communications spanned nearly a decade, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of the company's financial landscape.
Internship Experience
Martin Lawson began his professional journey with an internship at the American Association of Advertising Agencies in 2005. This experience provided him with early exposure to the advertising and media industry, which later informed his work in finance and operations at Cox Media and Cox Communications.