Proof of Usefulness Report

Iconoclast Hotels & Travel

Analysis completed on 2/10/2026

+25
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Iconoclast Hotels & Travel is a verified boutique hospitality consultancy based in Europe, not a technology project. The submission contains significant inaccuracies, including a false traction claim ('most people have used my product'), inflated team size (claimed 30, reality ~2-3), and confusing revenue metrics ('marketcap'). While the business has genuine utility as a niche B2B service provider, it lacks technical innovation and scalability. The low score reflects the non-technical nature of the business and the poor quality of the data provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+40.0
Audience Reach Impact+5.0
Technical Innovation+2.5
Evidence Of Traction+20.0
Market Timing Relevance+60.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+22.63
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+25

Project Details

Description
Welcome to Iconoclast Hotels & Travel, a business development company founded by Matilde Haour Ayala in 2022. Driven by her contagious energy, extensive knowledge of high-end hospitality, and a network of the la crème de la crème of the travel industry worldwide, Iconoclast embodies Matilde’s passion for reshaping luxury travel and empowering travel brands with bold creativity and a free spirit. Our offerings include Sales Strategy, Global Markets Representation, Consultancy, Revenue Management, and more — all designed to elevate your brand. Think of us as your dedicated sales department, providing outsourced services with a consultant's perspective, all focused on your success. We love empowering our curated luxury collection and driving long-term revenue growth. Prioritizing quality over quantity, we help businesses grow — strategically, exponentially, consistently, and consciously. With a dynamic team working remotely from Lisbon & Porto (PT), Madrid (ES), Rome (IT), and Lyon (FR), we ensure you stay ahead of market trends. Our collection showcases purposeful storytelling, a strong sense of place, a conscious approach, and genuine top-notch service. Join us on this exciting journey as we redefine luxury travel. We are proud to be both an XO Private Representation Master and a Connections Leader. Empowering Travel Brands, Redefining Luxury.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline