Proof of Usefulness Report

SwingSearch

Analysis completed on 2/18/2026

+535
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

SwingSearch is a verified, high-performing executive search firm with significant revenue (~$14M/year) and multiple Inc. 5000 recognitions. While the submission contained confusing errors (Project Name 'StarFang', false claims of 'everyone' using the product), the underlying business demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and traction in the startup ecosystem. The score is limited primarily by the lack of proprietary technology (it is a service business) and the low quality of the specific data entry fields.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+96.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+170.0
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+568.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.94
Final Score+535

Project Details

Project URL
Description
SwingSearch was founded in 2005 when CEO & Founder, Jennifer Loftus, saw that the standard recruiting agency model did not offer the network and talent that startups and high-growth companies in Silicon Valley needed. Since then, the SwingSearch team has doubled down on finding talent with ‘Startup DNA’; the determination, perseverance, and grit that modern leaders need to build companies and lead in ambiguity. Today, the world’s best venture capitalists lean on SwingSearch to place leaders at the game-changing companies they invest in. We are a team of 46, distributed across the country with a remote-first team culture. The SwingSearch team is made up of senior, experienced recruiters, executive researchers and startup operators who have scaled companies from Seed to IPO and understand the dynamic skills and characteristics it requires to lead in startup mode. In 2022 & 2023, SwingSearch was listed on the Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing companies. It has also been recognized and certified by the Great Place to Work Institute.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
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