Cloud Spire IT is a modern Microsoft Cloud, AI, and Managed IT consulting firm serving small and mid-sized businesses across North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and the Upper Midwest.

Co-founded by Dan Allen and Kerwin Bachoo, Cloud Spire IT blends enterprise-level expertise with the personal, relationship-driven support that local businesses deserve.

We help organizations modernize with Microsoft 365, migrate to Azure, strengthen cybersecurity, adopt AI responsibly, and build technology foundations that scale with their growth.

To empower small and mid-sized businesses with secure, intelligent, and future-ready technology — delivered with integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to real business outcomes.

We believe technology should make work easier, not more complicated.
Our mission is to simplify IT, improve efficiency, and help teams do their best work.

Cloud Spire IT was founded by two leaders with complementary strengths, a shared vision, and a passion for modern technology.

After years of working in IT, cloud transformation, and enterprise operations, Dan and Kerwin saw a consistent problem in the Midwest business community:

• Technology was underutilized
   
• Security was behind modern standards
   
• Microsoft 365 environments were misconfigured
   
• AI was emerging fast — but businesses lacked guidance
   
• SMBs didn’t have access to strategic, senior-level IT leadership
   

Rather than join another large MSP, they built a modern alternative:

A boutique Microsoft Cloud consultancy that brings enterprise-grade expertise to SMBs — without enterprise-level complexity or cost.

Today, Cloud Spire IT exists to bridge that gap.

Cloud Spire IT supports organizations across:

• Small & mid-sized businesses (3–3000 employees)
   
• Agriculture
   
• Construction, industrial, and trades
   
• Healthcare & clinics
   
• Manufacturing
   
• Nonprofits

• Professional services

• Restaurant
   
• Multi-location or distributed teams
   

Local Focus: Fargo–Moorhead, West Fargo, Grand Forks, Detroit Lakes, Alexandria, Sioux Falls, and surrounding ND/SD/MN communities.

Dan is a Microsoft Cloud specialist with deep hands-on experience in modern workplace design, Azure infrastructure, cybersecurity hardening, and cloud-first business transformation.

He excels at creating clarity for small business owners — simplifying complex technology, eliminating inefficiencies, and building systems that “just work.”

Core focus areas:

• Microsoft 365 strategy & optimization
   
• Azure architecture & cloud migration
   
• Cybersecurity and identity protection
   
• AI & Copilot enablement
   
• IT roadmapping & business alignment
   

Dan brings practical, real-world experience helping organizations move from outdated systems to modern cloud environments that improve productivity, security, and scalability.

Kerwin brings enterprise-level leadership, governance, and transformation expertise to Cloud Spire IT. With a background in large-scale cloud programs, compliance frameworks, and organizational change management, he ensures every solution aligns to business goals and best practices.

His certifications include ITIL, TOGAF, and Prosci, and he has led technology programs across heavily regulated industries.

Core focus areas:

• AI strategy & roadmap design
   
• Cloud governance & compliance
   
• Organizational change management
   
• Modern work & digital transformation
   
• Program leadership & high-impact initiatives
   

Kerwin ensures clients not only adopt new technology — but successfully implement, scale, and sustain it.

Cloud Spire IT operates using a core leadership + specialized contractor model, allowing clients to receive senior-level expertise without enterprise pricing.

Our delivery approach includes:

• Direct involvement from both founders
   
• Trusted Microsoft-certified contractors for specialized workloads
   
• Strategic oversight with hands-on implementation
   
• Clear communication and transparent project management
   

This model allows us to stay agile, affordable, and highly effective for SMBs.

 Security-First
We prioritize secure identity, access, configuration, and governance in everything we deliver.

 Partnership Over Vendor Relationships
We operate as an extension of your team, not a distant service provider.

Practical, Proven Solutions
We deploy what works — not what’s trendy.

 Transparency & Integrity
Clear communication, clear pricing, no surprises.

 Future-Focused
AI, automation, and innovation are central to helping clients stay competitive.

• Two senior-level consultants — not junior techs
   
• Deep Microsoft 365, Azure, AI, and security expertise
   
• Local ND/SD/MN support with enterprise skill
   
• Modern, security-first approach
   
• Predictable pricing
   
• End-to-end transformation support
   
• Practical, business-focused solutions
   
• Fast response and personal service
   

Clients choose Cloud Spire IT because they want a partner who truly understands their business — not just their technology.

Cloud Spire IT helps you move to the cloud, secure your environment, and unlock the full value of Microsoft technology.