PERHAPS THE BEST WAY TO TELL YOU ABOUT MYSELF IS THROUGH THE EYES OF OTHERS
MIKE SULLIVAN / SVP GCD / GYK ANTLER
I had the privilege to work with Glenn over a two year period. From the very first assignment we jammed on together I realized Glenn works on another level. He's one of the most strategic, insightful and creative minds I've had the pleasure to collaborate with. He's meticulous when it comes to Art Direction and he is a godsend in client meetings.
MATT ROUTH / VP. DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL INNOVATION / HARRISON & STAR
Glenn mass-produces great ideas like Hall & Oates cranked out hit songs in the 70s and 80s. I am not fully convinced that he isn't actually a robot that was specially designed for that purpose.
BEN INGERSOLL / CO-FOUNDER / MINDS & ASSEMBLY
Glenn is a brilliant creative person. He has the rare combination of both conceptual and executional excellence. One reason might be that he is endlessly curious about creative work and creative people--from all walks of life. And he is a person who cares about the people around him. He is generous of spirit and it shows in his work. If you have a chance to work with, hire, or just chat with Glenn, don't miss it.
TOM JAKAB / SVP GCD / WILDTYPE TBWA
Glenn has unequivocally raised the standards for his own work so high, it's been tabbed the "Glenn Effect." Visually very conceptual, with an amazing sense of taste and style, Glenn is always in demand. Whether it's his own work, or a Passion Project show, you always know he's going to deliver something you haven't seen or experienced. You'd have to look very hard to find a more giving creative partner, or someone who is more passionate about the creative process.
CATHY DUNWODY / MARKETING DIRECTOR / PFIZER
Glenn is amazingly creative and delivers superlative work. Our campaign has moved from local execution to a national platform. I have been extremely pleased with Glenn's professionalism, ability to understand the scope of work and its application to my business, and his personable approach. He has exceeded my expectations!
DIANE IILER-SMITH / SVP ECP / BIOLUMINA
Glenn is truly a gifted Creative Director who is simply a pleasure to work with. Beyond his prolific conceptual talents, he is a compelling storyteller, able to bring his ideas to life in a manner that is incredibly engaging and authentic. He's a great mentor and manager as well. He worked for us over a 5 month period and always went above and beyond to deliver amazing creative.
ANTHONY TURI / EVP GCD / FCB HEALTH
Most of the time when you write a recommendation about an advertising colleague, you think back over the years and try to recall specific instances of creativity, professionalism, or leadership that illustrates their value to the agency. I don't want to do that. That's because Glenn Batkin is more than that. Yes, I've seen him do brilliant work, win awards, lead teams through relentless pitches and launches and earn the respect of colleagues and clients alike. That's just what Glenn does. What stands out for me is his unbridled enthusiasm for learning, exploring and sharing creative ideas with one main theme - Inspiration. And what makes him so special is that his enthusiasm is truly contagious. Yes, there is a creative/inspiring/wondrous world beyond advertising and what Glenn does is make it almost impossible not join him for the ride.
SHAWANA SANDERS / VP DIR OF VISUAL ARTS / LINK9
When I work with Glenn, he asks me to slow down, to discuss, to peer into the depths of an idea and let the obvious answers fall away. Depth is the first word that comes to mind when I think of Glenn. And that word applies to every area of his life…his work, his generosity, his art, his commitment, his process. His vision penetrates and as a result what he produces is soulful. Perhaps that sounds too florid. And when I read the words back on the written page, I’m slightly embarrassed to admit I admire a colleague so much. But that twinge is worth it. Because when I work with Glenn, it isn’t really work. It’s taking part in the creative process with one of its finest artists.
MARCIO MAEDA / DEPUTY HEALTH OFFICER / USAID
Glenn is extremely personable, detail-oriented, meticulous in every aspect of his work. I was most impressed by his ability to convert requests and ideas from his clients into creative forms of expression that produced excellent results. My part of the work with him was easy. All I did was provide some unfocused ideas of what I wanted to convey to the public; Glenn translated my thoughts into what turned out to be a very successful marketing campaign for my international public health project.
HEIDI WRIGHT / PRINCIPAL / ELIXIRX
I have worked with Glenn on multiple accounts for many years. I recall getting a call one afternoon that Glenn would be newly assigned to a particularly complex assignment. I responded with a gleeful, "Are you giving me Glenn?" as though it were Christmas morning. We needed Glenn's gift for creative vision, business instinct and client love sorely needed in that moment. To this day it's paying dividends, but that's just half the story. That doesn't even come close to describing Glenn's talent for EMPATHY in work and in life. He has the keen ability to deeply connect emotionally understanding the underlying business objective, which in our line of work, is the holy grail.
ANDREW BARTEL / CCO / MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE GRP
Glenn is beyond talented. Yes, he can bring you that strategic, game-changing, beautiful concept, but that's just the surface of what he does. His true strength is that he thinks deeply and applies that brilliantly. His extremely successful creative work epitomizes that absorption, but it's also in how the work gets done, his interpersonal relationships, mentorship, and so much more. To every consideration, there is always an immense depth and tremendous care. I highly recommend Glenn.
MIKE CROWTHER / HEAD US MARKETING / KITE PHARMA
Glenn is a true expert in his field drawing on deep experience in the advertising industry to bring creative flair and consummate execution to pharma marketing creatives rarely seen in our industry. Glenn is never "pharmacheesical" and definitely never generic.