Glīd won Startup Battlefield 2025 by building solutions to make logistis simpler, safer, and smarter

Glīd, a logistics infrastructure startup founded by Kevin Damoa, won the Startup Battlefield 2025 competition by developing hardware and software solutions aimed at simplifying the complex process of container shipment, particularly the challenging transfer of cargo between road and rail transport. Damoa’s experience in the U.S. Army, where he worked on loading military vehicles onto railroads, inspired the company’s mission to address inefficiencies in logistics. The team launched three products nearly simultaneously and successfully demonstrated them live on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage, overcoming significant software development challenges despite limited resources. Following their victory, Glīd is leveraging the prize money and momentum to accelerate growth, including launching a pilot project with Great Plains Industrial Park and preparing to release their next product, Glīder. The company is actively hiring across various roles through an organic, mission-driven recruitment process that emphasizes mindfulness and focus. Damoa’s leadership style reflects this human-centric approach, fostering a team culture that balances intense dedication with well-being. The