James Ruben

James Ruben is the founder and CEO of Hellosaurus, an interactive video platform designed for children aged 2 to 8, which emphasizes learning through participation rather than passive viewing. He founded Hellosaurus in late 2019, and the platform has been recognized for its innovative approach to children's media, earning accolades such as "Best Kids-Only Streaming Service" at the Kidscreen Awards and being named a "World Changing Idea" by Fast Company. Hellosaurus was acquired by Brilliant.org, further expanding its reach in educational content for children.14

Prior to his role at Hellosaurus, Ruben was the Head of Product at HQ Trivia, where he played a significant role in transforming the app from a prototype into a widely popular interactive entertainment platform. His career also includes a position as a product lead at Google, where he gained extensive experience in product management.124

Ruben is a Harvard University graduate and has been recognized as one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 in the Consumer Technology category for his contributions to the field. His work at Hellosaurus aims to reshape how children engage with content, making it more interactive and educational.243