Uptake, a renowned data analytics provider focused on optimizing fleet and industrial machine maintenance, has announced the appointment of Adam McElhinney as its new Chief Executive Officer.
McElhinney, a seasoned leader in data science and analytics, rejoins Uptake after a tenure as Chief Data Science Officer and Vice President of Insights at Paylocity. During his time at Paylocity, he led diverse teams comprising data scientists, engineers, and product managers, significantly advancing the company’s data capabilities.
Before his role at Paylocity, McElhinney was pivotal at Uptake, leading the data science team and developing innovative industrial data analytics tools as one of the first 25 employees of the company. “I could not be more excited to rejoin Uptake and lead its next phase of growth,” McElhinney remarked. “In addition to expanding the company’s footprint in the transportation space, I will work closely with Uptake’s current customers, who want to leverage their investments in telematics and sensor data to gain even more insights across their fleets and existing assets.”
Uptake harnesses artificial intelligence and machine learning to empower top fleets globally, enabling them to make informed decisions that enhance safety, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. Under McElhinney’s leadership, Uptake is set to roll out new product enhancements, including a suite of tire monitoring solutions and a comprehensive dashboard for in-depth fleet subsystem analysis.
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Brad Keywell, Uptake’s co-founder and executive chairman, expressed his enthusiasm about McElhinney’s return. “I am so proud to welcome back Adam to the Uptake team. He first joined as a data science leader and we are excited to appoint him as CEO. This is another reflection of our commitment to AI and to excellence in data-driven insights for our customers.”
McElhinney is recognized for his extensive research in machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), and big data technology, with 19 patents filed in these areas. His career also includes roles as an Adjunct Professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology and accolades such as the 2018 Technologist of the Year by the Illinois Technology Association.
This leadership change coincides with Uptake’s third recognition on the Crain’s Chicago Business list of Most Innovative Companies, highlighting its continued dedication to advancing predictive analytics and maintenance technologies.
