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Vangel Ivanov Named Among Top 25 Startup CEOs for H1 2025 by The Founder Square

We’re proud to announce that Vangel Ivanov, CEO of barKoder, has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Startup CEOs for H1 2025 by The Founder Square. This honor highlights visionary leaders driving innovation, growth, and impact in their industries — and Vangel’s journey is a true example of that spirit.  He is but one of 25 nominees leading other prestigious start-ups: 

 

 

 

From Archaeology to High-Tech Innovation 

 

Vangel’s story is far from ordinary. Originally trained as an archaeologist, he took an unexpected turn into the world of data capture and barcode scanning technology back in 2012. Over the years, his unique blend of analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and passion for technology led him to build barKoder — a global leader in software-based barcode scanning solutions. 

 

 

Revolutionizing Barcode Scanning 

 

Under Vangel’s leadership, barKoder has transformed the way businesses approach barcode scanning — from retail and logistics to healthcare and manufacturing. By offering cross-platform SDKs, enterprise-grade performance, and cutting-edge features like MatrixScan for 2D barcodes and Segment Decoding for 1D codes, barKoder has helped companies worldwide achieve faster scanning, higher accuracy, and seamless integration across their systems. 

 

A Recognition of Vision and Impact 

 

Being listed among The Founder Square’s Top 25 Startup CEOs is not just a personal milestone for Vangel — it’s a recognition of barKoder’s mission to make fast, reliable, and versatile barcode scanning accessible to every business. This achievement reflects years of dedication, relentless innovation, and a strong commitment to empowering companies with tools that make operations smoother and more efficient. 

 

Looking Ahead 

 

With barKoder’s continued expansion and the constant evolution of barcode technology, Vangel remains focused on pushing the limits of what’s possible. As industries increasingly rely on mobile-first, AI-enhanced, and IoT-integrated scanning solutions, barKoder is poised to play an even bigger role in shaping the future of data capture. Congratulations, Vangel, on this well-deserved recognition!

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