Sep 09, 2026
Arlo Johnston
COO at iTechnolabs
Growth Partner for Startups and Businesses | AI, SaaS and Product Scaling Expert | Board Advisor
About Arlo Johnston
I work closely with startups and businesses to turn ideas into scalable products and, more importantly, into sustainable growth engines. As Chief Operating Officer at iTechnolabs, I lead a global team focused on building high-impact AI first technology solutions across AI, SaaS, mobile, and cloud. Over the past several years, I've been directly involved in helping founders and leadership teams move from concept to product and from execution to scale.
I've worked with 800+ founders and teams, not just as a technology partner but as a growth partner — going beyond development into product thinking, go-to-market alignment, cost optimization, and long-term scalability. At iTechnolabs, we've delivered 500+ products across industries including fintech, healthtech, ecommerce, and SaaS, supporting businesses across North America, Europe, and MENA.
Education
Earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science
Experience
8+ years leading operations, delivery, and growth strategy at iTechnolabs — from concept-stage product thinking through global scale.
- COO | Growth and Product Strategy Partner for Startups, iTechnolabs Inc (Mar 2018–Present)
- At iTechnolabs, leads strategy, delivery, and growth initiatives, working closely with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises to build and scale digital products
Achievements
Recognized for operational leadership, startup ecosystem involvement, and driving product delivery at scale.
- Worked directly with 800+ founders and teams as a technology and growth partner
- Contributed to 500+ products delivered across fintech, healthtech, ecommerce, and SaaS
- Active advisor, investor, and mentor in the startup ecosystem
- Notable projects: CUApp (UPI-based app backed by NPCI, powered by YES Bank) and YapApp (video calling and group chat app)
Professional Highlights
- Driving growth and product strategy for startups, scale-ups, and enterprises
- Leading global delivery teams across AI, SaaS, mobile, and cloud
- Advising and mentoring founders across the startup ecosystem
