Ruben Nieuwenhuis is a social entrepreneur and thought leader in the intersection of technology, education, and societal innovation. As co-founder of initiatives like Techgrounds, CupolaXS, TechMeUp, and DutchEdTech, Ruben has been instrumental in driving inclusive tech education and fostering innovation ecosystems. A former director of StartupAmsterdam and co-author of StartupCity, Ruben empowers leaders to think and act like startups to solve public and private challenges.
In his TEDx talk, Out of Your Bubble: Rethinking Our Mental Models, Ruben dives into the invisible barriers created by personal and societal bubbles. He unpacks how these bubbles contribute to polarization and presents a bold yet practical approach to stepping out of them. Through compelling stories and a fresh perspective on critical thinking, Ruben challenges the audience to embrace open-mindedness and collaborative reasoning to tackle complex global challenges.
Ruben’s talk is a call to action for individuals and communities to refine how we think, connect, and solve problems—together.
In a world of rapid technological change, Ruben Nieuwenhuis invites us to REBOOT our mindsets, challenging us to break free from our bubbles and embrace a more inclusive, innovative future.