Ross Keong
Ross Keong is Founder and Director of Shongololo, a NYC-based sourcing and fabrication consultancy for physical designers and fine artists. Keong founded Shongololo to demystify the production process for creators and provide access to manufacturing capabilities usually only available for industrial or corporate applications. He connects top-tier creators with the right designers, technologies, and fabricators to execute complex physical projects. During his time at Shapeways and 3D Hubs (industry leaders in digital fabrication), Keong previously consulted Fortune 100 CPGs, fashion houses, and engineering firms in selecting and implementing emerging manufacturing technologies and materials. Past collaborators and clients include Frank Stella, Joe Doucet, Google, Disney, P&G, Madison Square Garden, Ogilvy & Mather, Calvin Klein, Architecture Van Brandenburg, and Nikhef (Dutch National Institute for Subatomic Physics). Keong is also the Founder and Creative Director of FATES new york, a gender-free jewelry studio, exploring all intersections of person, body, and culture.