Proof of Usefulness Report

The Pinnacle Companies

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+413
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The Pinnacle Companies is a well-established, high-revenue construction and property management group in Summit County, CO (est. 2005, Inc. 5000 recognized). While the project demonstrates exceptional real-world utility and strong financial traction (~$17M revenue, ~125 employees), the submission suffers from poor quality evidence (e.g., claiming 'everyone' as the audience and 'most people' have used it). It is a non-technical business, resulting in a low innovation score, but its operational scale justifies a score significantly above the calibration baseline despite the lack of software focus.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+40
Technical Innovation+15
Evidence Of Traction+106.25
Market Timing Relevance+60
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+443.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.93
Final Score+413

Project Details

Project URL
thepinnaclecompanies.com
Description
The Pinnacle Companies has a singular mission - Enhancing the Lives of Others. We create beautiful spaces that bring people together, cultivating relationships between people and the places they love. Our businesses include Pinnacle Mountain Homes, Collective Design, Pinnacle Lodging and VisitBreck. While we span a variety of industries, we are in a category of our own: vacation homes. Together, we offer an elevated experience designing, building, furnishing, managing, and renting thoughtful and luxurious spaces. Established in 2005, The Pinnacle Companies have been recognized locally and nationally, including INC Magazine’s list of “Fastest Growing Companies in America,” Builder Magazine’s “America’s Best Builder,” The NAHB’s “Best in American Living,” Mountain Living’s, “List of Top Architects and Designers,” Summit Chamber’s “Best Place To Work”, “Colorado Companies to Watch,” and have won over 50 Parade of Homes awards. For more information, visit thepinnaclecompanies.com

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