Meet Our Leadership

President and Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Kathy Martin joined Glenmeadow as President and CEO in September of 2023. She has served in senior leadership roles at institutions of varying size and complexity, including UMass Amherst, Springfield College, Bay Path University, Bucknell University, and Susquehanna University. Her volunteer leadership experience includes serving as Chair of the West Springfield Public Libraries Board of Trustees, the Vice Chair of the Link to Libraries Board of Directors, and a member of the Springfield Regional Chamber Board of Directors and the LeadingAge Board of Trustees. She is also a corporator of Square One and the Springfield Museums.

Dr. Martin earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education (Sport Management) from Keene State College and her Master of Science in Physical Education (Athletics Administration) and Doctor of Physical Education degree (with a Specialization in Sport Psychology) from Springfield College. She lives in West Springfield, MA with her wife, Dr. Andrea Hickson-Martin, and their two Golden Retrievers, Piper, a certified therapy dog and Cagney.
In her spare time, she is an athlete, an avid reader, and an adventure seeker. She and her wife enjoy the theatre, supporting local community organizations, and finding new ways to challenge themselves.