From the Founder
I’m Patrick Bostwick and I’ve been on every side of the career equation: robotics engineer, Michelin-level chef under Gordon Ramsay, executive recruiter for Disney and Activision, and founding member of Striking Distance Studios.
I’ve moved for jobs, been laid off, changed industries, and started over. I’ve been in your shoes.
The truth? LinkedIn, Indeed, AI job boards and recruiter tools aren’t helping — they’re hurting us.
The human connection that drives great careers and strong companies is disappearing behind algorithms and paywalls.
I truly did this to fix that.
For candidates: Apply directly to employers. not just the ones an algorithm decides you should see.
For employers: Stop paying for job boards! Access the full / live in motion talent market.
We’re using AI differently: not to replace people, but to power the future for good, for sanity.
After 4 years of building, Upscale Recruiting is now the central hub where the right people meet the right company
Built for people. Built for companies. Built for the future of work.
Our Values
We break down barriers, connect people directly, and build trust through openness, integrity, and innovation.
So everyone wins in hiring.
Human Connection
Recruiting is about people, not algorithms or black-box systems. We value real conversations, authentic relationships, and human judgment above all else.
Open Access
We believe opportunity should never be gated. Every employer and every candidate deserves direct, barrier-free access to each other.
Impact
Our goal is to make a positive impact, helping businesses grow and individuals achieve their career ambitions through strategic hiring.
Boldness
We embrace innovation and take bold steps to solve challenges, empowering our clients and candidates to reach new heights.
Results-Driven
We’re obsessed with outcomes, not processes. We measure our success by the quality of the hires and career moves we help create.
Empowerment
We put control back in your hands—giving both employers and candidates the freedom to act, apply, hire, and connect on their own terms.