Meet our CEO,
Nelson Sivalingam

Driving Learning, Skills, and Innovation at HowNow
Nelson Sivalingam, CEO of HowNow, speaking at a learning and development event
Nelson Sivalingam speaks with Penny Simpson at Learning Technologies
Nelson Sivalingam delivering a keynote on workplace learning at an L&D event
The face of HowNow

A recognised leader in tech and learning

Nelson Sivalingam is the CEO and co-founder of HowNow, the intelligent learning platform helping modern businesses close skills gaps and deliver learning in the flow of work. A British author, podcaster, public speaker, entrepreneur, and film-maker, Nelson brings a unique mix of creativity, business insight, and human-centred leadership to HowNow.

He is also the host of L&D Disrupt, HowNow’s podcast exploring the future of learning, skills, and development across organisations.
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Top 30 Young Innovative Founders in the UK by Virgin Media Business.

Recognised as a 2025 Inspiring Leader for building trust-led, people-first workplaces.

Featured in The LDC Top 50 UK Most Ambitious Business Leaders (‘One to Watch’, 2025)

Leading Speaker

Learning, AI & Entrepreneurship

Nelson is a sought-after speaker on learning, AI and the future of work, known for challenging outdated thinking and making complex ideas refreshingly clear.

He’s spoken at some of the UK’s biggest L&D events, including Learning Technologies and World ofLearning, sharing practical insights grounded in real-world experience.
Popular speaking topics include:
• The Death of the LMS
• How AI is supercharging L&D
• Transforming learning with AI-powered Coaching
• Building fast-growing start-ups and raising investments

Expect bold opinions, honest conversations, and ideas that make organisations rethink how learning actually works at work.
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Leading Speaker

Learning, AI & Entrepreneurship

Nelson is a sought-after speaker on learning, AI and the future of work, known for challenging outdated thinking and making complex ideas refreshingly clear.

He’s spoken at some of the UK’s biggest L&D events, including Learning Technologies and World of Learning, sharing practical insights grounded in real-world experience.
Popular speaking topics include:
• The Death of the LMS
• How AI is supercharging L&D
• Transforming learning with AI-powered Coaching
• Building fast-growing start-ups and raising investments

Expect bold opinions, honest conversations, and ideas that make organisations rethink how learning actually works at work.
Upcoming events →
Highlights from Nelson’s sessions
Leading Author

Learning at Speed

During the Covid-19 pandemic, Nelson wrote his first book, Learning at Speed: How to Upskill and Reskill Your Workforce at Pace to Drive Business Performance. The book provides practical guidance for organisations looking to accelerate learning and improve performance.

Nelson wrote the book to emphasise the importance of continuous learning—not just for businesses, but for society at large. He believes that knowledge, skills, and mindset are the key factors that enable societies to tackle global challenges like climate change, poverty, and inequality.

Published by Kogan Page in 2022, the book was shortlisted for the GetAbstract International Book Awards 2023.
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Learning at Speed book on modern workplace learning and skills
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Leading Podcaster

Host of L&D Disrupt Podcast

L&D Disrupt is the podcast for forward-thinking learning and development professionals. Every week, Nelson sits down with industry leaders to explore real challenges, smart strategies, and actionable insights that help teams close skills gaps and drive business impact. With over 25,000 listens, a 4.5/5 rating, and 1,000+ live attendees, the podcast is fast becoming a go-to resource for L&D pros across industries.

Nelson has interviewed some of the brightest minds in learning and skills, including:
• Lavinia Mehedințu – Co-Founder & Learning Architect, Offbeat
• Ross Stevenson – Chief Learning Strategist, Steal These Thoughts
• Kasper Spiro – Former CEO, EasyGenerator
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Past guests have also come from leading companies, including Investec, Lucid Group, DotDigital, and Offbeat.
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L&D Disrupt podcast by HowNow for learning and development leaders
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