case study
Dual-Use Tech Startup: Program Manager to COO in 6 Months

32 Days
From intake to hire — speed was critical for this SoCal defense startup
32 Days
From intake to hire — speed was critical for this SoCal defense startup
537
Screened
85
Contacted
23
Interviewed
1
Hired
The Challenge
A SoCal-based defense tech startup needed a Program Manager urgently. The sector was heating up and speed was critical to maintaining competitive advantage.
Our Search
Over 30 days, TMV screened 537 candidates, reached out to 85, conducted 23 in-depth interviews, and submitted 7 qualified finalists to the client.
The Results
Within 6 months, the placed candidate was promoted to COO. The company was subsequently selected for Silicon Valley Defense Group’s Top 100 Startups list.
Outcome
Candidate promoted to COO within 6 months. Company named SVDG Top 100 Startup.

