Education and biography
Saran M. Martin, Chief People Officer
Education
- Graduated from Hampton University with a degree in Biology.
- Graduated from Howard University with a Master's in public health.
- Recognized subject matter expert in training development, stakeholder engagement, and systems transformation.
Professional experience
Saran Myers-Martin is a strategic, mission-driven leader with more than 20 years of experience building high-performing teams, developing talent, and driving organizational transformation across public health, nonprofit, and healthcare systems. She brings a rare combination of people leadership, operational excellence, and mission alignment—ensuring that organizations not only function effectively, but thrive.
At HBCU L.I.F.T., Saran leads all aspects of human capital strategy, including talent development, leadership training, organizational culture, and workforce optimization. Her work ensures that institutions have the right people, in the right roles, supported by the right systems to deliver exceptional student and operational outcomes
Saran brings both deep expertise and a passion for impact—making her instrumental in helping HBCUs strengthen their internal operations, empower their people, and elevate the student experience.
At HBCU L.I.F.T., Saran leads all aspects of human capital strategy, including talent development, leadership training, organizational culture, and workforce optimization. Her work ensures that institutions have the right people, in the right roles, supported by the right systems to deliver exceptional student and operational outcomes
Saran brings both deep expertise and a passion for impact—making her instrumental in helping HBCUs strengthen their internal operations, empower their people, and elevate the student experience.