
Ifti Akbar
CCO & Co-founder

Ifti’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in a passion for building lasting relationships and a drive to help ambitious businesses overcome the barriers to growth. As Chief Commercial Officer and Co-Founder of Fuse Capital Group, Ifti leads the company’s origination and commercial strategy, ensuring that every client engagement is grounded in insight, integrity, and opportunity.
Together with Russell, Ifti bootstrapped a start-up from the ground up, transforming it into a multi-million-pound enterprise that ultimately attracted the attention of a private equity acquirer. Throughout this journey, Ifti experienced firsthand the challenges that fast-growing companies face—especially the limited debt options available to scale-ups in the UK compared to the US. He was particularly struck by traditional banks’ lack of understanding and appetite for the tech sector, a frustration that fueled his determination to make a difference.
Motivated by these hard-earned lessons, Ifti set out to help fellow entrepreneurial CEOs and CFOs navigate the complexities of financing growth. In 2013, he co-founded Fuse Capital, channeling his expertise and experience into creating tailored debt solutions that empower businesses to reach their next level.
Known for his ability to forge strong, enduring relationships, Ifti brings a personal touch to every deal. His story is one of resilience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to helping others succeed—a spirit that lies at the heart of Fuse Capital Group.