Patrick Newell

Patrick Newell is currently serving as the Co-national Project Manager at the OECD Development, where he focuses on educational initiatives and innovative learning frameworks. He has a rich background in education and community development, having resided in Japan for over 30 years and traveled to more than 90 countries.

Professional Background

• Co-founder of Tokyo International School: Established in 1995, this school serves as a model for 21st-century education, catering to students from 45 different countries.
• Founder of Living Dreams: An NPO founded in 2006 aimed at enriching the lives of orphans in Japan.
• TEDx Organizer: Launched TEDxTokyo in 2008, which was the first TEDx event outside the USA, focusing on innovative ideas from Japan and beyond.
• Documentary Creator: Produced "21:21," a short film aligning modern learning with contemporary educational needs.

Contributions to Education

Newell has developed various learning models and frameworks designed to shift mindsets across different age groups, from young children to senior executives. His work emphasizes the integration of technology with human and natural elements to foster collective intelligence.

Recent Initiatives

In September 2017, he hosted the SingularityU Japan Summit, marking a significant event in Japan focused on exponential technological change. His organization, the 21 Foundation, collaborates with major companies to advance learning methodologies and support innovative projects.

For more details about his professional journey, you can visit his LinkedIn profile .1