Nayreen Akhtar

Nayreen has 8+ years of experience across venture capital, M&A, and private markets. At Unreasonable, she is part of the Portfolio & Investment team, leading our venture selection efforts.

Previously at 2150 VC, Nayreen deployed $50M into early-stage climate tech startups, contributing to a 60% uplift in fund valuation. Her investments have collectively raised $260M to date, and the broader portfolio achieved 1M tonnes of CO2e avoided or removed in 2024. Earlier in her career, Nayreen spearheaded fintech investment strategy for BGC Group (a $5B firm), advised on landmark Energy & Power M&A transactions including Maersk Oil’s $8B sale to Total at Rothschild & Co, and supported UHNW clients with $3B+ AUM at Goldman Sachs.

Nayreen is a happy rebel, a truth seeker and fiercely passionate about her convictions. She thrives at the intersection of purpose and progress, and is motivated by a more humane and sustainable future. 

Nayreen holds a First Class Honours Degree in Economics & Management, CFA Level I and was selected for the Newton Venture Capital Fellowship at London Business School.