Our Team

Meet the Team Behind Transformational Leadership

At The Batten Group, we don’t just fill positions—we build leadership teams that drive mission success. With over 75 years of combined experience in nonprofit, healthcare, higher education, and mission-based executive search, our team is dedicated to connecting organizations with exceptional talent.

Our experts are not only skilled in talent acquisition but also deeply understand organizational dynamics. This dual expertise ensures that we identify leaders who are not only qualified but also align seamlessly with your organization’s culture and goals.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that the leaders we place reflect the communities they serve.

Explore our team below and discover the passionate professionals ready to partner with you in achieving your organization’s mission.

Jim Batten
Jim BattenFounder & President
(704) 841-2099
David Batten
David BattenDirector, Business Operations
(704) 651-8357
Philip Batten
Philip BattenDirector, Research & Talent Acquisition
(704) 651-7201
Peggy Reimann
Peggy ReimannSenior Executive Recruiter
(704) 517-8502​
Robert Driver
Robert DriverSenior Executive Recruiter
(217) 418-7345
Courtney Johnson
Courtney JohnsonExecutive Recruiter
(980) 486-5806
Maureen Flynn
Maureen FlynnDirector, Marketing
(908) 381-8016
Michelle Peters
Michelle PetersDirector, Business Development
(980) 486-5809
Cathy Chisholm
Cathy ChisholmSearch Consultant
(832) 326-8802