Building the next generation of industrial asset management

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Bent Krause is a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services. He has over 7 years of experience in DevOps engineering and solutions architecture.
He works with customers in the manufacturing industry and supports them on their journey to digital innovation.
Prior to joining AWS, Bent focused on building container platforms that abstract complexity for developers and optimize their processes.

Bent Krause is a Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services. He has over 7 years of experience in DevOps engineering and solutions architecture. He works with customers in the manufacturing industry and supports them on their journey to digital inno... Show more

James brings to you over 35 years of experience in the coatings industry, primarily in General Industrial, Marine Coatings, Protective Coatings and Linings for Water and Waste Treatment Facilities. He is active in AWWA, and he has been a member for over 25 Years. He is AMPP Certified as a Senior Coatings Inspector (#8970), and a SSPC Certified Concrete Coating Inspector (#29820). Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, loves fishing, and hanging out with his two dogs.

James brings to you over 35 years of experience in the coatings industry, primarily in General Industrial, Marine Coatings, Protective Coatings and Linings for Water and Waste Treatment Facilities. He is active in AWWA, and he has been a member for ... Show more

Christopher Walcutt is a former network architect with 25 years of experience in security, risk, and compliance leadership. His expertise is predominantly in the energy, utility, smart grid, and manufacturing sectors, specializing in industrial controls architecture, management consulting, and breach and incident handling. He has provided services to a wide variety of enterprise clients, including some of the world’s largest energy, engineering, manufacturing, and water companies, and has advised CISO’s offices and Boards of Directors globally.

Chris served in leadership roles at Constellation Energy, SunGard, and Black & Veatch, where he was responsible for cybersecurity and management consulting for NERC CIP, NRC, smart grid, and NIST compliance.

Christopher Walcutt is a former network architect with 25 years of experience in security, risk, and compliance leadership. His expertise is predominantly in the energy, utility, smart grid, and manufacturing sectors, specializing in industrial contr... Show more

Allie G. is a recognized thought leader in portfolio management, currently serving as the Enterprise Portfolio Management Service Leader at Dow, a Fortune 500 materials science company. With extensive experience in leading enterprise portfolio management, Allie understands that strong portfolio management requires a blend of leadership, business acumen, and technical skills, all built on a solid foundation of project and program management.
Allie believes that a robust management system is essential for facilitating effective portfolio management and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and key results. As a passionate speaker, Allie shares best practices in program and portfolio management, offering practical insights on implementing management systems and helping organizations adopt a strong prioritization framework.

Other areas of focus include:
▪ Business model, product, and value proposition design. (Strategyzer)
▪ Portfolio management, digital transformation strategy, and product roadmap development. (PMI)
▪ Partnership with executive level stakeholders to drive vision and change. (ADKAR)
▪ Management of global, cross- functional programs and projects with high levels of complexity and dependencies across business areas. (Agile/Scrum, Waterfall/SDLC)
▪ Customer experience design and business process improvement. (Lean, Journey Mapping, Design Thinking)
▪ Partnership with subject matter experts to drive new processes, products, and software implementations. (Requirements Elicitation, Rapid Prototyping)

Allie G. is a recognized thought leader in portfolio management, currently serving as the Enterprise Portfolio Management Service Leader at Dow, a Fortune 500 materials science company. With extensive experience in leading enterprise portfolio manage... Show more

Ben Gould – Designing at the Edge of Innovation: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Bringing Ideas to Life

With over 15 years of experience as a senior industrial designer, Ben Gould has shaped the future of products across virtually every category—consumer packaged goods, toys, housewares, fashion, eVTOL, and beyond. Currently designing for Kickr Design, Ben is known not only for his deep technical mastery in CAD, prototyping, and 3D visualization, but for his rare talent: giving bold ideas form and soul through storytelling, sketching, and user-centered thinking.

Ben’s talk offers an unvarnished look at what it truly takes to get a product to market—from early napkin sketch to factory floor. Drawing on high-stakes experiences from both startups and global brands, he shares the trials, breakthroughs, and hidden lessons of industrial design in a competitive, fast-moving world.

Whether leading the development of award-winning STEM toys like Smart Circuits—used by thousands of families to teach electronics—or managing cross-functional teams to deliver durable, joyful, and market-ready products, Ben balances creativity with strategy, heart with rigor.

A passionate advocate for meaningful play and value-driven design, Ben also brings a personal lens to his work as a parent and toy expert. He believes every object has a story to tell—and that good design helps people discover it.

Ideal for audiences interested in design for manufacturing, product innovation, the toy industry, or the intersection of design and storytelling, Ben’s presentations inspire both aspiring designers and seasoned professionals to reimagine what’s possible.

Topics Include:

Designing for Manufacturing: From Sketch to Shelf

Creating Toys That Teach: Lessons from the STEM Aisle

Brainstorm Better: Techniques for Facilitating Ideation with Your Team

The Generalist: Learning the Skills to Become Recession-Proof

The Future of Industrial Design: Craft, Tech & Connection

Contact: ben.gould@brightblot.com
Keywords: #CPG #toys #industrialdesign #humancentereddesign #3Ddesign #solidworks

Ben Gould – Designing at the Edge of Innovation: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Bringing Ideas to Life With over 15 years of experience as a senior industrial designer, Ben Gould has shaped the future of products across virtually every category—consu... Show more

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O).
With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented.
Jason has a vast background of project experience as well successful track record for business improvements which comes from his background as an Industry Expert in Wholesale Distribution, Retail and Manufacturing.

30+ years of ERP implementations. JDEdwards, Oracle, Baan, and the last 20 year Dynamics AX (2.5. 3.0, 4.0, 2009, 2012, 2012 R3, D365 F&O). With more that 40 full cycle ERP Implementations successfully implemented. Jason has a vast background of... Show more

(AMPP) N.A.C.E. Peer Certified Coatings Inspector #5643.
(AMPP) CIP Review Board Member.
Celebrating my 40th year in Industrial Coating as a Sales Representative, Technical Service. Representative & National Sales Manager.
Based out of St. Louis, Missouri and covering several surrounding states, I have focused on servicing Water / Wastewater, Engineering, Food / Beverage, Bridge, Chemical Processing, Petroleum Refining and a diverse array of General Manufacturing Markets.
Widower, Father of 4, "POPS" of 3 Grandchildren.
9 years with Induron Coatings Company - fantastic Family Company, excellent product line to service my client base with.

(AMPP) N.A.C.E. Peer Certified Coatings Inspector #5643. (AMPP) CIP Review Board Member. Celebrating my 40th year in Industrial Coating as a Sales Representative, Technical Service. Representative & National Sales Manager. Based out of St. Louis, ... Show more

Enthusiastic and goal-oriented Process & Analytics Engineer with hands on experience on selection, designing and implementation of Digital Industrial applications to improve the predictivity, performance & reliability of industrial operations & assets. Working on Engro`s Digital transformation journey with the prime focus on Industrial Digital and Automation solutions.

Enthusiastic and goal-oriented Process & Analytics Engineer with hands on experience on selection, designing and implementation of Digital Industrial applications to improve the predictivity, performance & reliability of industrial operations & asset... Show more

PhD, Senior projectmanager tech (Photonics, Semiconductors and Heterogenous Systems), business developer at Oost NL and ChipNL Competence Center and domain manager semicon for NXTGEN High Tech

PhD, Senior projectmanager tech (Photonics, Semiconductors and Heterogenous Systems), business developer at Oost NL and ChipNL Competence Center and domain manager semicon for NXTGEN High Tech Show more

James Faxon is a senior technology and cybersecurity executive with more than two decades of experience leading enterprise IT strategy, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and operational transformation across global manufacturing, energy, aerospace, mining, and retail organizations. He has held executive leadership roles including Global CISO, Head of Cyber Operations, and Managing Director, leading large scale initiatives involving ERP modernization, infrastructure transformation, enterprise governance, and technology enabled operational improvement.

Throughout his career, James has focused on aligning technology investments to measurable business outcomes while improving scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency. He has led multimillion dollar transformation programs, supported mergers and acquisitions, built enterprise operating models, and advised executive leadership and boards on technology, risk, and modernization strategy.

More recently, James has operated in advisory and fractional leadership capacities, helping organizations navigate growth, modernization, workforce development, and emerging technology initiatives including AI enabled operational capabilities.

James Faxon is a senior technology and cybersecurity executive with more than two decades of experience leading enterprise IT strategy, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and operational transformation across global manufacturing, energy, a... Show more

Doug Russell has over 35 years of Technical, Project Management and Leadership experience with major US. Corporations, such as Intel and Motorola, and has held major Project Leadership responsibilities with the United States Department of Defense, as well as many consulting assignments with start-ups and smaller companies. He has led manufacturing, engineering, development, defense, and semiconductor teams.

Doug holds an MBA from Duke University. He also holds a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering degree from Clemson University, is a member of the Electrical Engineering honor society Eta Kappa Nu, and an award winning creative writer in college. Doug is a 2012 graduate of ACC’s Non-Profit Certification Program.

“Successfully Leading Project and Technical Teams: Workplace Intelligence For All Team Members” is Doug’s third book, and documents through short vignettes a career where he never had a project fail to meet its organizational goals, compared to the industry successful norm of 30-50%.

Doug Russell has over 35 years of Technical, Project Management and Leadership experience with major US. Corporations, such as Intel and Motorola, and has held major Project Leadership responsibilities with the United States Department of Defense, as... Show more

The DORA community's technical lead is responsible for the entire DORA project's R&D process and ecosystem construction and implementation. He has extensive practical experience in robot application R&D and end-to-end solution delivery, and currently focuses on the requirements breakdown, architecture design, and technology selection of embodied intelligent robot systems.

The DORA community's technical lead is responsible for the entire DORA project's R&D process and ecosystem construction and implementation. He has extensive practical experience in robot application R&D and end-to-end solution delivery, and currently... Show more

Assistant professor in Structural Design at University of Bologna, CEO & Co-founder of the start-up D-MOD to bridge the gap between academia and research and expand the application of large-scale metal 3D printing in architecture, engineering, construction and design sectors.

Assistant professor in Structural Design at University of Bologna, CEO & Co-founder of the start-up D-MOD to bridge the gap between academia and research and expand the application of large-scale metal 3D printing in architecture, engineering, constr... Show more

Product security engineer with over six and a half years of experience working in cybersecurity, solving problems in Manufacturing and Banking sector applications. His background includes secure coding, automation, pentesting, vulnerability assessment, cryptography, and privacy. Active in research and open-source projects where the focus is on building applications with zero trust, higher maturity of resiliency, and compliance.

Product security engineer with over six and a half years of experience working in cybersecurity, solving problems in Manufacturing and Banking sector applications. His background includes secure coding, automation, pentesting, vulnerability assessmen... Show more

Saloni Agrawal is a Staff Engineer at Lucid Motors, specializing in industrialization, supplier development, and advanced polymers for electric vehicle battery systems. With a background in Plastics Engineering and an MBA in progress, she focuses on sustainable manufacturing, supply chain strategy, and high-performance materials for clean mobility. She is also an active contributor and mentor in professional societies, championing diversity and innovation in engineering.

Saloni Agrawal is a Staff Engineer at Lucid Motors, specializing in industrialization, supplier development, and advanced polymers for electric vehicle battery systems. With a background in Plastics Engineering and an MBA in progress, she focuses on ... Show more

MSc Industrial Engineer specialized in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence.
Extensive experience in data modelling, data management and data modernization.
Previous experience in Formula 1 as Control Systems / Digital Twin Specialist.
15+ years experience in Automotive, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Insurance, Banking and Consulting services.
Fernando is based in Cognizant UK, London

MSc Industrial Engineer specialized in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence. Extensive experience in data modelling, data management and data modernization. Previous experience in Formula 1 as Control Systems / Digital Twin Specialist. 15+ yea... Show more

Mehmet Ziya Özbayrak is the founder of IBA Consultancy, a firm specializing in digital transformation, process optimization, and technology consulting. With extensive expertise in Microsoft Power Platform, he helps organizations streamline operations through automation, custom application development, and data-driven decision-making.

Before establishing IBA Consultancy, Mehmet played a pivotal role at Coşkunöz Holding, where he led the successful adoption of Microsoft Power Platform, making it Turkey’s first Customer Success Story in this domain. His career spans various leadership roles in manufacturing, lean production, and digital transformation, where he implemented smart factory solutions, ERP integrations, and operational excellence strategies.

Driven by innovation and efficiency, Mehmet continues to empower businesses with cutting-edge digital solutions, enabling them to achieve sustainable growth in an increasingly technology-driven world.

Mehmet Ziya Özbayrak is the founder of IBA Consultancy, a firm specializing in digital transformation, process optimization, and technology consulting. With extensive expertise in Microsoft Power Platform, he helps organizations streamline operations... Show more

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin mining business I saw the profitability and scalability of it, and wanted to share that with everyone, ample experience navigating LATAM in search for lowest possible electrical costs to make our company as profitable as can be

On a mission on generating wealth for the masses, through Bitcoin!

Proud Salvadorean!, numbers driven person, Founder & CEO at the forefront of Tempest for almost two years now, 4 years experience in the Bitcoin business, BDM for crypto platforms, Industrial Engineer, SCM from MIT, ever since I got into the Bitcoin ... Show more

Laurent Wauters-Herlyn studierte Maschinenbau mit dem Schwerpunkt Verfahrenstechnik an der RWTH Aachen und Universidad de Sevilla. Derzeit ist er als Head of Strategy & Innovation bei der Westfalen AG tätig, wo er sich insbesondere mit der Entwicklung und dem Management von Projekten im Bereich der Wasserstoffinfrastruktur, Gaseabfüllung, Gaseproduktion, Automatisierung, Digitalisierung und KI in der Produktion beschäftigt.

Laurent Wauters-Herlyn studierte Maschinenbau mit dem Schwerpunkt Verfahrenstechnik an der RWTH Aachen und Universidad de Sevilla. Derzeit ist er als Head of Strategy & Innovation bei der Westfalen AG tätig, wo er sich insbesondere mit der Entwicklun... Show more

Michael Wallner - Leader in Generative AI and Digital Transformation 🚀

Michael Wallner is a forward-thinking leader in Generative AI and digital transformation, currently spearheading regional growth strategies across EMEA at ServiceNow. With a strong background in smart manufacturing and cloud technology, he has successfully driven new business development and collaborated with industry giants to innovate and automate processes using cutting-edge AI solutions.

Previously, at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Michael played an integral role in helping manufacturing and automotive clients embrace cloud technology to modernize operations and fuel business growth. Known for his ability to lead cross-functional teams, Michael has consistently delivered high-impact solutions for clients, from C-level executives to technical teams. His leadership in the semiconductor industry, thought-provoking insights on sustainability, and hands-on experience with pre-sales and large-scale professional services make him a trusted advisor in the field.

Michael’s expertise lies in blending innovative technology with strategic vision, fostering strong relationships, and delivering tangible results for organizations navigating digital transformation.

Michael Wallner - Leader in Generative AI and Digital Transformation 🚀 Michael Wallner is a forward-thinking leader in Generative AI and digital transformation, currently spearheading regional growth strategies across EMEA at ServiceNow. With a s... Show more

Giulio Masotti is an architect and entrepreneur based in Milan, Italy. He founded the digital fabrication startup WOOD-SKIN, renowned for its innovative surfaces and materials for interior design and architecture, and the creative engineering and art studio Mammafotogramma. Giulio's academic journey includes an architecture degree from Politecnico di Milano, supplemented by exchange programs at ETSA in Granada, Spain, and McGill University in Montreal, Canada.

In 2019, Giulio co-founded MATEREA, a pioneering startup dedicated to developing robotic processes for digital craftsmanship in the fashion and design industries. This initiative showcases his commitment to blending cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship.

Giulio holds an international patent for the Wood-Skin® fabrication process, granted in 12 countries. His professional acclaim includes speaking engagements at venues like FROG’s Creative Morning in Milan, Politecnico di Milano, North Modern in Copenhagen, and the Biennale di Venezia. He regularly conducts workshops at the European Institute of Design (IED) and the University Institute for Modern Languages (IULM), fostering innovation and creativity among students.

Under his leadership, WOOD-SKIN has been instrumental in creating some of the world’s most complex wooden surfaces, including a 1000 sqm ceiling for the United Nations in Geneva.
Meanwhile, Mammafotogramma operates as a team of creative engineers or "Imagineers," collaborating with luxury brands such as Dior and Louis Vuitton to deliver unique kinetic design solutions with a mix of traditional crafts, mechatronics, and digital crafts.

Giulio's work has been internationally recognized and featured in prestigious exhibitions like the Venice Biennale, Triennale di Milano, and Salone del Mobile, as well as at the Centre Pompidou, Toronto Film Festival, and Cannes. His entrepreneurial and design prowess has earned him a spot in Wired Magazine’s 'Top 100 Most Promising Entrepreneurs in Italy'. His projects have been highlighted in major publications including Fast Company, Wired.com, Popular Mechanics, Domus, Dezeen, Abitare, Gizmag, and in Behance’s publication Super Modified and Wallpaper magazine.

Giulio Masotti is an architect and entrepreneur based in Milan, Italy. He founded the digital fabrication startup WOOD-SKIN, renowned for its innovative surfaces and materials for interior design and architecture, and the creative engineering and art... Show more

Andreas is an Industrial AI/ML specialist, focusing on the digital transition of energy & manufacturing industries. He works at the intersection of digitalization and physical industries, helping industrial companies (energy, manufacturing, renewables, etc.) digitalize and accelerate their technological transformation. He is also a startup advisor and technology consultant

Andreas is an Industrial AI/ML specialist, focusing on the digital transition of energy & manufacturing industries. He works at the intersection of digitalization and physical industries, helping industrial companies (energy, manufacturing, renewable... Show more

Greg is a Release Train Engineer with more than 20 years' experience leading project deliveries across industrial automation, insurance and manufacturing industries using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and program management. His passion is process improvement and working with leaders at all levels of an organization to implement Agile practices. Currently, he works for Rockwell Automation.

Greg is a Release Train Engineer with more than 20 years' experience leading project deliveries across industrial automation, insurance and manufacturing industries using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and program management. His passion is process i... Show more

Mr. Caleb B. Carr J.D. is the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer for Vita Inclinata Technologies, a Denver, Colorado based aerospace and industrial company. Caleb started his career as a volunteer search and rescue tech for Multnomah (Oregon) County Search and Rescue. A mentor and fellow volunteer suffered cardiac arrest while on a night-training mission, and this accident became the genesis of Vita Inclinata. Caleb graduated from the University of Colorado at Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy. He also enrolled in the Mitchell Hamline School of Law and graduated with a Juris Doctor (focused on corporate law and civil litigation.) Currently, Caleb is completing final course work for his Master’s in Business Administration from Penn State University. Caleb continues to serve as a volunteer firefighter, search and rescue tech, and Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Colorado. His work at Vita Inclinata Technologies has won recognition such as “Forbes 30 Under 30” for the Manufacturing and Industry category, Titan 100 CEO winner, and the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year for the Desert Mountain Region. He has rung the NASDAQ opening bell, and been published in Forbes, CNN, CNBC, Fast Company, NBC News, and many other outlets for his work.

Admitted to the bar for the District of Columbia and the Federal Bar of Colorado.

Mr. Caleb B. Carr J.D. is the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer for Vita Inclinata Technologies, a Denver, Colorado based aerospace and industrial company. Caleb started his career as a volunteer search and rescue tech fo... Show more

Carolin Lange is a research associate at the Institute of Production Science (wbk) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Her work focuses on quality assurance, sustainable electronics and eco-design, as well as remanufacturing, combining technical innovation with sustainable production approaches. Carolin studied Mechanical Engineering at KIT, where she developed a strong passion for future-oriented and sustainable manufacturing systems.

Carolin Lange is a research associate at the Institute of Production Science (wbk) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Her work focuses on quality assurance, sustainable electronics and eco-design, as well as remanufacturing, combining te... Show more

Founder and Product development Engineer

Founder and Product development Engineer Show more

Enterprise Transformation Executive | Consulting Core | AI Strategy Leader
20+ Years Driving Business Value Through Technology Innovation

VP-level leader with proven track record in AI strategy development, enterprise-wide transformation, and P&L management. Led $150M global Manufacturing & Supply Chain Oracle/Salesforce portfolio, delivering 20% revenue growth while driving operational excellence across global delivery organizations spanning 5 countries. Expert in translating emerging AI capabilities into measurable business outcomes—revenue growth, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage. Specialized in making frontier AI models work for enterprises through outcome-focused implementations with demonstrable ROI.

Enterprise Transformation Executive | Consulting Core | AI Strategy Leader 20+ Years Driving Business Value Through Technology Innovation VP-level leader with proven track record in AI strategy development, enterprise-wide transformation, and P&L... Show more

Con oltre 15 anni di esperienza nel business management e un background tecnico in elettrotecnica, io sono Iryna Kozar e ho trasformato la mia passione per l'innovazione in una missione: rivoluzionare il modo in cui le aziende apprendono e crescono.
Certificata ICF con Executive MBA e formazione in Data Science, sono anche mediatore civile e commerciale iscritto al Ministero della Giustizia. Sono la fondatrice di Auromed, dove combino metodologie Agile con neuroscienze e coaching per creare esperienze formative che generano risultati misurabili.
La mia metodologia innovativa - trasforma team tecnici in squadre ad alte prestazioni attraverso un approccio scientifico che parla il linguaggio degli ingegneri e dei professionisti IT.
Da commercial director a mental coach, porto sul palco una prospettiva unica: quella di chi ha vissuto le sfide del mondo industriale dall'interno e ha sviluppato soluzioni concrete per superarle.
"L'agilità non è solo una metodologia, è una mentalità che trasforma le persone e le organizzazioni"
Oggi condivido la mia expertise con aziende dei settori industriale, lighting ed elettrico, dimostrando che l'evoluzione umana e quella tecnologica possono procedere di pari passo.

Con oltre 15 anni di esperienza nel business management e un background tecnico in elettrotecnica, io sono Iryna Kozar e ho trasformato la mia passione per l'innovazione in una missione: rivoluzionare il modo in cui le aziende apprendono e crescono. ... Show more

Onur Can KARAMAN is a visionary leader and expert in industrial digital transformation and artificial intelligence. With a strong academic background and extensive practical experience, he specializes in integrating the latest technologies into real-world industrial applications. He is an expert in end-to-end industrial IoT system integration, developing advanced AI and machine learning models (including Large Language Models (LLMs) for industrial data), full-stack software development, and strategic project leadership.

KARAMAN is particularly proficient in Large Language Models (LLM), optimizing NLP and NL2SQL processes using models like Gemma and Llama, and working with tools such as Langflow and Hugging Face. He tests the applicability of LLMs with production data and prepares data for fine-tuning.

In software development, he is proficient in a wide range of programming languages including Dart (Flutter), Go (Golang), C#, Python, PHP, JavaScript, and SQL. He also has expertise in No-Code and Low-Code tools, integrating his knowledge in these areas into industrial solutions.

His work focuses on creating measurable impact, achieving cost optimization through open-source technologies, and fostering technological adoption within organizations. The unique combination of his technical depth, pedagogical aptitude, and results-oriented leadership positions him as a key figure in advancing Industry 4.0 initiatives and promoting sustainable technological innovation.

Onur Can KARAMAN is a visionary leader and expert in industrial digital transformation and artificial intelligence. With a strong academic background and extensive practical experience, he specializes in integrating the latest technologies into real-... Show more