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Welcome to Swurl. A private, growth-centered platform where professionals can connect through mentorship, shared values and mutual support. We believe in honoring where you are. And supporting who you’re becoming.
Swurl is place that nurtures growth, and celebrates the state of change. There is no wrong place to start.
Find your people. Grow together.
No more surface level contact lists or chasing vanity metrics. Build a real support system, rooted in shared growth. Start where you are. What matters is who you become.
Connect with people who value depth over noise. Build relationships that challenge, support and inspire you. Online vetted coaches, mentors and recruiters who offer practical feedback. No generic advice or sales funnels.
Tap into curated resources, vetted coaches and meaningful discussions that move your professional journey forward.
Inspired by (the spirit of) immigrant communities, Swurl is rooted in honesty, reciprocity and practical care. We grow by lifting each other up.
Every post has a 30-day lifespan. We prioritize conversations that stay alive while they matter.
No ads. No noise. This is a space to show up as yourself. Pressure is off. Presence is real.
Why join?
With endless feeds, constant notifications and a pressure to perform - traditional social media can feel overwhelming.
Swurl isn’t about self-promotion. It’s about process, story, and progress. All shared in a calm, creative space.
Less noise, more reflection
Looking for an intentional space to explore ideas and reconnect with your curiosity?
Goal setting and vetted Guidance
Taking a leap in your career? Swurl gives you access to trusted coaches, specialists and recruiters for real support.
Genuine connection
Tired of LinkedIn, AI outreach and transactional networking? Swurl is a place to help and be helped, all through shared values.
How we create a safe space
We’re removing “corporate” from the equation. Swurl is a growth-focused networking platform designed for all, especially the overlooked or stuck professionals.
We foster a thoughtful, cross-industry community where real conversations spark real insight. Where creativity isn’t an afterthought, it’s part of how we connect.
Goal tracking and sharing
Diversify your network
Share your creativity and interests
Consult with peers, mentors, and coaches
Story behind the founders
Swurl began with a simple belief: networking should lead to real and tangible help.
It all started with an idea between co-founders Ayka and Eric - a platform that would combine the utility of Upwork with the depth of true community.
Today, Swurl is much more. It's a safe space for meaningful connections, honest feedback and quiet ambition.
“In a cold Boston basement, a Russian ceramicist named Katya gave me my first honest critique. It was blunt, but transformative. That moment taught me that real support isn’t always comfortable; But that is the foundation of real connection (support).I saw that same kind of feedback throughout my immigrant community - from my mother’s quiet generosity to late-night sessions with fellow art students. That spirit of practical, unfiltered support is what Swurl is built on.” - Aya Co-founder
It’s about the people. And it’s how we’re redesigning professional networking.
The team
Designed by a team of RISD and RIT UX specialists, Swurl is built with love, intention and experience. We’ve partnered with career coaches, tech recruiters and community leaders to offer an experience that feels truly human.
