Martin's Retirement

[FLO]

Martin's retirement is almost upon us. His last day at FLO will be Tuesday 25th. 

Martin joined us 11 years ago and has focused his attention almost exclusively on service and support. 

He is a people-person. His empathy, amicability and interest in others (not to mention his wit!) has made him popular with colleagues, customers and suppliers. If you have emailed FLO then there is a good chance you will have spoken with Martin. We will miss him. 

Though a sad time for us we wish him and his wife, Ann (also retiring), a happy, healthy, well-deserved retirement. 

Alex, Andy, Annette, Ann, Cody, Dave, Grant, Ian, James, Katie, Lisa, Matt, Rob & Steve 🤗 

[John]

I have met and chatted with Martin a few times face-to-face and electronically. He is a very helpful, knowledgeable and personable chap.

I hope he and Ann have a long and happy retirement 

 

 

Edited May 21, 2021 by John

[Neil H]

Happy retirement to you both stay safe , will be missed by everyone

[Chris]

Martin must have helped so many of us over the years, and he always gives such sage advice in a very personable way. Wishing him all the best and the wonderful retirement he deserves  

Edited May 21, 2021 by Chris

[happy-kat]

Here's to a very happy retirement, enjoy 🙂

[Adreneline]

Wishing you a well deserved retirement.

Thanks for all the advice you have given me over the past four years.

Good luck and good health to you both.

Adrian

[Ouroboros]

Very best wishes from me to Martin on his retirement.  I have certainly received helpful advice via email from Martin, and been pleased with exceptional service when one item had to be returned and replaced. We both got in a muddle about the part I wanted. So thanks for that. I think I met Martin once a few years back when I drove over to Exeter to collect a telescope order. I even got a lightening tour! Much appreciated. Good luck to Martin! 

[Space Hopper]

Happy retirement. Think of all that potential extra time for astronomy 😀 (if it ever stops raining)

[laudropb]

All the best Martin. Enjoy retired life with Ann

[Stu]

Thanks for everything Martin! I hope you both your retirement! Stu

[Tiny Clanger]

I've only had one occasion to contact FLO (with a question about a possible order, and probable future stock levels  all very conditional, and I knew there was no easy answer ), Martin's answer was helpful, patient, and comprehensive. As a new customer it gave me great confidence in the company, and made a really lovely change from the copy/paste non-answers I've come to expect from many businesses .

Thanks Martin, have a happy retirement.

Heather

[Stephenstargazer]

Enjoy a long and happy retirement Martin. FLOs reputation for service did not grow on trees, even in fertile Devon!

Thanks for my orders and refunds ! I may have just sent one more enquiry 🙂,

Steve

(born in Poltimore, passport says Pinhoe, grew up in Honiton)

[AstroNebulee]

I had the privilege of conversing with Martin quite a few times via email and so helpful and informative, shsll miss him @FLO, thank you for everything and best wishes on your retirement Martin and enjoy 😊

Edited May 21, 2021 by AstroNebulee

[Mr Spock]

Enjoy your retirement. Apparently you only get the one 😜 Still three years away for me.

[M40]

All the very best for a long and happy retirement.

Les

[Mick J]

All the best to Martin & Ann, we were at Lucksall 2010, Martins caravan parked next to us - only pitch without a scope/tripod/kit set up. 

We were on the verge of apologising for being up all night wandering around when we cottoned on FLO was set up behind us.

Enjoy your retirement Martin & Ann.

[F15Rules]

Best wishes for a long and happy retirement to both Martin and Ann 👍😉

Dave

[PeterCPC]

Best wishes to you both. You have joined the club.

[HollyHound]

Enjoy your retirement Martin and thank you for being so helpful with order and support enquiries 👍

[prusling]

Many thanks for all the info, answers, and order updates. 

100% happy face feedback from me! 

Enjoy your retirement.

[Saganite]

Thank you Martin for all the helpful emails !

I wish you both a long and happy retirement 

 

Steve

[fwm891]

Thanks very much for all your help Martin. I've been retired ten and a bit years now - enjoy it, it goes quickly.

[mackiedlm]

All the very best Martin. You helped me greatly on several occaisions with great advice and support. 

[AstroExploring]

All the very best, Martin. We never got chance to meet but you’ve answered lots of my stupid questions over the last few years! Thanks a bunch and have a happy retirement! 
 

Nick

[Rekrab]

Enjoy your retirement Martin, You answered a newbie's questions with patience and professionalism. Thanks for everything