Ross Martin

Ross Martin is a seasoned executive with a diverse background in marketing, media, and production. Currently serving as President of Known since February 2020, Ross leads a modern marketing firm known for its innovative strategies and data-driven approaches. As a General Partner at Lunch Partners, Ross focuses on empowering early-stage companies, while also co-hosting and producing the "Future Legends of Advertising" podcast on iHeartMedia. With significant credits as Executive Producer on notable Netflix projects like "Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy" and “Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission To Space,” Ross has demonstrated expertise in high-profile media productions. Previous leadership roles include CEO of Blackbird and Executive Vice President at Viacom, where Ross managed global marketing strategies. Ross holds an MFA in Poetry from Washington University in St. Louis and a BA in English & American Literature and Philosophy from Brandeis University.