Courtney Johnson
@courtneyjohnson2
I lead retained executive searches that connect mission-driven organizations with C-suite and senior leadership talent.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At The Batten Group, I lead retained executive searches for C-suite, VP, and senior leadership roles supporting nonprofit and mission-driven organizations. In 2025, I completed 12 executive placements representing approximately $810K in placement value and generated approximately $250K in new business.
Previously at Liberty Mutual Insurance, I delivered 20–24 leadership placements annually across complex, specialized functions while managing 12–18 concurrent searches. I partnered with senior leaders on search strategy, leadership assessment, compensation intelligence, and succession planning, while directing two sourcers.
My background also includes leading talent acquisition and HR teams, building national early-talent and campus recruiting programs, and creating diverse university partnerships. I bring 12 years of corporate recruiting and retained search experience and focus on a high-touch experience for clients and candidates.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Recruiter
The Batten Group
Apr 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Lead full-cycle retained executive searches for C-suite, VP, and senior leadership positions. Completed 12 executive placements in 2025 and generated approximately $250K in new business YTD.
Delivered approximately 20–24 leadership placements annually while managing a portfolio of 12–18 concurrent searches. Partnered with senior executives to define search strategy and provide consultative guidance.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Midan Marketing
Jan 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years 5 months)
Managed full-cycle recruiting process and led national early talent strategy including campus recruiting and internships. Supervised talent acquisition specialists and built university partnerships.
Human Resources Manager
FreemanWhite, a Haskell Company
Mar 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 9 months)
Directed all HR functions for a multi-disciplinary architecture firm. Managed end-to-end campus recruiting lifecycle and led national early talent strategy.
Human Resources Generalist
Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates
Mar 2013 - Mar 2016 (3 years)
Supported HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and HR operations for a medical practice.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Pfeiffer University
Master of Science, Leadership and Organizational Change
2011 - 2013
Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Change with a concentration in Human Resource Management.
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Science, Sociology
2005 - 2009
Bachelor of Science in Sociology.
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