About Us and an Introduction to UpSearch | UpSearch

Introduction To UpSearch

To survive the COVID-19 health and economic crisis, leaders must learn to see, do, and deliver differently. The most successful leaders understand technology, specifically data and analytics, underpins the success of any strategy because to know where to go, they need to understand where they are.

UpSearch’s data engineers and analytics experts have a mission: to enable every leader to unlock data’s full potential.

We have considerable experience supporting public entities, healthcare enterprises, independent software vendors (ISV), and other essential providers. We offer full lifecycle support for Microsoft SQL Server and all its flavors, such as SQL Server in Azure (IaaS), Azure SQL DB (PaaS), Azure SQL DW (PaaS) and Analytics Platform System (APS).

We are a team of practicing thought leaders, strategic implementers and community builders. The seamless collaboration of our team, industry experts, and partners forms the backbone of our unique integrated approach to Microsoft Data Management and Analytics services.

Above all, we are passionate about enabling every leader to unlock data’s full potential.

“Leaders always deal with ambiguity. It comes with the job. We don’t just hold titles. We sometimes need to make decisions without all the information. But as soon as possible, we need leaders to make data-driven decisions. A more targeted approach often requires complex and sophisticated data platforms. UpSearch can help you design, build and maintain the right data platform for your organization.”

Shawn UpchurchFounder & CEO – UpSearch

What Others Say About UpSearch

“UpSearch has been a tremendous resource to my company since 1999. Personally, Shawn Upchurch has been instrumental in accelerating my evolution from manager to leader. Shawn excels at closing organizational, team and individual developmental gaps by intentionally managing change. We collaborated at the highest level, from global strategic planning and product positioning to the everyday minutia associated with leadership.”

Darren HudachVice President Newborn Screening, PerkinElmer

“Shawn Upchurch and the team he has put together is absolutely amazing. He truly understands recruiting and human capital and is very intelligent when it comes to business. He receives my absolute highest recommendation.”

Mark NewmanCEO, Hire Vue

“For the past decade, I’ve partnered with UpSearch to build top performing teams and accelerate my personal development. Shawn Upchurch is masterful at helping companies and individuals reach their potential. I continue to partner with Shawn because of his unique ability to remain focused on my company’s purpose, while we move between strategy and tactics to create practical and successful solutions.”

Richard McCourtDirector, Information Technology & Innovation, Oswald Companies

“Since 2006, Shawn Upchurch and his team have helped me transform cultures and navigate through multiple complex people and technology situations at two companies. Shawn is an ideal partner because of his business know-how, systems mind, integrity, work ethic and above all commitment to solving my unique business problems.”

J. Michael MooresCEO, Envalo, Inc.

“Our company has a 26 year commitment of investing in our Team Members. UpSearch helped us realize the right LMS could enhance our current commitment, thus we engaged them to facilitate the entire LMS selection process. UpSearch’s industry know-how and expertise, combined with their dedication to making sure we selected the right LMS for our unique environment, made them an ideal business partner. UpSearch remain Massey’s business partner.”

Jeff BuhlerExecutive Vice President, Massey Services, Inc.

“Shawn Upchurch has the unique ability to recognize and solve complex business and people issues before they become organizational issues. I had an opportunity to work with Shawn once a week for several months. I went through a creative process that inspired me to maximize my personal and professional potential. Now I know how to more effectively manage change and I am more prepared than ever to lead deliberately.”

Marika Kase Global Business Director, PerkinElmer

“Since 2009, we have partnered with UpSearch to get the most out of our SQL Server environment. Allen White has architected some amazing applications for my company. When Allen completes a project, I know it will be quite good. He has provided key leadership in our SQL design and infrastructure, as well as SQL mentorship to my team.”

Mike Kalman CIO, The Hartville Group

“Shawn Upchurch has a remarkable ability to identify root issues, provide practical solutions and keep others focused on “purpose.” He encourages, supports others and leads by example. Our governing board benefited greatly from his leadership.”

Dan Scott Managing Partner, Chepov & Scott, LLC

“Shawn is the rare combination of strategist and executioner. He has the innate ability to create a vision and then deliver that vision. His tireless dedication, focus and drive are what guarantee progress on any project, no matter what the hurdles. Shawn is not the consultant that advises then vacates; instead, he advises, rolls up his sleeves and forges through the trenches. As a trustee of an educational foundation, UpSearch built us a platform that made us relevant and credible. We outsourced several human capital needs to his firm and we realized results on all fronts. Effective, equitable, strategic, knowledgeable. Integrity at its finest!”

Bill ChorbaCFO, NineSigma and 2011 Crain’s CFO of the Year Award - Private Co