“The face of outplacement is changing,” says Bill Ayers, founder and CEO.  “The needs of clients and candidates have evolved.  Information technology has become an important tool in the job-search process.  This move allowed us to start fresh and map facilities that meet those needs rather than trying to force-fit existing space.  And we’re in a beautiful, high-security building even closer to and directly accessible from Grand Central Station.  That was an important consideration.”

The firm continues to occupy the same square footage but has consolidated its footprint on one floor instead of the four it formerly occupied. “Having all our facilities on one floor increases the amount of informal networking among the candidates at all levels,” says Terry Ebert, Managing Director of Career Transition Services.  “That expands the networking circle for many of them—especially the most introverted—and makes it easier for the successes of some candidates to inspire others.  At the same time, it affords our consultants and executive team a greater opportunity to interact informally with candidates, which is valuable for everyone.  And it allows us to work more efficiently with our Ayers colleagues."

Among the amenities of the new offices are expanded meeting room capabilities and a CyberCafé.  This candidate work area features Internet-enabled PCs equipped with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Access, printer/copiers, and soon to come:  flat-screen monitors. Secure wireless connectivity enables candidates and visiting clients to access the Net using their own laptops and other wireless devices.

“Internet access is a necessity to our candidates, as is a comfortable environment for networking and a friendly exchange of information,” says Doreen Weismantel, the firm’s Director of Administrative Services, who was charged with developing the facility.

"In our new facilities, it’s easier than ever for candidates to check email, make use of the Internet Resource Center to access our subscription databases and do research online, and tap our other online resources, including the new CPI Portal and CareerAdvantage tools.  We have a technician on site to help candidates maneuver through the system and ensure that everything is in good working order.  The coffee is always fresh and hot.  We want our candidates to have a productive and enjoyable experience."

Says CEO Ayers, “It all adds up to one thing: a reaffirmation of our commitment to providing clients and candidates with exceptional service."

Corporate Headquarters:
The Ayers Group

405 Lexington Avenue
16th Floor