Ruben Nieuwenhuis

Entrepreneur, board member, speaker on AI and polarisation, author. Builder in the Intelligence Economy. Improving critical thinking in The Netherlands. Helping organizations grow towards future-proof mental models.

📍 Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands🔄 Updated September 2026💼 2 investments📅 15 years investing🗓 Last invested Jul 2018𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
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Non Executive Board Member
Jul 2018
Growth Tribe is here to empower adults to always be learning. Our solutions ensure people & organisations can acquire the digital skills they need to adapt, stay up-to-date and in the lead! We’ve built a reputation for fast-paced, impactful & enjoyable learning, offering training & coaching in Data Science, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Growth & Marketing, Innovation, UX Design & Product Management. We’re also leading the way in learning innovation & effectiveness. Our “always be learning” platform, an extension of our training portfolio, offers users micro-learning experiences, on-demand virtual coaching with domain experts and ongoing skills assessments. Our state-of-the-art capability assessments enable a more data-driven way of learning in the flow of work, measuring both individual and team domain competency to identify & fix any skills gaps that exist Operating globally, we have supported the learning journeys of over 35,000 adults in over 1000 organisations. Our 80+ staff are dedicated to creating Europe’s best learning experiences, to empower humans to always be learning. Our culture is centred around our core philosophy - to always be learning. We maintain an inclusive workplace where learning, and teaching, are core to our values. Growth Tribe is a place that values innovation, experimentation and speed. Leading from the front isn’t easy, and often messy, so we embrace failure but ensure it compels us to learn and grow. We also encourage flexibility and transparency throughout our organisation. To learn more about Growth Tribe visit us at https://growthtribe.io Want a taste of what & how we teach? Check out - http://youtube.com/growthtribe If you’re interested in joining the team then visit https://careers.growthtribe.io/
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2021
co-founder & honorary advisor
Apr 2021
Connecting the Edtech community nationwide to accelerate learning and education innovation. Dutch Edtech is on a mission to elevate education through technology, aiming to establish the Netherlands as the world leader in impactful Edtech innovation by 2030. Based at the Marineterrein in Amsterdam, we unite a growing network of over 150 member organizations—including startups, scaleups, and thought leaders. Together, we’re shaping the future of learning by driving collaboration, knowledge sharing, and entrepreneurial growth across the Edtech ecosystem. What we do: 💪 Provide strategic support and resources that empower Edtech innovators to tackle key societal challenges—from primary education to lifelong learning. 🗣️ Advocate for the sector and facilitate cross-border connections between Edtech companies and other relevant actors. 🥂 Engage stakeholders through events like founder dinners, industry deep dives, and national forums that highlight critical Edtech trends and advancements. Ready to meet other leaders in the sector and help grow the Edtech community? If you are a founder of an edtech startup or scaleup based in the Netherlands, become a member via this form or reach out to us by email. 📊 Become a Member → dutchedtech.com/membership ✉️ info@dutchedtech.com Join us in accelerating Edtech and making a difference in education.
early stageE-learning
2020
BoerenVoorBuren
Co-Founder & Honorary Advisor
Mar 2020
2019
Managing Partner
Mar 2019
Baan beu of werkeloos? Techgrounds helpt van allereerste kennismaking met IT tot je nieuwe baan. Guide De gratis Techgrounds Guide is een overzichtelijk vertrekpunt voor je eerste kennismaking met IT. Na de Guide weet je welke IT-domeinen en -beroepen je leuk lijken. Pathways Techgrounds Pathways is de enige IT-oriëntatietraining in Nederland. Na Pathways weet je welk IT-beroep bij je past en bij welke opleider jij je wil inschrijven. Academy Techgrounds Academy leidt omscholers op tot IT-professionals, inclusief baangarantie. Na de korte en intensieve Academy ga je zonder studieschuld aan het werk, want je werkgever betaalt je opleiding.
co-founder & honorary advisor
Jan 2019
In 2030 zijn er naar schatting 120.000 banen op de markt waarvoor geen geschikt technisch personeel te vinden is. Jezelf kunnen bijscholen of zelfs omscholen in technologie is daarom nodig, maar helaas niet voor iedereen binnen handbereik. Niet iedereen is in de mogelijkheid om (terug) naar school te gaan. Je moet flink investeren; maandenlang in opleiding zijn, zelf geld betalen voor een opleiding of er een tijdje op achteruit gaan in salaris. Niet iedereen wil en kán dat. Als je een gezin te onderhouden hebt en de huur moet betalen, bedenk je je wel twee keer voordat je de stap neemt je te laten omscholen. Zo wordt de IT voor bepaalde groepen onbereikbaar, terwijl de vraag naar (potentieel) IT-talent enorm is. Dat werkt kansenongelijkheid in de hand. Daarom maakt TechMeUp een rentevrij studievoorschot mogelijk voor ondervertegenwoordigde groepen in tech, dat ze kunnen terugbetalen tegen de tijd zij een baan gevonden hebben. Zo kunnen studenten hun leven en opleiding draaiende kunnen houden tijdens het studeren.
2018
Non Executive Board Member
Jul 2018
Growth Tribe is here to empower adults to always be learning. Our solutions ensure people & organisations can acquire the digital skills they need to adapt, stay up-to-date and in the lead! We’ve built a reputation for fast-paced, impactful & enjoyable learning, offering training & coaching in Data Science, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Growth & Marketing, Innovation, UX Design & Product Management. We’re also leading the way in learning innovation & effectiveness. Our “always be learning” platform, an extension of our training portfolio, offers users micro-learning experiences, on-demand virtual coaching with domain experts and ongoing skills assessments. Our state-of-the-art capability assessments enable a more data-driven way of learning in the flow of work, measuring both individual and team domain competency to identify & fix any skills gaps that exist Operating globally, we have supported the learning journeys of over 35,000 adults in over 1000 organisations. Our 80+ staff are dedicated to creating Europe’s best learning experiences, to empower humans to always be learning. Our culture is centred around our core philosophy - to always be learning. We maintain an inclusive workplace where learning, and teaching, are core to our values. Growth Tribe is a place that values innovation, experimentation and speed. Leading from the front isn’t easy, and often messy, so we embrace failure but ensure it compels us to learn and grow. We also encourage flexibility and transparency throughout our organisation. To learn more about Growth Tribe visit us at https://growthtribe.io Want a taste of what & how we teach? Check out - http://youtube.com/growthtribe If you’re interested in joining the team then visit https://careers.growthtribe.io/
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