Johan Themaat
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Roger Scott
I had the pleasure of working together with Johan for more than two years. His technical skills & knowledge base in Finance are deep & broad, an unusual combination. Johan has above average tech savvy and a keen interest in leveraging technology to streamline workflows & processes. But, in my opinion, Johan greatest strength is the so called "soft skills". Johan's personal style is collegial & professional, very team oriented. His ability to influence others, to keep discussions focused on the important issues, and to rapidly adjust effort & attention in a dynamic environment are a few examples of how Johan projects competence & confidence to others in the organization. He convinces others to follow his lead by data & logic, but people will listen to the data & logic arguments because of Johan's method of delivery. In this case I served as a fractional Controller, reporting to Johan who served as CFO. I joined the organization first & had hopes to be named fractional CFO for that organization. Johan was chosen for the CFO role, in part, due to his deeper experience in the Energy Industry. Despite my disappointment, I quickly determined Johan was the right resource for this particular job. And I am not the only one. After several months Johan became full-time CFO because the team recognized the value Johan’s unique blend of talent, expertise, and personality to the organization. Several decisions and substantial investments turned on Johan’s ability to
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Johan has been a steady, reliable executive manager of our finances and capital needs. He has created greater fiduciary discipline and oversight that improved how we managed our rapid growth and the volatility of solar capital needs across the stages of origination, development, and construction. He also led our earlier conversations with investor groups to raise working capital to meet our growth demands.
Roger Scott
I had the pleasure of working together with Johan for more than two years. His technical skills & knowledge base in Finance are deep & broad, an unusual combination. Johan has above average tech savvy and a keen interest in leveraging technology to streamline workflows & processes. But, in my opinion, Johan greatest strength is the so called "soft skills". Johan's personal style is collegial & professional, very team oriented. His ability to influence others, to keep discussions focused on the important issues, and to rapidly adjust effort & attention in a dynamic environment are a few examples of how Johan projects competence & confidence to others in the organization. He convinces others to follow his lead by data & logic, but people will listen to the data & logic arguments because of Johan's method of delivery. In this case I served as a fractional Controller, reporting to Johan who served as CFO. I joined the organization first & had hopes to be named fractional CFO for that organization. Johan was chosen for the CFO role, in part, due to his deeper experience in the Energy Industry. Despite my disappointment, I quickly determined Johan was the right resource for this particular job. And I am not the only one. After several months Johan became full-time CFO because the team recognized the value Johan’s unique blend of talent, expertise, and personality to the organization. Several decisions and substantial investments turned on Johan’s ability to
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Johan has been a steady, reliable executive manager of our finances and capital needs. He has created greater fiduciary discipline and oversight that improved how we managed our rapid growth and the volatility of solar capital needs across the stages of origination, development, and construction. He also led our earlier conversations with investor groups to raise working capital to meet our growth demands.
Roger Scott
I had the pleasure of working together with Johan for more than two years. His technical skills & knowledge base in Finance are deep & broad, an unusual combination. Johan has above average tech savvy and a keen interest in leveraging technology to streamline workflows & processes. But, in my opinion, Johan greatest strength is the so called "soft skills". Johan's personal style is collegial & professional, very team oriented. His ability to influence others, to keep discussions focused on the important issues, and to rapidly adjust effort & attention in a dynamic environment are a few examples of how Johan projects competence & confidence to others in the organization. He convinces others to follow his lead by data & logic, but people will listen to the data & logic arguments because of Johan's method of delivery. In this case I served as a fractional Controller, reporting to Johan who served as CFO. I joined the organization first & had hopes to be named fractional CFO for that organization. Johan was chosen for the CFO role, in part, due to his deeper experience in the Energy Industry. Despite my disappointment, I quickly determined Johan was the right resource for this particular job. And I am not the only one. After several months Johan became full-time CFO because the team recognized the value Johan’s unique blend of talent, expertise, and personality to the organization. Several decisions and substantial investments turned on Johan’s ability to
Page Gravely
Johan has been a steady, reliable executive manager of our finances and capital needs. He has created greater fiduciary discipline and oversight that improved how we managed our rapid growth and the volatility of solar capital needs across the stages of origination, development, and construction. He also led our earlier conversations with investor groups to raise working capital to meet our growth demands.
Roger Scott
I had the pleasure of working together with Johan for more than two years. His technical skills & knowledge base in Finance are deep & broad, an unusual combination. Johan has above average tech savvy and a keen interest in leveraging technology to streamline workflows & processes. But, in my opinion, Johan greatest strength is the so called "soft skills". Johan's personal style is collegial & professional, very team oriented. His ability to influence others, to keep discussions focused on the important issues, and to rapidly adjust effort & attention in a dynamic environment are a few examples of how Johan projects competence & confidence to others in the organization. He convinces others to follow his lead by data & logic, but people will listen to the data & logic arguments because of Johan's method of delivery. In this case I served as a fractional Controller, reporting to Johan who served as CFO. I joined the organization first & had hopes to be named fractional CFO for that organization. Johan was chosen for the CFO role, in part, due to his deeper experience in the Energy Industry. Despite my disappointment, I quickly determined Johan was the right resource for this particular job. And I am not the only one. After several months Johan became full-time CFO because the team recognized the value Johan’s unique blend of talent, expertise, and personality to the organization. Several decisions and substantial investments turned on Johan’s ability to
Page Gravely
Johan has been a steady, reliable executive manager of our finances and capital needs. He has created greater fiduciary discipline and oversight that improved how we managed our rapid growth and the volatility of solar capital needs across the stages of origination, development, and construction. He also led our earlier conversations with investor groups to raise working capital to meet our growth demands.
Experience
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Correlate Energy
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United States
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Utilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP of Finance
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Sep 2023 - Present
Todd Michaels, CEO of Correlate Energy, expressed his warm welcome to Johan Themaat, stating, "We are thrilled to have Johan join the Correlate Energy team. His extensive experience and impressive track record in finance, combined with his deep knowledge of the energy industry, make him the ideal leader for our finance team. Johan's strategic acumen and commitment to clean and affordable energy will be invaluable assets as we continue to drive innovation in the renewable energy… Show more Todd Michaels, CEO of Correlate Energy, expressed his warm welcome to Johan Themaat, stating, "We are thrilled to have Johan join the Correlate Energy team. His extensive experience and impressive track record in finance, combined with his deep knowledge of the energy industry, make him the ideal leader for our finance team. Johan's strategic acumen and commitment to clean and affordable energy will be invaluable assets as we continue to drive innovation in the renewable energy sector." Johan Themaat's expertise in capital raising, financial performance reporting, continuous process improvement, and mergers & acquisitions will play a pivotal role in furthering Correlate Energy's mission of revolutionizing the energy landscape. With a proven ability to motivate teams and streamline operations, Johan is poised to contribute significantly to Correlate's ongoing success. His proficiency in translating operational metrics into performance measures, monitoring revenue cycles, and conducting variance analysis will be instrumental in advancing the company's financial strategies. Johan Themaat's appointment represents a significant milestone for Correlate Energy, and the company looks forward to the valuable contributions he will bring to the organization. Show less Todd Michaels, CEO of Correlate Energy, expressed his warm welcome to Johan Themaat, stating, "We are thrilled to have Johan join the Correlate Energy team. His extensive experience and impressive track record in finance, combined with his deep knowledge of the energy industry, make him the ideal leader for our finance team. Johan's strategic acumen and commitment to clean and affordable energy will be invaluable assets as we continue to drive innovation in the renewable energy… Show more Todd Michaels, CEO of Correlate Energy, expressed his warm welcome to Johan Themaat, stating, "We are thrilled to have Johan join the Correlate Energy team. His extensive experience and impressive track record in finance, combined with his deep knowledge of the energy industry, make him the ideal leader for our finance team. Johan's strategic acumen and commitment to clean and affordable energy will be invaluable assets as we continue to drive innovation in the renewable energy sector." Johan Themaat's expertise in capital raising, financial performance reporting, continuous process improvement, and mergers & acquisitions will play a pivotal role in furthering Correlate Energy's mission of revolutionizing the energy landscape. With a proven ability to motivate teams and streamline operations, Johan is poised to contribute significantly to Correlate's ongoing success. His proficiency in translating operational metrics into performance measures, monitoring revenue cycles, and conducting variance analysis will be instrumental in advancing the company's financial strategies. Johan Themaat's appointment represents a significant milestone for Correlate Energy, and the company looks forward to the valuable contributions he will bring to the organization. Show less
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Mission Energy
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United States
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Services for Renewable Energy
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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Jul 2023 - Present
Supporting the team as I transition out of the CFO role at Mission Energy. I remain a fan of the team and the mission.
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Chief Financial Officer
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Jan 2021 - Jul 2023
Play key role in planning and execution of corporate and financial strategies while collaborating with CEO and board. Monitor performance of employees by analyzing operational results, drafting strategic plans, implementing KPIs, and administering budgets. Oversaw all financial and back-office aspects as the business generated revenues by originating, developing, and constructing a portfolio of distributed solar power projects. • Bestowed with promotion from consulting role to Co-Owner and… Show more Play key role in planning and execution of corporate and financial strategies while collaborating with CEO and board. Monitor performance of employees by analyzing operational results, drafting strategic plans, implementing KPIs, and administering budgets. Oversaw all financial and back-office aspects as the business generated revenues by originating, developing, and constructing a portfolio of distributed solar power projects. • Bestowed with promotion from consulting role to Co-Owner and C-suite position at fast-growing C&I solar power developer. • Led finance for team developing more than 20 projects while directing strategic and operational finance for rapidly growing solar power developer for universities, hospitals, schools, and churches. • Boosted performance by transitioning back office from QuickBooks to NetSuite and streamlining processes, systems, and back-office infrastructure. • Rendered expert-level corporate and project finance support across all capital-raising efforts.
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CEO
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Sep 2016 - Dec 2020
Led team of professionals to create and execute an effective business strategy, securing seed financial support of leading private equity firm. Evaluated 30+ energy infrastructure opportunities for PE firm, but COVID forced team to shift direction to focus on streamlining commodity transactions through implementation of cloud-based platform. • Led the creation of business plan, financial model, and investor package, as well as orchestrated roadshow and 20+ investor meetings, resulting in… Show more Led team of professionals to create and execute an effective business strategy, securing seed financial support of leading private equity firm. Evaluated 30+ energy infrastructure opportunities for PE firm, but COVID forced team to shift direction to focus on streamlining commodity transactions through implementation of cloud-based platform. • Led the creation of business plan, financial model, and investor package, as well as orchestrated roadshow and 20+ investor meetings, resulting in achieving support of PE firm with >$3.5B+ under management. • Led diligence on multiple acquisition opportunities and greenfield development projects alongside PE firm, as well as generated $8M in business revenues through organic growth. Show less Led team of professionals to create and execute an effective business strategy, securing seed financial support of leading private equity firm. Evaluated 30+ energy infrastructure opportunities for PE firm, but COVID forced team to shift direction to focus on streamlining commodity transactions through implementation of cloud-based platform. • Led the creation of business plan, financial model, and investor package, as well as orchestrated roadshow and 20+ investor meetings, resulting in… Show more Led team of professionals to create and execute an effective business strategy, securing seed financial support of leading private equity firm. Evaluated 30+ energy infrastructure opportunities for PE firm, but COVID forced team to shift direction to focus on streamlining commodity transactions through implementation of cloud-based platform. • Led the creation of business plan, financial model, and investor package, as well as orchestrated roadshow and 20+ investor meetings, resulting in achieving support of PE firm with >$3.5B+ under management. • Led diligence on multiple acquisition opportunities and greenfield development projects alongside PE firm, as well as generated $8M in business revenues through organic growth. Show less
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Speaker
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Jan 2012 - Sep 2020
September 2020: HotTakeOfTheDay August 2020: COGA Energy Summit, Oil & Gas Employment Trends: Riding Through Market Disruptions February 2020: Rocky Mountain Pipeliners Club April 2016: U.S. Crude Exports Congress October 2015: Canadian Crude Marketing Cost Reduction Congress March 2013: IHS CERAWeek January 2012: InfoCast Water Management for Shale Plays Various other conferences September 2020: HotTakeOfTheDay August 2020: COGA Energy Summit, Oil & Gas Employment Trends: Riding Through Market Disruptions February 2020: Rocky Mountain Pipeliners Club April 2016: U.S. Crude Exports Congress October 2015: Canadian Crude Marketing Cost Reduction Congress March 2013: IHS CERAWeek January 2012: InfoCast Water Management for Shale Plays Various other conferences
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Contango Technologiess LLC
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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Consultant
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Apr 2016 - Sep 2017
Originated and completed multiple consulting assignments, including the analysis of potential partnerships, developing offering materials, providing market and competitive analysis as well as supporting technology deployment and integration Originated and completed multiple consulting assignments, including the analysis of potential partnerships, developing offering materials, providing market and competitive analysis as well as supporting technology deployment and integration
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Strategic Board Advisor
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Dec 2015 - Mar 2016
Supporting the board in navigating the dynamic crude oil markets, and in pursuing acquisition opportunities.
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Founder & CEO
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Apr 2014 - Dec 2015
Directed all aspects of company's operations, offered strategic direction, and implemented growth initiatives including organic growth and acquisitions. to ensure smooth flow of operations. Supported marketing team to develop productive relationships with acquisition targets, clients and key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes. Actively involved in setting organizational objectives for ensuring company's financial sustainability and market competitiveness. Steered daily activities of 150+… Show more Directed all aspects of company's operations, offered strategic direction, and implemented growth initiatives including organic growth and acquisitions. to ensure smooth flow of operations. Supported marketing team to develop productive relationships with acquisition targets, clients and key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes. Actively involved in setting organizational objectives for ensuring company's financial sustainability and market competitiveness. Steered daily activities of 150+ employees operating across various states totaling $15M+ in EBITDA. • Raised $5M in seed capital as well as hired leadership team. • Identified platform acquisition and raised capital from leading capital sources, resulting in attaining ~$80M from two PE firms and top energy lenders (Deutsche Bank, Wells Fargo, Macquarie) by sourcing and acquisitions of three companies.
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NGL Energy Partners LP
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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300 - 400 Employee
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Vice President, Business Development & Investor Relations
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Aug 2011 - Mar 2014
Led development and implementation of acquisition strategy and execution while supporting executive team in investor relations, board communications, and financial planning. Actively involved in preparing for High Sierra Energy’s IPO, and supporting acquisition by NGL by delivering top-tier assistance to CEO. Led execution of multiple acquisitions, including initial negotiations, diligence, documentation, closing and integration. • Successfully closed highly accretive acquisitions worth… Show more Led development and implementation of acquisition strategy and execution while supporting executive team in investor relations, board communications, and financial planning. Actively involved in preparing for High Sierra Energy’s IPO, and supporting acquisition by NGL by delivering top-tier assistance to CEO. Led execution of multiple acquisitions, including initial negotiations, diligence, documentation, closing and integration. • Successfully closed highly accretive acquisitions worth $500M+ by driving M&A efforts, incorporating $100M+ in EBITDA, and generating over billion dollars of shareholder value. • Built and grew NGL’s water management and recycling business which is now one of the, after NGL acquired High Sierra, largest water management businesses in the energy industry. Show less Led development and implementation of acquisition strategy and execution while supporting executive team in investor relations, board communications, and financial planning. Actively involved in preparing for High Sierra Energy’s IPO, and supporting acquisition by NGL by delivering top-tier assistance to CEO. Led execution of multiple acquisitions, including initial negotiations, diligence, documentation, closing and integration. • Successfully closed highly accretive acquisitions worth… Show more Led development and implementation of acquisition strategy and execution while supporting executive team in investor relations, board communications, and financial planning. Actively involved in preparing for High Sierra Energy’s IPO, and supporting acquisition by NGL by delivering top-tier assistance to CEO. Led execution of multiple acquisitions, including initial negotiations, diligence, documentation, closing and integration. • Successfully closed highly accretive acquisitions worth $500M+ by driving M&A efforts, incorporating $100M+ in EBITDA, and generating over billion dollars of shareholder value. • Built and grew NGL’s water management and recycling business which is now one of the, after NGL acquired High Sierra, largest water management businesses in the energy industry. Show less
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The Royal Bank of Scotland
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United Kingdom
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President Investment Banking
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Oct 2006 - Aug 2011
• As an investment banker at top-tier global bank, completed transactions ranging from $100 million to over $1 billion, including the financing, development, construction, and commissioning of energy infrastructure projects (terminals, gas storage, LNG facilities, pipelines, ethanol plants) • Profitably managed a loan portfolio of over $1 billion • Roles included M&A advisor, lead arranger, and syndication agent for clients including private and public energy companies, entrepreneurs, and… Show more • As an investment banker at top-tier global bank, completed transactions ranging from $100 million to over $1 billion, including the financing, development, construction, and commissioning of energy infrastructure projects (terminals, gas storage, LNG facilities, pipelines, ethanol plants) • Profitably managed a loan portfolio of over $1 billion • Roles included M&A advisor, lead arranger, and syndication agent for clients including private and public energy companies, entrepreneurs, and PE groups Show less • As an investment banker at top-tier global bank, completed transactions ranging from $100 million to over $1 billion, including the financing, development, construction, and commissioning of energy infrastructure projects (terminals, gas storage, LNG facilities, pipelines, ethanol plants) • Profitably managed a loan portfolio of over $1 billion • Roles included M&A advisor, lead arranger, and syndication agent for clients including private and public energy companies, entrepreneurs, and… Show more • As an investment banker at top-tier global bank, completed transactions ranging from $100 million to over $1 billion, including the financing, development, construction, and commissioning of energy infrastructure projects (terminals, gas storage, LNG facilities, pipelines, ethanol plants) • Profitably managed a loan portfolio of over $1 billion • Roles included M&A advisor, lead arranger, and syndication agent for clients including private and public energy companies, entrepreneurs, and PE groups Show less
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Senior Associate
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Jul 2004 - Oct 2006
• Completed more than 25 transactions, primarily sales of family businesses to PE but also acquisitions, private placements, valuations, fairness opinions, and litigation support • Built strong relationships with clients including middle-market private and public companies, Fortune 500 companies, and non-U.S. companies across a wide range of industries • Completed more than 25 transactions, primarily sales of family businesses to PE but also acquisitions, private placements, valuations, fairness opinions, and litigation support • Built strong relationships with clients including middle-market private and public companies, Fortune 500 companies, and non-U.S. companies across a wide range of industries
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Pinnacle West Capital Corporation
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United States
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Utilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Summer Associate
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2003 - 2003
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Development Engineer
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Jan 2001 - Aug 2002
Helped develop a video an audio streaming system. The system consisted of embedded devices serving the audio and video running Windows CE, clients and servers running Windows 2k and XP. Helped develop a video an audio streaming system. The system consisted of embedded devices serving the audio and video running Windows CE, clients and servers running Windows 2k and XP.
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Branch and Project Manager
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Jan 1994 - Dec 2000
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Education
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2002 - 2004
Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business
MBA, Finance and Management -
2022 - 2022
Stanford Continuing Studies
Project Management, Credit -
1994 - 2002
University of Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bachelor's in Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Signal Processing, Software Development -
1989 - 1993
Hoerskool Die Wilgers
High School, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
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