February 21, 2025
Startup Updates

HowNow Secures £7.5M in Series A Funding to Accelerate Growth

AI-powered learning platform HowNow has successfully closed a £7.5 million Series A funding round, positioning itself for further expansion and innovation in the skills development sector.

With this fresh capital, HowNow aims to scale its operations and enhance its technology, reinforcing its commitment to transforming workplace learning. The company’s AI-driven approach helps businesses identify skills gaps and provide contextual learning opportunities in real time, a feature that has gained traction among mid-sized and enterprise-level organizations worldwide.

Recently, HowNow introduced HowNow AI, a suite of intelligent AI agents designed to map, measure, and bridge skills gaps by offering personalized learning experiences. This innovation aligns with the growing need for dynamic workforce upskilling, ensuring employees gain relevant knowledge when they need it the most.

As part of its growth strategy, HowNow has strengthened its leadership team with key hires:

  • Sam Lawton as Head of Customer Experience
  • Chris Chesterman as Head of Sales
  • Kunal Gala as Head of Engineering

Additionally, Michael Whitfield, founder and former CEO of Thomsons Online Benefits, has joined as Chairman of the Board, bringing extensive industry expertise.

Founded by Nelson Sivalingam, HowNow currently serves customers in over 30 countries and operates with a team of 75 employees across its London and Mumbai offices. The company’s focus on AI-powered skills development makes it a key player in the future of workplace learning.

This latest funding round will further solidify HowNow’s position as a leading force in the evolving edtech and corporate learning space, driving innovation and skill-based growth for businesses worldwide.