Kelly Cultrara, President / Managing Partner; Amy Bessel, Information Technology Placement Director, AP Professionals of WNYKelly Cultrara, President / Managing Partner; Amy Bessel, Information Technology Placement Director
In the age of digital transformation, where technology is the driving force behind business innovation, the demand for IT professionals has become more critical. Amid the rise of remote work and overseas jobs, the skill gap is becoming a chasm, threatening progress for companies.

Rooted in the ethos of building relationships with candidates and clients that last a lifetime, AP Professionals of WNY, a full-service search and staffing firm, bridges this gap by providing access to a vast pool of talent with diverse skills and experiences. Emphasizing harmonious collaboration between the clients, it offers a successful staffing strategy for hiring top talent.

“We take a personal interest in understanding what’s important to the client and candidate to make that optimal match,” says Amy Bessel, Information Technology Placement Director at AP Professionals of WNY.

The boutique firm offers comprehensive services, including RPO, Executive Search, Retained Searches, Contingent Searches, Contract-To-Hire, and Direct Placements, to deliver strategic staffing solutions on a permanent and contractual basis.

Capitalizing on three decades of proficiency in staffing, the team of seasoned experts engages with each client and candidate, delving into their unique requirements and aspirations to build a mutually beneficial association to a mutually beneficial partnership. During client meetings, AP takes a conversational stance with their teams to assess the work environment and job requirements to present ideal candidates from the talent pool to ensure a long-lasting partnership.

Specializing in IT, Human Resources, Engineering, Administration, Accounting & Finance and Executive Search, it leverages a robust multidivisional structure to provide operational autonomy to address clients’ distinct needs. It adopts a hands-on approach while performing screening and evaluation processes to ensure operational excellence and select the ‘right’ fit.

AP Professionals of WNY prioritizes prompt and consistent communication with candidates and clients through its round-the-clock follow-up practices to comprehend market trends. This proactive approach enables clients to attract the right talent while gauging their compensation expectations according to the economic situation.

The proficiency of AP Professionals of WNY to seamlessly integrate and provide tailored solutions is illustrated when a client presented a pressing need for a PC upgrade to prevent impending license expiration. The client faced challenges addressing this imperative upgrade on time due to their limited IT staff and heavy workload.

We take a personal interest in understanding what’s important to the client and candidate to make that perfect match

AP Professionals of WNY conducted an extensive meeting with all stakeholders and deployed its team to manage the project without overburdening the client’s existing staff. A skilled project manager and a few contractors completed the PC upgrade within the budget and timeframe. This proved highly successful for the client, effectively addressing a critical issue their existing staff could not resolve.

Another specific scenario underscores the ability of AP Professionals of WNY to advocate for the right candidate, ensuring enduring alliance for its clients. When tasked with sourcing a candidate for a vacant position, the team recommended a suitable candidate. In the meantime, the client identified an internal resource capable of assuming the role. However, having confidence in the suitability of the recommended professional, AP Professionals of WNY engaged in persuasive discussions with client, urging them to meet the candidate. Ultimately, the proposed candidate was the perfect fit for the position, and the client was delighted with the outcome.

Whether it is about fulfilling an intricate IT challenge or a critical staffing need, AP Professionals of WNY goes beyond mere transactions for its clients, working together to build lasting connections and enduring partnerships that stand the test of time.