The Seattle region is witnessing the emergence of several innovative startups, each addressing unique challenges in their respective industries. Notably, Barkie, a sports tech company, aims to enhance the golfing experience by digitizing scorecards. Founded in 2025, the startup is set to launch next month and plans to incorporate social features in its app.
Another promising venture, Gatein, is also established in 2025 and focuses on automating port operations through AI and computer vision. Targeting small and medium-sized ports, Gatein seeks to provide access to automation that has typically been unavailable to them. The company is currently working on a project in Europe.
Leadership at Barkie is in the hands of CEO Dane Renkert, a competitive golfer with a background in sales, while Gatein is led by Bernardo Mendez-Arista, who has extensive experience in product management. Both startups are part of a growing trend in Seattle's tech landscape, where innovation is increasingly linked to traditional industries.