Neil Ballantyne

Product Director at Busuu

Neil Ballantyne has extensive experience in product management and learning experience roles. Neil is currently working at Busuu as a Product Director. Before this role, they were the Head of Learning Experience and Lead Product Manager at Busuu, where they played a vital role in developing the world's best language learning platform. Neil has a strong track record of increasing user engagement and conversion through implementing innovative features and AI-driven tools. Prior to their work at Busuu, they held various positions at the British Council, including Mobile Learning Manager and e-Learning Consultant. In these roles, they demonstrated expertise in mobile app development, product lifecycle management, and instructional design. Neil also has experience as a teacher of English and ICT coordinator. Neil is known for their data-driven approach, strong analytical skills, and their ability to create user-centered designs.

Neil Ballantyne completed a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Geography at Anglia Ruskin University from 1993 to 1996. Neil later pursued a Master of Arts degree in Digital technologies, communication, and education from The University of Manchester, which they obtained between 2007 and 2010. Neil also holds a Delta (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification from Cambridge English Language Assessment, but the specific date of acquisition is not provided.

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Timeline

  • Product Director

    October, 2022 - present

  • Head Of Learning Experience

    January, 2022

  • Lead Product Manager Learning Experience

    January, 2020

  • Senior Product Manager Learning Experience

    August, 2017