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Fall 2017 Fost Busine Graate Studen t Directory
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Fall 2017
Forest Business Graduate Student Directory
Harley Langdale, Jr.
Center for Forest Business
The University of Georgia Harley Langdale, Jr. Center for Forest Business, founded in 1997, is pleased to present this annual Graduate Student Directory. As you will see, our graduate students come from diverse backgrounds with varied experience. We offer the Master of Forest Resources in Forest Business Management, Master of Science and Ph.D. degrees. Our students usually take about half of their course-work in the nationally ranked Terry College of Business.
Traditionally, about half of our students come to us with a non-forestry, and in many of those cases non-science, background. Our educational efforts focus on a strong grounding in advanced forestry and business management principles. Our students are well motivated and in high demand in the marketplace.
VisionTo be the global leader in providing research and education services for commercial forestry interests that integrates sustainable forestry principles with sound business applications.
MissionThe three-part mission of the Center for Forest Business (CFB) is to provide global leadership in education, research and service to commercial forest constituents in the following areas:
• Education: To offer academic programs to meet the multi-disciplinary demands of the changing forestry related economy and continuing education.
• Research: To provide insight into the financial and economic impact of commercial forestry related decisions.
• Service: To meet the public need through basic outreach and education that solves the fundamental financial, economic and sustainability challenges.
Alexander BarfieldGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Forest Resources – University of Georgia, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Firewood Sales – Self-Employed, Atlanta, GA, 2011-Present; Finance & Operations Intern – International Paper Co., Georgetown, SC, Summer 2017; Fiber Supply Intern – International Paper Co., Augusta, GA, Summer 2016; Millshop Assistant – Water’s Edge Woods, Comer, GA, 2016; Residential Tree Care Groundsman – Summit Lawn Works Tree Service Division, Stone Mountain, GA, 2014-2016; Fundraising Chair – UGA Forestry Club, Athens, GA, 2015-2016; Research Assistant – Dr. Taylor Quedensley Lichenology Lab, Milledgeville, GA, 2014
Contact Information: phone: 678-577-9101 email: [email protected]
Christopher “Kit” BurginGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Business Administration with Special Attainments in Commerce–Washington and Lee University, 2012
Prior Work Experience: Operations Intern– F&W Forestry, Montevideo, Uruguay, Summer 2017; Land Management Intern – Burgin Land Limited, Cuthbert, GA, February to June 2016; Trip Leader – Moondance Adventures, Ecuador, Thailand, Alaska, May to August 2013, 2014, 2015; Outdoor Educator, Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center, Willsboro, NY, August to December 2013, 2014
Contact Information: phone: 904-891-4706 email: [email protected]
John BurroughsGraduate Degree Status: MFR Student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BA in History – Furman University, 2006
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Assistant – UGA Center for Forest Business, Athens, GA, January 2017 to Present; Summer Forestry Intern - ForesTech International, Watkinsville, GA, Summer 2017; Carpenter – Hansen Homecrafters, Inc., Atlanta, GA, May 2012 to August 2016; Pro Loader – The Home Depot, Dawsonville, GA, February 2012 to August 2012; Fly-fishing guide/Maintenance – Nine Quarter Circle Ranch, Big Sky, MT, May 2011 to November 2011, June 2010 to November 2010; Project Manager II – C.A. Howell & Co., Nashville, TN, January 2007 to July 2008
Contact Information: phone: 770-530-6704 email: [email protected]
Andrew CareyGraduate Degree Status: MFR Student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business & Timberland Valuation
Undergraduate: BA in Natural Resources – Sewanee: The University of the South, 2013
Prior Work Experience: Consultant- RISI International Timber, Atlanta, GA, 2016 - Present; Analyst- MetLife Agricultural Finance Group, Overland Park, KS, Summer 2017; Analyst- MetLife Timberland Finance Group, Memphis, TN, Summer 2016; Forester- Green Crow Corporation, Port Angeles, WA, 2013-2015; Intern- United Nations Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Summer 2012
Contact Information: phone: 904-424-7207 email: [email protected]
R. Bradley CarrGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – Decmber 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSFR – Forestry, The University of Georgia ‘16
Prior Work Experience: Fiber Supply Intern – Georgia-Pacific LLC, Madison, GA, Summer 2017; Procurement Intern – Georgia Pacific, Brunswick, GA, Summer 2016; Forest Operations Intern – F&W Forestry Services, Albany, GA, Summer 2015; Team Intern – El Ayduante, Leon, Nicaragua, Summer 2014
Contact Information: phone: 678-977-1574 email: [email protected]
RYAN CARTERGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Biology – Georgia Southern University, 2008
Graduate Degree: MBA – Georgia Southern University 2011
Prior Work Experience: Forest Technician – Carter & Carter Forest Management LLC., Odum, GA, 2016-Present; Management Trainee – Great Southern Wood Preserving Inc., Jesup, GA, 2015 - 2016; Purchasing Agent (Bulk Chemicals) – SNF Inc., Riceboro, GA, 2014 - 2015; Customer Service Representative – SNF Inc., Riceboro, GA, 2012 - 2014
Contact Information: phone: 912-294-1305 email: [email protected]
Taylor EcholsGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business.
Undergraduate: BS in Ecology – University of Georgia, 2015
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – TimberMart-South, Athens, GA, June 2016 to present; Operations Employee - US Lumber, Duluth, GA, May 2017 to Present; Aquarium Technician – UGA Marine Sciences Department, Athens, GA, 2015-2017; Student-Athlete Academic Mentor – UGA Student-Athlete Academic Center, Athens, GA, August 2015 to May 2016; Student-Athlete – UGA Men’s Basketball, Athens, GA, 2012 to 2015
Contact Information: phone: 770-490-7932 email: [email protected]
JOHN FISHERGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Forestry, Minor in Spanish – Sewanee: University of the South, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – TimberMart-South, Athens, GA, August 2017 - Present; Teacher Assistant– IE Mercedes Abrego, Monteria, Colombia, January 2017 – June 2017; Forester – Panther Creek Forestry LLC, McMinnville, TN, May 2016 – December 2016; Legal Intern – SunEdison LLC, Madrid, Spain, Summer 2014
Contact Information: phone: 931-636-2476 email: [email protected]
Cole FullerGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BBA Management – University of Georgia, December 2013
Prior Work Experience: Procurement Intern - Georgia-Pacific LLC, Palatka, FL, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, August 2016 to present; Universal Forest Products – June 2014 to August 2016
Contact Information: phone: 229-563-2318 email: [email protected]
Tom GreeneGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Forestry – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Second Lieutenant – Georgia Army National Guard, 1-121 IN, Winder, GA, 2016-Present; Graduate of US Army Field Artillery School – Ft. Sill, OK, Spring 2017; Procurement Intern – Scotch-Gulf Lumber/Canfor Southern Pine, Mobile, AL, 2016; Summer Intern – Plum Creek, Lynchburg, VA, Summer 2015; Fiber Supply Intern – RockTenn, West Point, VA, Summer 2014; Temporary Utility Worker – Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, Summer 2011 and 2012
Contact Information: phone: 706-248-2617 email: [email protected]
Blake HendleyGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSFR in Wildlife – The University of Georgia, 2015
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, Athens, GA, August 2016 to present; Intern – Timber Mart-South, Athens, GA, Summer 2016 & 2017; UGA Captive Deer Facility, Athens, GA, February 2015, January 2016- Server, Red Lobster, Athens, GA, July 2014- February 2016; Server – The Flying Cowboy, Douglas, GA, May 2011-May 2013
Contact Information: phone: 912-309-2246 email: [email protected]
Andy HiegelGraduate Degree Status: PhD student – December 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS Forestry – University of Washington, 1997
Graduate Degree/Institution: MF Forestry – Yale University, 1999
Prior Work Experience: Business Owner/Consultant – Hiegel Natural Resources Consulting, LLC, Camas, WA, August 2014 to present; Manager of Acquisitions – Campbell Global, Portland, OR, 2012-2014; Forest Planning Analyst – Hancock Forest Mgmt., Vancouver, WA, 2008-2012; Silviculture Forester – The Campbell Group/Hancock, Cathlamet, WA, 2002-2008; Hardwood/Special Use Forester – Temple Inland, Silsbee, TX, 1999-2002; Certification Forester – Weyerhaeuser, Federal Way, WA, Summer 1998
Contact Information: phone: 503-929-2997 email: [email protected]
Margaret D HubbardGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BBA International Business – UGA 1974 – MDS (Masters of Decision Science – a degree program within the business school) Georgia State University 1979
Prior Work Experience: Currently: Certified Public Accountant, Registered Investment Advisor, financial consultant for small businesses and individuals; Georgia Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget, Management Consultant (1978-1980) while earning MDS – Deloitte (1980-1985); Manager in Consulting Services – 1985-present: Entrepreneurial businesses with husband, Joel Hubbard: CPA practice, Financial Services, timberland ownership (using progressive forestry methods), residential property restoration and rental
Contact Information: phone: 404-444-5536 email: [email protected]
C. Perry HumphreysGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Finance – The University of Georgia, 2010
Prior Work Experience: Fiber Procurement Intern - International Paper Co., Rome, GA, Summer 2017; Accountant – The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, September 2014 to July 2016; Operations Specialist – The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, November 2013 to September 2014; Loan Document Specialist 3 – Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Birmingham, AL, April 2012 to June 2013; Assistant Manager of Marketing Department – Northeast Sales Distributing Inc., Winder, GA, September 2011 to April 2012
Contact Information: phone: 706-254-3551 email: [email protected]
William “Walker” JennetteGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Natural Resources: Ecosystem Assessment, Minor in Forest Management – North Carolina State University, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Procurement Intern - Baillie Lumber Co., Donalds, SC, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, Athens, GA, January 2017 to present; Forestry Technician – Timberlands Unlimited, Windsor, NC, May 2010 to August 2016; Research Technician – Tall Timbers Research Station, Wilmington, NC, Summer 2015; Sorter – United Parcel Service, Raleigh, NC, May 2014 to May 2015
Contact Information: phone: 252-267-0553 email: [email protected]
Moon Jeong KangGraduate Degree Status: PhD student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business, Natural Resource Economics, Ecosystem Services, and Sustainable Development
Undergraduate: BS in Business Administrations – Chung Ang University, South Korea, 2011
Graduate Degree/Institution: MSc in Environmental Sustainability – University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, 2012
Prior Work Experience: Scoping Study on the Isle of Man as a Potential UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Isle of Man, 2012
Contact Information: phone: 706-254-4619 email: [email protected]
William S. LacksenGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSA Agribusiness – University of Georgia, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Analyst Intern, Campbell Global LLC, Portland, OR, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, January 2017- Present; Forestry Intern- Lacksen Forestry Consultants, Sparta, GA, May 2016-August 2016; Reforestation Equipment Mechanic- Treeco, Sparta, Ga, Summers 2013-2016; Student-Athlete – University of Georgia Rowing Team, Athens, GA, 2014-2016
Contact Information: phone: 478-456-5841 email: [email protected]
V. Andrew MathisGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in International Politics and Military Science – Troy University, 2010
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – UGA Center for Forest Business, January 2017 – Present; Procurement & Sustainability Intern – GA Biomass, Waycross GA, Summer 2017; Plans and Operations Chief & USDA Customs and Border Clearance Program Manager – 405thArmy Field Support Brigade, Schweinfurt, DE, May 2013-April 2014; Battalion Training Officer – Operations Section, 15th Engineer Battalion, Schweinfurt, DE March 2012-May 2013; Army Platoon Leader – Forward Support Company, 15th Engineer Battalion, Operation New Dawn & Operation Enduring Freedom May 2010-March 2012
Contact Information: phone: 404-626-2240 email: [email protected]
Jared MayGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSFR in Wildlife – University of Georgia, 2016; Associates in Agriculture – Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, 2014
Prior Work Experience: Land Manager- Tallokas Plantation, Brooks County, GA, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, UGA, Athens, GA –August 2016 to Present; Forestry Research Assistant – USDA-FIA Tree Biomass Project, UGA, Athens, GA – Spring 2016 & 2017; Land Management, Landscape and Farm Management – Norman Park and Moultrie, GA – Summers 2013-2016; Assistant Manager—Variety Vending, Moultrie, GA– 2009-2014
Contact Information: phone: 229-456-2855 email: [email protected]
Erich D. MeyerGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSA Agribusiness – University of Georgia, 2016; BSA Agricultural and Applied Economics – University of Georgia, 2016
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, UGA, Athens, GA, August 2017 to Present; Intern– Timber Mart-South, Athens, GA, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Wood Demand Research Program, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, January 2017- May 2017; Student Worker/Farm Management – University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, Watkinsville, GA, May 2016-September 2016; Ag Services Operations Management Intern – Archer Daniels Midland, Beardstown, IL, Summer 2015; Student Worker – University of Georgia Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Athens, GA, 2012-2015;
Contact Information: phone: 706-340-1575 email: [email protected]
John J MillerGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate:: BS in Finance – The Pennsylvania State University, 2009
Prior Work Experience: Passed Level III of the CFA Program; Forestry Intern- Resource Management Service, Augusta, GA, Summer 2017; Analyst Intern, Campbell Global LLC, Portland, OR, Summer 2016; Sr. Treasury Analyst, Global Payments Inc., Atlanta, GA, 2014 to 2015; Treasury Analyst, Global Payments Inc., Atlanta, GA, 2013 to 2014; Treasury Analyst, Altisource Portfolio Solutions Inc., Atlanta, GA, 2011 to 2012
Contact Information: phone: 585-261-1962 email: [email protected]
Maciej MisztalGraduate Degree Status: PhD student – 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Resources
Undergraduate: BA and MA Economics – University of Georgia, 2006
Graduate Degree/Institution: MA Economics – University of Georgia, 2006
Prior Work Experience: ArcGis Mapping/Programming Technician at Hydrostructures LLC 2014; Statistical consulting work for Zoetis (Formerly Pfizer Animal Health) 2013; Research Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Instructor, Tutor at UNC Chapel Hill 2006-2012
Contact Information: phone: 706-247-5609 email: [email protected]
Jake ParkerGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BSAB- Applied Biotechnology- University of Georgia, May 2017
Prior Work Experience: Economics and Policy Intern – Georgia Forestry Association, Forsyth, GA, Summer 2017; Congressional Agriculture Fellow – U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C., Summer 2016; Special Events Coordinator – CURE International (UGA Chapter), Athens, GA, 2016-2017; Meat Science Technician – UGA Meat Science Technology Center, Athens, GA, 2016-2017; Labor Hand – Lewis Farms and Nursery, Elko, GA, 2013;
Contact Information: phone: 478-287-5641 email: [email protected]
Amaleah K. PerryGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business and Timberland Investments
Undergraduate: BBA Marketing, Minor in Portuguese- The University of Georgia, 2016; Portuguese Language and Literature School- Middlebury College, Middlebury Vermont, 2014
Prior Work Experience: Forestry Intern- Weyerhaeuser Southern Timberlands, Madison, GA, Summer 2017; Graduate Resident, Assistant Resident - The University of Georgia University Housing, Resident Assistant, 2012-2016; Marketing Intern Departmental Outreach, Brixx & Terry College; UGA Coca-Cola Digital Marketing Competition Semi-Finalist; Certificate of Global Leadership, The University of Georgia, 2013
Contact Information: phone: 404-312-1182 email: [email protected]
Cameron PurvisGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Forest Management – Mississippi State University, 2017
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Assistant – Forestry Equipment Room, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, August 2017-Present; Land Asset Management Intern – Rayonier Inc., Fernandina Beach, FL, Summer 2017; Land Management Intern – Resource Management Service, Inc., Flowood, MS, Summer 2016; Forestry Consultant – LKP Investments, LLC, Sardis, MS, 2013-Present; Event Staff – Hunter Henry Center, Starkville, MS, Feburary 2015 - May 2016
Contact Information: phone: 901-412-1413 email: [email protected]
Hector RestrepoGraduate Degree Status: PhD student – May 2019, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Resources (Biometrics and Finance)
Undergraduate: Forest Engineering - National University of Colombia, 2002
Graduate Degree/Institution: Master in Corporate Finance – School of Engineering of Antioquia, 2005; MSc in Forest Resources – National University of Colombia, 2010
Prior Work Experience: Lecturer and Researcher – National University of Colombia, 2005 to 2015; Forest Expert – National Department of Planning, Colombia, 2013; Business Intelligence/Financial Analyst – SURA (insurance company), 2007 to 2010; Independent Consultant, 2003 to 2005; Volunteer Paramedic and Rescue Crew Member – Colombian Red Cross, 1994 to 2004
Publications: 6 referred journal articles; 3 book chapters; +30 technical reports; 8 conferences; 3 posters
Contact Information: phone: 706-218-3005 email: [email protected]
Alec RoachGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – Decmber 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Forest Operations, Bio-Products & Bio-Energy– Summa Cum Laude – University of Maine, 2017
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant- Wood Demand Research Program, Athens, GA, Fall 2017- Present; Laboratory Technician – Advanced Structures & Composites Center, Orono ME, 2015-2017; Mill & Yard Intern – Keiver Willard Lumber Corporation, Summer 2016; Carpenter – Tasks Unlimited Home Builders, Topsfield MA, Summer 2015
Contact Information: phone: 978-239-5765 email: [email protected]
Ben SluiGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Forestry Science with First Class Honors – The University of Canterbury, New Zealand, 2014
Prior Work Experience: Summer Intern- GMO Renewable Resources, Boston, MA, Summer 2017; Graduate Research Assistant – Timber Mart-South, Athens, GA, January 2016 to present; Graduate Forester: Timberlands Support – Rayonier New Zealand Ltd., Auckland, New Zealand, November 2014 to December 2015; Student Forester – Pan Pac Forest Products Ltd, Napier, New Zealand, November to February 2011, 2012, 2013; Timber Yard Worker –Napier Pine Ltd., Napier, New Zealand, December 2010 to February 2011
Contact Information: phone: 832-709-4702 email: [email protected]
Eric WhatleyGraduate Degree Status: MFR student – December 2018, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Business
Undergraduate: BS in Natural Resources Management, Forestry – Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, May 2017
Prior Work Experience: Graduate Research Assistant – TimberMart-South, Athens, Georgia, August 2017 - Present; Forestry Intern – Rayonier Forest Resources, Yulee, Florida, Summer 2017; Student Technician – University of Georgia Crop Genetics, Tifton, Georgia, March 2014 – November 2015; August 2016 – May 2017; Forestry Intern – Georgia Forestry Commission, Milledgeville, Georgia, Summer 2016; Biological Science Aid, United States Department of Agriculture Extension ARS, Tifton, Georgia, November 2015 – May 2016
Contact Information: phone: 229-869-9288 email: [email protected]
Weiyi ZhangGraduate Degree Status: PHD student – December 2017, expected
Area of Emphasis: Forest Finance & Economics
Undergraduate: BSA in Agricultural and Applied Economics – University of Georgia, 2013
Graduate Degree/Institution: MFR in Forest Business and Economics- University of Georgia, 2015
Prior Work Experience: Economic Research Intern – Hancock Natural Resource Group, Boston, MA, Summer 2017; Economic Research Intern, Hancock Natural Resource Group, Boston, MA, 2015; Summer Assistant, TimberMart South, Athens, GA, 2014; Summer Intern for International Business Division- Muyang Machinery Group, China, 2013; Summer Agritourism Intern – National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, 2012; Administrative Executive- Jurong Town Corporation, Singapore, 2008
Contact Information: phone: 706-308-6176 email: [email protected]
Harley langdale Jr. center for forest business faculty
Dr. Pete BettingerProfessor of Harvest Scheduling & Forest Landscape Planning [email protected]
Dr. Bronson Bullock Associate Professor of Forest Biometrics & Quantitative Timber Management [email protected]
Dr. Jon P. CaulfieldHargreaves Distinguished Professor of Forest Finance [email protected]
Dr. Chris J. Cieszewski Professor of Fiber Supply Assessment [email protected]
Dr. Dick Daniels Professor of Quantitative Forest Management [email protected]
Dr. Joe DahlenAssistant Professor of Wood Quality [email protected]
Dr. Dale GreeneDean & Professor of Forest Harvesting [email protected]
Mr. Tom Harris Professor of Forest Business Management [email protected]
Mr. Bob Izlar Director [email protected]
Dr. Ben D. JacksonProfessor of Timber Harvesting [email protected]
Dr. Mike KaneProfessor of Quantitative Silviculture [email protected]
Dr. Richard (Bin) Mei Associate Professor of Forest Finance [email protected]
Dr. Jacek Siry Professor of Forest Economics [email protected]
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