John Kershaw - freelance exec producer, live/virtual
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Micou Crawford
John is not only knowledgeable and experienced as a project director he is also calm and very professional. John oversaw the delivery of an extremely complex virtual event in a very short timeframe and his attention to detail and flexibility in adapting ensured that the event was delivered seamlessly. With 6 greenscreen locations across multiple time zones and ongoing changes due to Covid restrictions John ensured all sites and technical details were backed up and fully co-ordinated. John excels at communication with both clients and suppliers and his experience enables him to guide the client to the right decisions without compromising the project. Knowing that John is on your team allows you to focus on your role and that you are in safe hands.
Tansy Teuten
I’ve been lucky enough to work with John in the Middle East & UK. He is a very experienced Event Director with a broad knowledge of multiple industries. He is creative in his approach and a consummate professional. His calm demeanor means he’s apt at dealing with Senior Level executives as well as managing a team to deliver high caliber events. He is a delight to have as part of a team as his level headed approach paired with his solutions focused attitude means he brings a serene dimension to any large high pressure project team. I would highly recommend him.
Micou Crawford
John is not only knowledgeable and experienced as a project director he is also calm and very professional. John oversaw the delivery of an extremely complex virtual event in a very short timeframe and his attention to detail and flexibility in adapting ensured that the event was delivered seamlessly. With 6 greenscreen locations across multiple time zones and ongoing changes due to Covid restrictions John ensured all sites and technical details were backed up and fully co-ordinated. John excels at communication with both clients and suppliers and his experience enables him to guide the client to the right decisions without compromising the project. Knowing that John is on your team allows you to focus on your role and that you are in safe hands.
Tansy Teuten
I’ve been lucky enough to work with John in the Middle East & UK. He is a very experienced Event Director with a broad knowledge of multiple industries. He is creative in his approach and a consummate professional. His calm demeanor means he’s apt at dealing with Senior Level executives as well as managing a team to deliver high caliber events. He is a delight to have as part of a team as his level headed approach paired with his solutions focused attitude means he brings a serene dimension to any large high pressure project team. I would highly recommend him.
Micou Crawford
John is not only knowledgeable and experienced as a project director he is also calm and very professional. John oversaw the delivery of an extremely complex virtual event in a very short timeframe and his attention to detail and flexibility in adapting ensured that the event was delivered seamlessly. With 6 greenscreen locations across multiple time zones and ongoing changes due to Covid restrictions John ensured all sites and technical details were backed up and fully co-ordinated. John excels at communication with both clients and suppliers and his experience enables him to guide the client to the right decisions without compromising the project. Knowing that John is on your team allows you to focus on your role and that you are in safe hands.
Tansy Teuten
I’ve been lucky enough to work with John in the Middle East & UK. He is a very experienced Event Director with a broad knowledge of multiple industries. He is creative in his approach and a consummate professional. His calm demeanor means he’s apt at dealing with Senior Level executives as well as managing a team to deliver high caliber events. He is a delight to have as part of a team as his level headed approach paired with his solutions focused attitude means he brings a serene dimension to any large high pressure project team. I would highly recommend him.
Micou Crawford
John is not only knowledgeable and experienced as a project director he is also calm and very professional. John oversaw the delivery of an extremely complex virtual event in a very short timeframe and his attention to detail and flexibility in adapting ensured that the event was delivered seamlessly. With 6 greenscreen locations across multiple time zones and ongoing changes due to Covid restrictions John ensured all sites and technical details were backed up and fully co-ordinated. John excels at communication with both clients and suppliers and his experience enables him to guide the client to the right decisions without compromising the project. Knowing that John is on your team allows you to focus on your role and that you are in safe hands.
Tansy Teuten
I’ve been lucky enough to work with John in the Middle East & UK. He is a very experienced Event Director with a broad knowledge of multiple industries. He is creative in his approach and a consummate professional. His calm demeanor means he’s apt at dealing with Senior Level executives as well as managing a team to deliver high caliber events. He is a delight to have as part of a team as his level headed approach paired with his solutions focused attitude means he brings a serene dimension to any large high pressure project team. I would highly recommend him.
Credentials
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WHO Covid-19 Mass Particpation Gatherings Risk Assessment Training
World Health OrganizationAug, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Tech IOSH
IOSHFeb, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
NEBOSH Health and Safety
NEBOSH CertificationNov, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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extracom
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Integrated Event Experience Project Director
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Oct 1999 - Present
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Wunderman Thompson UK
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Senior Project Director
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Apr 2022 - Jun 2022
Senior project director on a number of projects for Wunderman Thompson clients Virtual, hybrid and IRL events for financial, energy and tech clients
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Senior Producer
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May 2021 - Apr 2022
Senior produced role working on the Shell Polymers account. Virtual mixology event and IRL immersive dining experience
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Wasserman
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Virtual Event Producer
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Mar 2022 - Apr 2022
Virtual event producer for Lenovo Kickoffs 2022. Virtual event producer for Lenovo Kickoffs 2022.
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Wasserman X
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Virtual Event Technical Producer - Freelance
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Feb 2021 - May 2021
Technical Producer for consumer tech virtual events. 3 consecutive streams - China, Asia Pac and Rest of World, over 36hr period. Multiple presenter locations broadcasting live in green screen scenario via hub stage in London, out onto streaming platform. Voting, polls, audience interaction with stage, live panel sessions. Technical Producer for consumer tech virtual events. 3 consecutive streams - China, Asia Pac and Rest of World, over 36hr period. Multiple presenter locations broadcasting live in green screen scenario via hub stage in London, out onto streaming platform. Voting, polls, audience interaction with stage, live panel sessions.
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DML Marketing
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Virtual Event Director - Freelance
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May 2020 - Feb 2021
Production management of a virtual event for NOKIA - Real Talk 2020 November, and NOKIA CS Sales Conference, February: Bespoke platform build Film direction and editing Programme development external speaker sourcing Moderator sourcing Mix of live sessions and pre-recorded films Delivered via their website, Linked In Live and Facebook Production management of a virtual event for NOKIA - Real Talk 2020 November, and NOKIA CS Sales Conference, February: Bespoke platform build Film direction and editing Programme development external speaker sourcing Moderator sourcing Mix of live sessions and pre-recorded films Delivered via their website, Linked In Live and Facebook
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KTS EVENTS LTD
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Virtual Event Producer, content creation and delivery
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Jul 2020 - Jan 2021
I am currently working on a series of projects for this client: Virtual Picnic - Virtual event design and content production for a virtual picnic for 200 global staff. I devised a 90 minute event to include motivational speakers, entertainment and DJ suited to the Microsoft Teams platform. In addition 200 bespoke food hampers for employees and their families were sourced in market and delivered in time for the event with a 4 week lead time. Guests from UK, USA, China, UAE and Europe came together on a Friday morning/lunchtime/evening for a celebratory event. Film production - Scriptwriter/producer/director for a North American pension fund company film. Virtual Christmas - Content Producer and production delivery of a virtual Christmas event for 55,000 global banking employees. 25 entertainment acts, speeches, awards and live DJ.
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Nteractive
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Project Director - Global Currency Forum
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Jul 2019 - Mar 2020
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Freelance Senior Producer - Gartner IT Xpo Barcelona
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Nov 2019 - Nov 2019
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Freelance Senior Producer for Beneficial Ag 2019 Conference
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Feb 2019 - Jun 2019
Produced the inaugural Beneficial Ag conference in Memphis, Tennessee. Keynotes, breakouts, wifi, exhibition stands, evening rooftop reception with bespoke menu produced from local produce grown sustainably, registration, event app etc. 600 delegates from across the globe attended the 2-day event.
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Background Europe
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Security and Investigations
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Freelance Project Director
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Oct 2018 - Nov 2018
Project Director for LG Dark Skies activation in Westfield Europe Project Director for LG Dark Skies activation in Westfield Europe
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Stagestruck Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Project Director
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Sep 2018 - Nov 2018
Project Director for Barclays Forwards conference. 1000 delegates in groups of 250 rotated through opening plenary and experiential breakout sessions, conceptualised, designed and built by the team at Stagestruck Project Director for Barclays Forwards conference. 1000 delegates in groups of 250 rotated through opening plenary and experiential breakout sessions, conceptualised, designed and built by the team at Stagestruck
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Freelance Exec Producer
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Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
Exec Producer for Facebook's Cannes Lions activation. Managed the delivery of the beach experience which saw on average 4,000 visitors each day. Client was delighted saying it was the best activation from install to operation to removal they had ever done at Cannes Lions Exec Producer for Facebook's Cannes Lions activation. Managed the delivery of the beach experience which saw on average 4,000 visitors each day. Client was delighted saying it was the best activation from install to operation to removal they had ever done at Cannes Lions
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White Event Production
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Production Director
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Nov 2017 - Feb 2018
Short-term contract to deliver conference and awards dinner for Amey Construction, assist with business development, pitches and quoting. Short-term contract to deliver conference and awards dinner for Amey Construction, assist with business development, pitches and quoting.
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Experiential Client Services/Production Director
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Feb 2016 - Jul 2017
Working across several projects in several industries - sport, online gaming and drinks. Helping to shape the campaign strategy through experiential and online strategies with the clients before overseeing a team executing the activation. Working across several projects in several industries - sport, online gaming and drinks. Helping to shape the campaign strategy through experiential and online strategies with the clients before overseeing a team executing the activation.
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Production Director
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Dec 2016 - Apr 2017
Managing a team of account handlers, operations managers and creatives to deliver concurrent, multi-million pound experiential programmes for global booze client across Europe and USA. Working on the strategy with the client to help devise a 'toolkit' approach to global activation programmes, driving consistency of brand message and raising standards of production delivery. Working collaboratively with additional agencies to deliver integrated campaigns that exceed KPIs. Managing a team of account handlers, operations managers and creatives to deliver concurrent, multi-million pound experiential programmes for global booze client across Europe and USA. Working on the strategy with the client to help devise a 'toolkit' approach to global activation programmes, driving consistency of brand message and raising standards of production delivery. Working collaboratively with additional agencies to deliver integrated campaigns that exceed KPIs.
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Freelance Client Services/Project Director - Steinhoff
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Oct 2015 - Dec 2015
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Freelance Producer - BAT
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Oct 2015 - Nov 2015
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Freelance Producer - SKODA Global Dealer Launch
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Mar 2015 - May 2015
Producer on: SKODA World Dealer Conference, Vienna
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Freelance Producer - SKODA incentive
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Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Producer on: SKODA Best Dealer Event, Dubai
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Freelance Producer - HP
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Dec 2014 - Feb 2015
Producer on: HP Sprout Launch, Truman Brewery Producer on: HP Sprout Launch, Truman Brewery
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Freelance Producer
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Dec 2014 - Dec 2014
Producer on: Annual Results, UBS Conference Centre. I have produced this event every year since 2004. Management of senior directors of the company to deliver annual and interim results to shareholders, press and analysts. Content provision, document printing, technical production, live webcasting and on demand management. Producer on: Annual Results, UBS Conference Centre. I have produced this event every year since 2004. Management of senior directors of the company to deliver annual and interim results to shareholders, press and analysts. Content provision, document printing, technical production, live webcasting and on demand management.
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Freelance Producer
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Sep 2014 - Sep 2014
Producer on: DARTY Group AGM, Crowne Plaza London. I have produced this event every year since 2004. Management of senior directors of the company to deliver annual AGM to shareholders. Content provision, document printing, technical production of stage design and AV. Producer on: DARTY Group AGM, Crowne Plaza London. I have produced this event every year since 2004. Management of senior directors of the company to deliver annual AGM to shareholders. Content provision, document printing, technical production of stage design and AV.
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Experiential Production Director Qatar 2022 Fan Zone for the 2014 Brazil World Cup
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Apr 2014 - Jul 2014
Managing a team across all design, production, delivery and execution in purpose-built fan zone structure. Internet, networking, RFID, online registration, landscaping, public wifi, environment design, audiovisual, entertainment, staffing, activations, air-conditioning, water recycling, visitor logistics and transportation. 300 staff per day. Unique cooling towers being tested that will be used in 2022 stadia. Managing a team across all design, production, delivery and execution in purpose-built fan zone structure. Internet, networking, RFID, online registration, landscaping, public wifi, environment design, audiovisual, entertainment, staffing, activations, air-conditioning, water recycling, visitor logistics and transportation. 300 staff per day. Unique cooling towers being tested that will be used in 2022 stadia.
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MKTG Inc
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United States
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Market Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Director
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Apr 2012 - Aug 2013
MKTG Inc, headquartered in New York, opened its first global office in London in 2012. with an enviable client list with brands such as Nike, Beats By Dre, Johnny Walker and Proctor and Gamble, the London office needed to hit the ground running in order to service client needs. I was brought on board to fast track the set-up of the London operation, at first shadowing the production director, before taking on the role. My industry knowledge and black book of suppliers and personnel enabled us to seamlessly provide the same MKTG brand values to UK clients that were so successfully applied in the USA.
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Pumphouse
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Bangladesh
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Operations Manager
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Dec 2008 - Sep 2011
My responsibilities included: Being part of the senior management team. Management of suppliers, discounts and staffing resources. Scheduling of project delivery though all departments. Budget management from £5K-£1m. Delivery of client projects. Business development. My responsibilities included: Being part of the senior management team. Management of suppliers, discounts and staffing resources. Scheduling of project delivery though all departments. Budget management from £5K-£1m. Delivery of client projects. Business development.
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Plus Two
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Producer
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Jul 1997 - Oct 1999
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Technovation
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E-Learning Providers
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Production Manager
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Jul 1996 - Jul 1997
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Education
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1990 - 1994
De Montfort University
BA Hons -
1978 - 1990
The Kings School Gloucester
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