Raihan I.

London, UK

Empowering Founders to Scale with Confidence: Fractional Leader & Strategic Architect for High-Velocity Growth

Raihan Islam champions entrepreneurial success as a transformative advisory leader, merging extensive experience in product management, cybersecurity, legal, and operations into a cohesive force for scaling startups. Leading by example at High-Velocity Startups, Raihan constructs and deploys the revolutionary Velocity OS™ to foster systematized growth. His work extends beyond business—advocating for Ukrainian sovereignty, veteran mental health, and ethical governance. With over 25 years in diverse global roles, Raihan's strategic insight and versatile expertise offer founders not just growth, but the ability to make a profound impact.

Raihan I.

Work

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Experience

  • Fusion Flow Software

    Fusion Flow Software

    Chief Operating Officer

    Jan 2024 - Present

    Fusion Flow Software, a Microsoft Partner, optimizes Dynamics 365 ERP solutions to transform enterprises.

    • Played a pivotal role in securing projects that increased client revenue by 40% by optimizing ERP processes.
    • Introduced AI-driven models that enhanced data-driven insights, saving clients $500K in cloud costs annually.
    • Launched a new service line focused on ERP customization, which accounted for a 25% increase in company revenue.
  • High-Velocity Startups

    High-Velocity Startups

    Principal Advisor

    Oct 2023 - Present

    High-Velocity Startups, under defineXTEND Ltd, accelerates startups towards profitability and frees owners to focus on impact.

    • Transformed operational efficiency for multiple 7-figure businesses, allowing owners to focus on profit and impact, resulting in a 20% increase in net profit margins.
    • Implemented the STRIVE™ Method, boosting startup momentum and achieving key milestones 50% faster than previous timelines.
    • Expanded advisory services, leading to a 35% increase in client acquisition and securing more than £2 million in additional funding for startups.
  • defineXTEND

    defineXTEND

    Managing Director

    Aug 2023 - Present

    defineXTEND is a consultancy offering legal, technology, and management services to drive business growth.

    • Integrated services from Inspire Creative IT and build AI-driven products, improving client satisfaction by 30%.
    • Kept co-founder alignment and strategy on track, mitigating risks and fostering smooth project execution.
    • Implemented dispute resolution strategies that resolved 90% of conflicts at board level, enhancing governance.
  • Everything Will Be Ukraine / Все буде Україна

    Everything Will Be Ukraine / Все буде Україна

    Co-Founder and Co-Organizer

    Feb 2022 - Present

    Everything will be Ukraine is an information resource started after Russia expanded its war. It inspires donations to make a difference in Ukraine.

    • Co-founded a platform to boost transparency and encourage donor confidence, leading to a substantial increase in funding for critical needs.
    • Led a team of volunteers to streamline the supply delivery process, enhancing efficiency by 30%.
    • Developed a robust social media campaign that increased engagement by 150%, spreading awareness and mobilizing resources effectively.
  • Inspire Creative IT

    Inspire Creative IT

    Non Executive Director

    Mar 2021 - Present

    Inspire Creative IT delivers sophisticated tech solutions for small businesses with creative integration.

  • Novark Technologies, Inc.™

    Novark Technologies, Inc.™

    Revenue & Ops Partner

    Aug 2024 - Sep 2025

    Novark Technologies, Inc. is a U.S.-based provider of custom thermal management solutions.

    • Facilitated the launch of new thermal management products, capturing a 15% market share within six months.
    • Streamlined revenue operations processes, reducing response times to client inquiries by 25%.
    • Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance product design, increasing product efficiency by 20%.
  • Cyberplex

    Cyberplex

    Advisor

    Jan 2023 - Jul 2025

    Cyberplex designs solar-centered, disaster-resistant, and grid-optional homes using cutting-edge technology.

  • defineXTEND

    defineXTEND

    Non Executive Director

    Mar 2021 - Aug 2023

  • Korbis

    Korbis

    Advisor

    Mar 2021 - Jul 2025

    Korbis connects jobsite risks to solutions in construction.

  • Korbis

    Korbis

    Advisor and Consultant

    Mar 2018 - Mar 2021

  • Creative Concrete

    Creative Concrete

    Advisor

    Mar 2018 - Jul 2025

    Creative Concrete is a leading architectural and industrial concrete company in Minot, ND.

  • Inspire Creative IT

    Inspire Creative IT

    Managing Director

    Aug 2012 - Mar 2021

    • Founded a consulting business that expanded to serve clients in over 5 countries, enhancing international presence significantly.
    • Developed over 50 software projects, streamlining operations for SMEs across different industries.
    • Provided comprehensive business advisory services, resulting in a 40% improvement in client business operations.
  • defineXTEND

    defineXTEND

    Director and Key Architect

    Dec 2000 - Mar 2021

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