Transform. Ignite. Disrupt.

In episode 19 I spoke with Meghan Viveiros MS on how to create a culture of wellness within an organization and within yourself. Meghan's Bio:Meghan is a certified facilitator of stress management and resiliency training programs. She acquired this certification through the Benson Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, one of the leading clinical, research and teaching programs for mindfulness in the world. With 10 years of clinical experience and a student of these practices, she believes everybody deserves access to information that can help them live a healthy life.In “Start Sleeping Soundly Tonight” Meghan presents easy evidence based habits that can help you attain deeply restful sleep. You will learn how small adjustments in your sleep environment and day time habits can help prime your body for sleep at night. You will gain insight into how to make your evening hours the most pleasurable of your day, so you can slip into peaceful sleep and wake feeling refreshed.In “9 Habits of Resilient People” Meghan presents evidence from the world’s leading researchers on how to live a resilient life. You will learn how good your body feels when it is in a relaxed state. You will gain insight into how to recognize our body’s natural response to stressors. You will walk away with nine simple tools to help you access relaxation, a positive mood, and a healthy mind.

Episode 18 of Transform Ignite Disrupt dives into the Internet of Things (IOT) with Ed Kuzemchak, the Chief Technology Officer at Software Design Solutions. Listen in as we talk about how and why your company can develop an IOT strategy and how IOT can innovate your company.-------------- Ed Kuzemchak is the Chief Technology Officer at Software Design Solutions, which is an Applied Visions company. Ed founded Software Design Solutions in 2003, focusing the company on embedded systems, machine-to-machine, and IoT software development. He led the growth of the company from inception to its acquisition by Applied Visions in 2016. Prior to founding Software Design Solutions, Ed was Chief Software Architect for the digital signal processing (DSP) tools group at Texas Instruments and a member of Tartan Laboratories, which developed highly optimized compiler technology for embedded systems.Ed holds an MS degree in Computer Science from the University of Pittsburgh. He is the author of several patents on embedded systems software. Ed regularly presents on IoT topics on podcasts, conferences, and at SoftwareDesignSolutions.com

On episode 17 of Transform. Ignite. Disrupt., I spoke with Chad Smith, Director of Technology and Innovation at RailPros. Learn more about Chad's role within his company and the ways he brought an innovative approach to rail safety.

Bert Martinez is a Marketing Jedi. He's worked with companies like Google and CBS, as well as over 1000 small businesses to solve their challenges. Bert is also a best-selling author, his latest book Dominating Your Mind: Crush your fears, destroy your doubts so you can be unstoppable is available everywhere. For more information visit www.DominatingYourMind.com ******************************************************************Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Greg Rollett is an Emmy® Award-Winning Producer, Best-Selling Author and media expert who works with entrepreneurs and small business owners from all over the world to create personality driven online video and TV shows that generate more leads and sales for their business. He is the host of Ambitious Adventures, a travel reality show for entrepreneurs that can be seen on Amazon Prime, Entrepreneur.com as well as Facebook Watch.Rollett is the founder of Ambitious.com, a media network that is known as “the voice of small business.” Through Ambitious.com and the Ambitious TV Network, they have been able to create hundreds of online TV episodes for their clients that are now seen across the globe on Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Smart TV’s, iOS and Android devices and many other online and offline outlets. They have created thousands of "snackable" videos for professionals that are building that all too important know, like and trust factor every day, on every major social platform. This gives small business owners and opportunity to be seen and heard by the people that they can best help.******************************************************************Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Jedidiah Yueh has led two waves of disruption in data management, first as founding CEO of Avamar (sold to EMC in 2006 for $165M), which pioneered data de-duplication and shipped one of the leading products in data backup and recovery, with over 20,000 customers and $4B in cumulative sales.After Avamar, Jed founded Delphix, which pioneered data virtualization, with over $200M in its first 7 years of sales (10x Avamar over the same period) and over 30% of the Global 100 as customers. At the 2010 Fall DEMO conference, Delphix won a DEMO God award, and in 2013, the San Francisco Business Times named Jed CEO of the Year. Well connected in the venture community, Jed has raised over $150M from over 10 VCs and has more than 25 patents in data management.After being designated a US Presidential Scholar by George H. Bush, Jed graduated Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude from Harvard. As Executive Chairman at Delphix, Jed partners with executives at industry leaders from Apple to Walmart to help them drive innovation through software.Learn More: https://www.delphix.comTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Michael J. Lindell is the inventor and CEO of My Pillow, Inc.He is also the founder of the Lindell Foundation and the co-founder of The Recovery Network. Lindell was born in Mankato, Minnesota, and was raised in Chaska and Carver, Minnesota. Prior to inventing MyPillow, Lindell launched and operated a number of small businesses including raising pigs, carpet cleaning, lunch wagons, and a few bars and restaurants in Carver County, MN.In March 2017, Lindell produced The Mike Lindell Story: An American Dream, a documentary about Lindell overcoming drug addiction and building a multimillion-dollar business.Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_J._Lindell**********************************************************Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

An Emmy Award-Winning Director and Producer, Nick Nanton, Esq., produces media and branded content for top thought leaders and media personalities around the world. Recognized as a leading expert on branding and storytelling, Nick has authored more than two dozen Best-Selling books (including the Wall Street Journal Best-Seller StorySelling™) and produced and directed more than 40 documentaries, earning 5 Emmy wins and 14 nominations. Nick speaks to audiences internationally on the topics of branding, entertainment, media, business and storytelling at major universities and events.As the CEO of DNA Media, Nick oversees a portfolio of companies including: The Dicks + Nanton Agency (an international agency with more than 3000 clients in 36 countries), Dicks + Nanton Productions, Ambitious.com, CelebrityPress, DNA Films®, DNA Pulse, and DNA Capital Ventures. Nick is an award- winning director, producer and songwriter who has worked on everything from large scale events to television shows with the likes of Steve Forbes, Ivanka Trump, Sir Richard Branson, Rudy Ruettiger (inspiration for the Hollywood Blockbuster “Rudy), Brian Tracy, Jack Canfield (The Secret, creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series), Michael E. Gerber, Tom Hopkins, Dan Kennedy and many more.Nick has been seen in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, BusinessWeek, Inc. Magazine, The New York Times, Entrepreneur® Magazine, Forbes, FastCompany, and has appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX television affiliates across the country as well as on CNN,FOX News, CNBC, and MSNBC from coast to coast.Nick is a member of the Florida Bar, a voting member of The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (Home to The GRAMMYs), a member of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (Home to the EMMYs), Co-founder of The National Academy of Best-Selling Authors®, and serves on the Innovation Board of the XPRIZE Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing about “radical breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity” through incentivized competition, best known for it’s Ansari XPRIZE which incentivized the first private space flight and was the catalyst for Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic. Nick also enjoys serving as an Elder at Orangewood Church, working with Young Life, Downtown Credo Orlando, Entrepreneurs International and rooting for the Florida Gators with his wife Kristina and their three children, Brock, Bowen and Addison.Learn more:http://www.NickNanton.com http://www.CelebrityBrandingAgency.comTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Specializing in developing innovative engineering and technological products and safety-critical systems along with many supporting services. ipPrimeMover helps companies dramatically decrease their costs of technology development and support. We typically save our clients 60 percent and more, while providing local, highly professional resources to work with your technology team. Our unique approach to product development includes Intellectual Property analysis and patent writing expertise.Transform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Steve Van Valin, CEO and founder of Culturology is an innovation expert and employee engagement strategist. He works with leaders who believe a high-performance culture is the key to unlocking a competitive advantage.As the leader of QVC’s culture and brand development strategy, Steve specialized in shaping an engaged high-performance culture that propelled QVC’s to become an E-commerce global powerhouse. Steve led the strategy to align the development of teams and employees at all levels to QVC’s Values, known collectively as The QVC Difference.Steve has more than 25 years of experience developing winning culture and innovation strategy. Some of his clients include NASA, The Philadelphia Phillies, SAP, Boeing, Lincoln Financial Group, Goodwill Industries, and The National Forest Service. He is a talented keynote speaker who sparks insights and inspires action.Learn More: www.CulturologyUSA.comTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Len Pagano, Founder & CEO of Safe America, is a social entrepreneur who has spent over 30 years developing communication programs that address key issues across North America. Mr. Pagano launched the 501(c) 3 organization with a $1 million grant from the Travelers Insurance Foundation.Transform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

GLI is the world’s most trusted provider of Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)—a popular procedure that has delivered unparalleled benefits over drugs, concealers, transplants and hair systems for thousands of people around the world. Centrally located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, GLI exists to restore lasting confidence by restoring a vibrant hairline. For more information please visit http://www.goodlookink.com/Transform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Lucy Beard is the CEO & Founder of Feetz - changing the world to offer mass customization as a real alternative in our manufacturing industry - focusing on the footwear industry - so we can make sure our shoes are custom fit to each and every one of us. Transform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Mike Rotondo is CEO of Tropical Smoothie Cafe (TSC). After serving as Vice President of Operations (2008 – 2010) and Chief Operating Officer (2010 – 2012), Mike was named CEO in August 2012. In this role, he is responsible for the brand’s strategic vision and overall franchise performance. Prior to joining the executive management team at TSC, Mike had a distinguished career in the quick-service restaurant and fast-casual segments. He has held key operations and sales leadership positions at The HoneyBaked Ham Company, Arby’s, and Wendy’s International.Transform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/

Jeff joined Core ID Services in November 2015 after serving as CEO of Best Seat Media and brings over 25 years of experience in turn-arounds, acquisition integration and start-ups in the technology and education/training field. As CEO of Knowledge Development Centers Mr. Tuomi recently received two prestigious honors from The American Society for Training and Development as well as The Technology Association of Georgia’s Workplace Learning Society.Tuomi’s strength in providing and executing strategic direction has provided him with an impressive track record including a difficult turn-around of a large plastics manufacturing business while working for Sam Ayoub, the former CFO of Coca Cola in his private equity firm. The business was very successfully sold to Sonoco’s Baker Products Division in 1998. He also co-founded CapSure, Inc., an unattended data back-up provider that was sold to Tenet Data in 2005 as the keystone in a large market roll-up. Capsure was subsequently morphed into a thriving security company which provides internet based security solutions for guarded/gated communities and large logistics and energy facilities. That business unit of Capsure was sold in March 2014. Tuomi continued to assemble an interesting combination of businesses with core competencies that were involved in similar markets or leveraged one another’s resources. They included an outbound lead generation call center, a boutique medical receivables management company and a specialty dumpster operation that provides recycling services to the roofing industry. The revenue cycle management company was sold in September 2012 and the dumpster company was sold in April of 2014.In the past Mr. Tuomi was the National Sales Manager of Oracle Corporation’s Education Division and followed that with operating responsibilities for a large tier two Oracle consulting and education firm. In the 1990’s he lived in London, England and directed worldwide marketing and European distribution for a Fortune 500 firm. He also served in various senior executive positions as that company grew from $2.0 Million/year to over $1.0 Billion/year.While living in the U.K. he completed database management studies at Oxford University and holds a B.S. degree from Georgia Tech. Mr. Tuomi is an honorably discharged Navy Veteran and also a graduate of The U.S. Naval Nuclear Power School as well as The U.S. Naval Submarine School and served on a fast-attack submarine.About Your Host:Steven L. Blue is the President & CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an innovative company revolutionizing traditional safety solutions for railway workers. Its products protect assets, preserve the environment, and save lives.Steve Blue is an internationally-recognized expert on leading change and business transformation, showing companies how to double and even quadruple growth.Steve regularly contributes to leading media and industry outlets, including FOX, BusinessWeek, Forbes, The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur Magazine, AMA, Europe Business Review, The Adam Carolla Show and The Wall Street Journal. His insights have led many media outlets to refer to him as one of America’s Leading Mid-Market CEOs.Steve holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the State University of New York and an MBA from Regis University. Steve’s 7 Values of Ingenuity™ is the preeminent system to exponentially growing a business. His Innovational Potential™ offers a roadmap on how any company can ignite its creativity and innovation capability.Steve is the author of four highly-acclaimed books that target executives, leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking to learn the secrets of success in the corporate world. His latest book, Mastering the Art of Success, was co-authored by the legendary Jack Canfield and became a best-seller. American Manufacturing 2.0: What Went Wrong and How to Make It Right, offers an in-depth take on American manufacturing, inspirational success stories, and a guide on how to...

Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 4x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies within transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth.Rebrand ExpertMaster NegotiatorThere are many experts out there offering tips on business negotiation, however, few have the substantial experience and insights that Steve can bring to the table. It has been Steve’s negotiation expertise that moved him through seemingly impassable roadblocks created by unions, executive boards, and vendors. His perseverance in these tough situations equipped him with the ability to dive deeper into business discussions. Throughout Steve’s speeches and writings, negotiation tactics are a reoccurring theme that shed light on his secrets to success.Executive Trainer for Building Corporate Culture by DesignSteve believes that success begins with developing a ‘Cirque Du Soleil’ culture. According to Steve, most businesses have cultures by default, but what they need is a culture by design. He has successfully trained the executives and employees at Miller Ingenuity to build a culture that would lead the company to rule the markets served by the company. Now Steve has a mission to share his successful corporate strategies with CEOs around the world and help them realize exponential growth for their companies.Hire Steve for your next Leadership EventAs a been there, done that CEO with real world experience, hiring Steve for your next c-level executive event will provide your leadership team with enthusiasm, thought-provoking insights and innovative strategies that they can immediately implement in their businesses.http://www.stevenlblue.com/speakingConnect with Steve:http://www.stevenlblue.com/meet-stevehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblueTransform. Ignite. Disrupt. with Steven L. Bluehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/transform-ignite-disrupt/