William Ayers
About William Ayers
William Ayers serves as the Senior Learning and Development Program Manager at Red Ventures, where he has held various roles since 2016. He combines his background in mental health counseling and cultural anthropology with a strong belief in the value of people as a company's greatest asset.
Current Role at Red Ventures
William Ayers currently serves as the Senior Learning and Development Program Manager in People Development at Red Ventures. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's focus on enhancing employee skills and fostering a culture of continuous learning. His role involves designing and implementing training programs that align with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Red Ventures
William Ayers has held various positions at Red Ventures from 2016 to 2021. He began as a Sales Agent for three months, then progressed to Floor Lead for one month. He served as a Learning and Development Partner from 2017 to 2019, followed by a role as Learning and Development Program Manager from 2020 to 2021. His diverse experiences reflect his adaptability and growth within the organization.
Education and Expertise
William Ayers holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Anthropology from the University of South Carolina-Columbia, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke between 2015 and 2017. His academic background in mental health counseling and cultural anthropology informs his approach to learning and development.
Background in People Development
William Ayers has a strong belief in the value of people as a company's greatest asset, which shapes his strategies in learning and development. His background in mental health counseling and cultural anthropology provides him with a unique perspective, allowing him to understand the diverse needs of employees and create effective development programs.
Experience with Local Sharing Tree
Before his tenure at Red Ventures, William Ayers worked as an Organization Liaison at Local Sharing Tree from 2014 to 2016 in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. This role allowed him to engage with the community and develop skills that would later benefit his work in people development.