Proton coupled electron transfer (PCET) is a key mechanistic step in many chemical processes. PCET is often thermodynamically challenging because the species generated after the reaction (e.g., radicals), are often in a high-energy state. Inspired by nature’s enzymatic strategies, we aim to develop catalytic hydrogen atom carriers utilizing redox-active quinone moieties as ligands and integrate light harvesting techniques. Our approach leverages earth-abundant titanium (IV), a d⁰ transition metal, which functions as a Lewis acid in both ground and excited states to stabilize the radical intermediates generated during PCET processes. Moreover, the electron poor titanium metal center is crucial for enabling ligand-to-metal charge transfer (LMCT) upon photoexcitation, generating highly reactive semiquinone species transiently. These intermediates could act as efficient catalyst for both oxidative and reductive PCET. Furthermore, the β-cis configuration of the Salen ligand backbone promotes an exceptionally high intersystem crossing (ISC) rate in first-row transition metals, enhancing catalytic efficiency. The tunability of these titanium-based complexes, combined with their ability to undergo excited-state reactivity, provides a promising strategy for efficient and sustainable PCET chemistry.