About Us

Who We Are

The Batten Group is a national executive search and consulting firm passionate about your organization’s mission. We bring decades of perspective to serving nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. We are recognized as experts in both talent and organizational dynamics. Our understanding of the critical relationship between the two is paramount to our effectiveness.

Planning

We create an effective plan of action for each and every search that we conduct based on our client’s expectations. We are always available to meet with you personally to discuss your needs and become better acquainted with your organization.

Strategy

Our strategy is exact and laser-focused. Find and recruit the best talent in the country. Every day we speak to professionals from coast to coast, providing cutting edge perspectives and valuable market insights.

Results

At The Batten Group, we have committed ourselves to operate from a position of uncompromising integrity. We guarantee the work that we do and will work diligently until the job is complete to the client’s satisfaction.

Why Hire The Batten Group

The Batten Group is a national premier executive search and consulting firm with expertise in serving nonprofit, health, higher education, and mission-based organizations. We reach beyond our clients’ usual circles to identify outstanding candidates in a process that moves smoothly and quickly.

We are experts who consult on talent and human capital issues to organizations large and small. As part of our search effort, we specialize in:

  • Leadership needs assessment
  • Planning for change: succession, consolidations, merger, or growth
  • Executive search planning
  • Salary surveys and analysis
  • Executive orientation, on-boarding, goal-setting, and performance review
  • Sustainability analysis
  • Cultural diversity
  • Interim placement at the CEO, Executive Director, and other levels

The Batten Group brings our clients decades of perspective in serving nonprofit, health and mission-based organizations. We are recognized as experts in both talent and organizational dynamics. Our understanding of the critical relationship between the two is paramount to our effectiveness. It is widely known that top executives do not surf the Internet looking for jobs, just as most jobs are not advertised online. When you want to find top talent to fill your nonprofit positions, hire The Batten Group. We specialize in recruiting talent for nonprofits. We have a track record of success and can be a tremendous value to your organization.

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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

We are committed to driving change. We value and foster environments that reflect diversity, equity, and inclusion. That’s why our search process is designed with DEI in mind, supporting an inclusive mindset while also ensuring that our search process attracts and engages dynamic talent.

The Batten Group understands the importance of diversity, equality, and inclusion. 85% of our placements have been people from diverse lived experiences or women; furthermore, our staff holds certificates in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management from HRCI.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Our Core Values

Our core principles are what drive The Batten Group:

Integrity | We are uncompromising in representing our client’s best interest above all else. Our clients can trust that we stand behind their mission and represent their values and culture and who they are when we conduct business on their behalf.

Diversity | Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to our success and our partners’ success. We value and foster environments that reflect diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Respect | We are guided by The Golden Rule “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

Impact | As a philanthropy-minded company, we strive to provide the best search and talent solutions in the market, driving the mission of our clients forward and delivering candidates who move the needle.

Commitment | We value hard work and are dedicated to building a team of driven, detail-oriented, and compassionate people who collaborate with enthusiasm and loyalty to serve the needs of our clients and their constituents.