About Working Capital Academy
Practical Training. Real-World Results.
At Working Capital Academy, we make the world’s best working capital training accessible to everyone — not just big corporations.
For over 25 years, our methods have been used by large companies and trusted by 100,000+ professionals worldwide. Now, the same practical playbooks and tools are available for students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
Our mission is simple: help you unlock cash, strengthen financial control, and accelerate your career or business success in today’s competitive world.
Johan Nordström — Founder of Working Capital Academy
Johan Nordström is a seasoned finance executive and restructuring advisor with over 30 years of experience leading high-stakes turnarounds, cash flow optimization, and operational improvements for multinational corporations, lenders, and private equity stakeholders.
As the Founder of Working Capital Academy, Johan is committed to making worldclass financial expertise accessible to individuals and small businesses — equipping them with the same tools and insights traditionally reserved for large corporations
Over his career, he has designed and implemented working capital improvement programs that freed up billions in cash, reduced waste, and strengthened financial resilience across industries. His leadership roles at EY, AlixPartners, and other top-tier advisory firms, together with hands-on entrepreneurial ventures, give him a rare blend of boardroom strategy and practical execution.
For several years, Johan also taught “Working Capital in Practice” to master’s students at the Stockholm School of Economics — passing on real-world insights to the next generation of financial leaders.
This depth of expertise — proven in both stable and crisis conditions — is what underpins the Academy’s mission: to deliver actionable, results-driven knowledge that creates lasting impact.
What is Working Capital Academy?
Working Capital Academy delivers battle-tested training in working capital management — the same proven methods used by global corporations to boost cash flow, strengthen control, and drive performance.
Trusted by 100,000+ professionals worldwide, our self-paced courses are designed by industry experts and built on decades of real-world finance and operations experience.
Now open to students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses, our programs empower you to upskill, reskill, and achieve measurable results — whether that means landing your first job, accelerating your career, or unlocking cash in your business.
Why Working Capital Matters
Working capital is the engine that keeps every business moving — powering daily operations and fueling long-term growth.
When managed effectively, it:
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Unlocks cash and liquidity
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Reduces financial stress
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Strengthens performance and growth
Whether you’re building your career or running a company, mastering working capital helps you make smarter decisions and secure sustainable success.
âś“ Real-world expertise
âś“ Proven methodology
âś“ Immediate applicability
Our Mission and Story
Working Capital Academy was founded to make high-impact working capital training accessible to everyone — not just employees of large corporations. We believe the same knowledge that drives performance in the world’s top companies should be available to anyone who wants to learn, grow, and make smarter financial decisions.
Through hands-on application and partnerships with leading international companies in manufacturing, supply chain, and industrial sectors, the content grew richer and more practical.
Expert educators redesigned and digitized the curriculum to meet the needs of modern learners — flexible, interactive, and self-paced.
Working Capital Academy now brings this battle-tested corporate training to individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses — empowering anyone to upskill, reskill, and perform smarter.
100,000+ Professionals Trained
Proven methodology, now available to everyone