2018-2019 Training & Capacity Building Series
Here you will find a diverse mix of educational and cultivation offerings which have been designed in direct response to member feedback. If you’re interested in serving on the Program Committee to assist in future planning, email cbattle@handhousing.org.
JULY 2018
Housing Development Finance Professional Certification Series |HD422: Computer Spreadsheet Analysis for Housing
NOTE: This session has reached capacity. Please direct any questions to info@handhousing.org.
Date:
July 16-18, 2018
Location:
Arlington, VA
More details can be found here.
Thank you to our sponsor, BB&T!
SEPTEMBER 2018
Voter Registration | A Nonprofit’s Guide to Success!
Since the beginning of the Civil Rights movement, voter engagement efforts have played a vital role in our democratic process. Unfortunately, both low-income and minority citizens have historically been and remain underrepresented in the electoral process. In fact, only 33% of the low-income population in the U.S. is registered to vote. By encouraging residents in our communities to register to vote and ultimately cast their ballot, we can ensure that the voices of all are reflected in major public policy decisions.
In lieu of an in-person training, we’ve created a digital classroom, “Voter Registration | A Nonprofit’s Guide to Success” where members can download resources from Enterprise Community Partners, National Low Income Housing Coalition, the NAACP, Klein Hornig and Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH) highlighting best practices to host voter registration drives within affordable housing communities.
You can access course materials here. Thank you to our partners who were instrumental in organizing these resources, Virginia Housing Alliance and APAH!
Melissa Bondi, Mid-Atlantic State and Local Policy Director, Enterprise Community Partners
Victoria Bourret, Housing Advocacy Organizer, the National Low Income Housing Coalition
Kim Phillip, Community Activist, NAACP-Arlington, VA Chapter
Jose Quinonez, Director of Community Impact, APAH
Teresa Santalucia, Partner, Klein Hornig
Date:
September 27, 2018
5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Location:
The George Washington University Cloyd Heck Marvin Center
800 21st Street NW (Third Floor Amphitheater)
Washington, DC 20052
In the midst of a national affordable housing crisis, it is critical for practitioners – both seasoned experts and emerging leaders – to stay abreast of the latest updates, resources and best practices for creating and preserving affordable housing. On September 27, 2018 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at Cloyd Heck Marvin Center, 800 21st Street NW, Third Floor Amphitheater, Washington, DC 20052, join GenerationHAND for a timely discussion on innovations in the affordable housing industry in partnership with GWU’s Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis (CREUA) and KeyBank. This dynamic program will feature industry leaders engaging in a thoughtful discussion on proven strategies in the areas of services, construction and financing. The panel will also include an overview of the current state of affordable housing.
Confirmed Panelists:
- Jim Campbell, Principal, Somerset Development
- Tiffany Durr, Vice President, KeyBank (Moderator)
- Peter Seigel, CEO, Landex Development
- Lisa Sturtevant, PhD, President, Lisa Sturtevant & Associates, LLC
- Marvin Turner, Director, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members and Non-Members.
Light refreshments will be served after the panel discussion.
OCTOBER 2018
HAND Mix & Mingle
Date:
October 2, 2018
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location:
Busboys & Poets
2021 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
You asked and we listened! After receiving consistent feedback from HAND members that you’d like more networking opportunities, we are pleased to host the 2nd installment of the Mix & Mingle! Join us on October 2, 2018 from 6-8pm at Busboys & Poets, 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 as we reconnect with HAND members and invite new colleagues into the fold. We encourage all current HAND members to invite individuals who you feel would benefit from HAND membership. A prize will be awarded to any individual or organization who joins HAND on-site!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
Light refreshments will be served.
Housing Development Finance Professional Certification Series |HD430: Housing Development Finance: Problem Solving and Deal Structuring
NOTE: This session has reached capacity. Please direct any questions to info@handhousing.org.
Date:
October 15-19, 2018
Location:
VHDA Housing Center
4224 Cox Road
Glen Allen, Virginia
More details can be found here.
Thank you to our sponsor, BB&T!
NOVEMBER 2018
GenerationHAND SoulCycle Fundraiser
Date:
November 8, 2018
7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Location:
SoulCycle Mount Vernon
601 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
Good workout. Good company. A GREAT cause! Join GenerationHAND for a cycling class (with a little SOUL) to support students pursuing careers in real estate and community development! On Thursday, November 8, 2018 we will ride from 7:30-8:30pm (check-in begins at 7pm) at SoulCycle Mount Vernon, 601 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001. Funds raised will directly support scholarships awarded to graduate students studying real estate, urban planning and other fields within community development. This event is open to all- HAND members, friends of HAND, colleagues, neighbors and any individuals who may be interested in getting involved with our organization! If you know of a graduate student who would benefit from the scholarship, please direct them to fill out an application here. The recipients will be honored at HAND’s Annual Holiday Mixer in December.
GenerationHAND is an initiative designed to exclusively support practitioners who are on the rise within the affordable housing and community development industry. The goal of the initiative is to provide needed tools and guidance to emerging leaders as they pursue successful careers in the public and private sector. Through a wide variety of dialogues, panel discussions, volunteer events, and professional development activities, GenerationHAND strives to embolden practitioners and establish a pipeline of leaders who will serve as the next generation of changemakers working to create strong communities throughout the Washington region.
Spots will go quickly, so reserve yours TODAY! Want to share the event with your network?Download the flyer here.
**If you cannot attend, but would like to contribute to the scholarships, you can donate a bike by indicating your preference on the form.**
Thank you to our sponsor, the Beatrice Perkins & Bettye Uzzle Memorial Fund!
DECEMBER 2018
Regional Updates on Energy Efficiency and Affordable Housing
Date:
December 6, 2018
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location:
John Marshall Bank
1401 H Street NW,
First Floor Conference Room
Washington, DC 20005
Join us for HAND’s upcoming Green Building forum, featuring Washington Gas, John Marshall Bank, government agencies from around the region and many other partners for updates on all things green! Whether you are looking to learn about DC or Montgomery County’s Green Banks, updates to the PACE program, implement energy upgrades for your property, or maximize incentive and rebate dollars, this session will help you ensure that your green building strategy makes sense for your development. “Regional Updates on Energy Efficiency and Affordable Housing” will take place on December 6, 2018 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at John Marshall Bank, 1401 H Street NW, First Floor Conference Room, Washington, DC 20005. Register today to hear from utility companies, green banks around the region, investors and other practitioners on how to take advantage of the resources available while also improving economic development in our communities.
Confirmed speakers:
Tom Deyo, CEO, Montgomery County Green Bank
Scott Dicke, Director, Virginia C-PACE Programs, Sustainable Real Estate Solutions
Bracken Hendricks, CEO, Urban Ingenuity
Dawn Medley, Vice President, FSC First
Sean Skulley, Manager of Energy Efficiency Programs, Washington Gas
Casey Studhalter, Program Analyst, DC Department of Energy & Environment
Michelle Wright, Multifamily Account Manager, Washington Gas
Thomas Nida, Senior Vice President, John Marshall Bank (Moderator)
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsors John Marshall Bank and Washington Gas!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
2018 Holiday Mixer
Date:
December 13, 2018
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location:
1000 Maine at The Wharf
1000 Maine Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20024
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join HAND for its annual Holiday Mixer on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6-9 pm at 1000 Maine at The Wharf in Washington, DC. Guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with colleagues while celebrating HAND members who are working to create vibrant, thriving communities across the Washington metropolitan region.
Thank you to our sponsors Washington Gas and Bank of America Merrill Lynch!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $100.
JANUARY 2019
Active Shooter Response Training
Date:
January 29, 2019
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future
750 9th Street NW, Suite 650,
Cherry Blossom Conference Room
Washington, DC 20001
As we work to create thriving communities across the region, it is critical that HAND members are equipped with the tools needed to act in the event of emergency. In the spirit of preparedness, HAND is pleased to present an Active Shooter Response Training as part of its Asset Management discussion group series. If you work in an asset or property management capacity, interact with residents or would like your staff to be knowledgeable on emergency procedures, join us on January 29, 2019 from 9 –11 am at Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future (SAHF) in Washington, DC for an informative course presented by Willie McElroy of Serve DC, The Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism. Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe actions to prepare and respond to active shooter incidents
- Identify how to manage the consequences of an active shooter incident
- Recognize potential workplace violence indicators
- Create a workplace emergency plan
- Learn how to safely evacuate or shelter in place during an emergency
- Perform Hands-Only CPR and operate an AED
Don’t miss out on this important information – reserve your space today!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
GenerationHAND Presents: Insights & Bites | Lessons Learned from Industry Leaders
Panelists pictured left to right: David Cristeal, Josh Etter, Priya Jayachandran, Karen Wawrzaszek
Date:
January 31, 2019
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Location:
Ballard Spahr
1909 K Street NW, 12th Floor
Washington, DC 20006
In the midst of an affordable housing crisis, the real estate development industry continues to expand and transform with each passing year. For rising professionals, learning how to navigate changes in a political climate, shifts in the industry, and professional challenges is a valuable asset to have on your career journey. Join GenerationHAND on January 31 for breakfast bites and insights from an all-star cast of industry trailblazers! This dynamic panel, crossing a diverse set of industry sectors will delve into tips for professional success, personal anecdotes, industry trends, lessons learned, and more. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to hear from community development experts in an intimate setting! Confirmed panelists include:
David Cristeal, Director, Arlington County Housing Division
Josh Etter, Vice President, Development, Foulger-Pratt
Priya Jayachandran, President, National Housing Trust
Karen Wawrzaszek, Senior Director, Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & Blayney, LLC
Space is limited, so register today!
Thank you to our sponsor DC Housing Finance Agency!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
FEBRUARY 2019
GenerationHAND Service Event | So Others Might Eat (SOME) Dining Room
Date:
February 8, 2019
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Location:
So Others Might Eat
71 O Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20001
Pathways to Opportunity | Understand & Address Community Challenges Using Data and Engagement Tools with Opportunity360
Date:
February 13, 2019
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
National Housing Trust
1101 30th Street NW, Suite 100 A
Washington, DC 20007
Join HAND on February 13 for an interactive training on Opportunity360, an innovative platform launched by Enterprise. Are you a project manager who wants to ensure the community space in your development truly addresses issues within the community in a thoughtful manner? Or a Resident Services Manager who has been tasked with creating a resident services model? Opportunity360 provides a comprehensive approach to understand and address community challenges, identify pathways to greater opportunities using cross-sector data, and features 40 community engagement and measurement tools! With this information, you and your team can be better positioned to make smart investments and create collaborative solutions that transform your community. Don’t forget your laptops, as attendees will be able to participate in live-demos during the session. We are pleased to have Andrew Masters, Strategic Partnerships Manager of the Knowledge, Impact and Strategy Team at Enterprise join us for this session, during which he will introduce you to the tool, and demonstrate how you can use it to design meaningful programming for residents in the communities you serve.
Thank you to our sponsor DC Housing Finance Agency!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
APRIL 2019
The State of the Region: Real Estate Trends, Market Conditions & Challenges
Panelists pictured left to right: Cheryl Cort, Kyrus Freeman, Corey Powell, Lisa Sturtevant, PhD, Director Andrew Trueblood, Susanna Mitchell (Moderator)
Date:
April 3, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Nixon Peabody
799 9th Street NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20001
Did you know that the development of nearly 1,000 affordable homes in DC has been stalled since 2012? In the midst of a national crisis, this delay not only hurts individuals seeking decent, affordable housing, but also the communities where they reside.
On April 3, join HAND for The State of the Region: Real Estate Trends, Market Conditions & Challenges. The session will begin with an informative presentation by Dr. Lisa Sturtevant of LSA, who will delve into current trends in the regional economy and housing market, in addition to an analysis of the factors that will impact housing supply and affordability in the Washington area in 2019.
Following her presentation, a panel of experts will discuss an ongoing challenge in DC that has set back countless developments in recent years: lawsuits brought against the DC Zoning Commission for approving a planned-unit development (PUD). PUDs are one of the keys to unlocking increased affordable housing within a project and critical community benefits. Operating without PUDs could have serious consequences for housing affordability and the vitality of our communities. Partners representing the government, development and legal spaces will weigh in on this hot topic, their personal experiences and the strategies in place to address this pressing issue.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Cheryl Cort, Policy Director, Coalition for Smarter Growth
- Kyrus Freeman, Partner, Holland & Knight LLP
- Corey Powell, Chief Operating Officer, Dantes Partners
- Lisa Sturtevant, PhD, President, LSA
- Andrew Trueblood, Interim Director, DC Office of Planning
- Susanna Mitchell, Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP (Moderator)
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsor Nixon Peabody!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
Best Practices for Acquisition-Rehabilitation
Panelists pictured left to right: Stacie Birenbach, Neal Drobenare, Noah Hale, Deborah Norris, Brian Rennie, Matt Sislen (Moderator)
Date:
April 10, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Bozzuto
6406 Ivy Lane
Greenbelt, MD 20770
It is safe to say that all tax credit properties are complex in nature, but when it comes to an acquisition-rehab development, there are specific nuances that make these developments unique. These Tax Credit deals, which involve the acquisition and rehabilitation of existing properties, can involve communication with the existing population, construction and unit transfers, among other items. Join HAND on April 10 for an informative program on all things acquisition-rehab. Guests will have the opportunity to learn from case studies in the Washington region, and hear from an expert panel of developers, syndicators and other partners who are experienced in these transactions. Some of the topics to be discussed include:
- Acquisition-rehab specifics for DC, MD and VA
- Financing structures
- Specialized projects: seniors, homeless, disabled, veterans, etc.
- Construction / work scope issues
- Operational challenges (Rehab in Place, resident displacement, etc.)
- Accounting nuances
- Legal considerations
- Stacie Birenbach, Senior Real Estate Development Officer, Community Preservation and Development Corporation
- Neal Drobenare, Senior Vice President, Acquisitions, NHP Foundation
- Noah Hale, Director of Development, TM Associates Inc.
- Deborah Norris, CPA, Director, Hertzbach & Company, P.A.
- Brian Rennie, Director, Bozzuto Construction Company
- Matt Sislen, Co-Founder & Principal, Audubon Enterprises (Moderator)
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsor Bozzuto!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
Creating Strong Partnerships for Supportive Housing Developments | Developers, Service Providers & Property Managers
Date:
April 16, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church
900 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
For individuals and families who face life’s most difficult challenges, supportive housing is a proven solution that helps provide a renewed sense of security, autonomy and dignity. By combining affordable housing with critical services, this tool improves housing stability, employment, mental and physical health, school attendance and reduces active substance use. Not only does supportive housing improve quality of life for the most vulnerable populations, but it also leads to positive community outcomes at greater cost effectiveness.
With mounting evidence demonstrating this success, more and more communities and sectors are looking to make investments in supportive housing projects. The key to making these investments work is building effective partnerships between all of the players involved – real estate developers, property management firms, and service providers. Join HAND on April 16 for “Creating Strong Partnerships for Supportive Housing Developments | Developers, Service Providers & Property Managers.” This exciting program will break down the language barriers between partners, provide the key ingredients for quality supportive housing, and explore local and national innovations in the development of supportive housing.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Jillian Fox, Senior Program Manager, CSH
- Mike Scheurer, Vice President of Housing and Community Development, Cornerstones
- Susie Sinclair-Smith, Executive Director, Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless
- Chapman Todd, Consultant, Jaydot LLC
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsor Hertzbach & Company, P.A.!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
Federal Budget Forecast and Updates to HUD Programs
Panelists pictured left to right: Steve Berg, Robert Iber, Susan Monaco, Andrea Ponsor and Leslie Meyers
Date:
April 25, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
500 New Jersey Avenue NW, 12th Floor
Washington, DC 20001
In an evolving political landscape, it is more important than ever for industry professionals to stay abreast of developments emerging from the federal government. With these changes come direct impacts to the creation and preservation of affordable housing. Join HAND for a timely and informative discussion on the federal budget and critical updates to HUD programs on April 25. This panel of experts will decode the current state of affairs and what’s on the horizon:
- HUD budget and appropriations
- Highlights from the recently passed FY19 bill and the landscape for FY20
- Updates to multifamily programs and initiatives
- Opportunity Zones from a HUD multifamily perspective
- MAP lending for LIHTC properties
- Guidelines for the new PILOT program
We look forward to the following speakers joining us:
- Steve Berg, Vice President for Programs and Policy, National Alliance to End Homelessness
- Robert Iber, Senior Advisor, the Office of Multifamily Housing Programs, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Susan Monaco, Senior Vice President/FHA Chief Underwriter, FHA Multifamily, Bank of America Merrill Lynch
- Andrea Ponsor, COO & EVP- Policy, Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future
- Leslie Meyers,
Senior Vice President/FHA Multifamily Originations Manager, Community Development Banking, Bank of America Merrill Lynch (Moderator)
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsor Hooten Construction!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
MAY 2019
Twinning, Bond Structures, and Tailoring the Tax Credit Provisions
Panelists pictured left to right: Kimmel Cameron, Ed Delany, Erik T. Hoffman, Peter Lawrence, Kent Neumann, Lindsay Soyka
Date:
May 14, 2019
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location:
D.C. Housing Finance Agency
815 Florida Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
9-4 Twinning has arrived in the DMV—join us to see where it is going! On May 14, HAND will convene a seasoned group of professionals to discuss what each of the three jurisdictions are doing to implement and encourage twinning, to consider both existing and innovative bond structures that are best paired with deal and the jurisdiction and how to tailor the tax credit terms to best serve these unique financing structures. This is an Advanced Training and assumes working knowledge of twinning and the programs from the jurisdictions.
Confirmed speakers:
- Kimmel Cameron, Vice President, Hudson Housing Capital
- Ed Delany, Senior Director, Senior Capital Officer, Capital One
- Erik T. Hoffman, Partner, Klein Hornig LLP
- Peter Lawrence, Director of Public Policy and Government Relations, Novogradac
- Kent Neumann, Founding Partner, Tiber Hudson LLC
- Lindsay Soyka, Senior Vice President, R4 Capital
Lunch will be served. Thank you to our sponsors Capital One, Hudson Housing Capital, Klein Hornig and Tiber Hudson!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
The Changing Face of Real Estate Developers
Panelists pictured left to right: Allyson Randolph, Blaise Rastello, John Welsh, Winell Belfonte
Date:
May 23, 2019
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
CohnReznick LLP
7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 400E
Bethesda, MD 20814
The need for affordable and supportive housing is palpable across the Capital Region, but competition in this market remains fierce. Real estate developers are exploring new partnerships and pursuing projects outside of their historical footprint, in an effort to increase impact and create value. Alongside the rewards of growth, there are also serious risks when venturing into new territory. This diverse panel of experts will discuss both opportunities and challenges when exploring a development in the great unknown:
- Partnerships – The relationship between developers, property managers, and service providers
- Jurisdiction – What to keep in mind when it comes to permitting, zoning, and entitlements
- Construction – Navigating the experience with a new general contractor and subcontractor
- Operations – Guidance on property management, residents, and programming
Confirmed speakers include:
- Allyson Randolph, Director of Housing Development, Community Solutions
- Blaise Rastello, Development Director/Affordable Housing, Gilbane Development Company
- John Welsh, Vice President, Multifamily Group, AHC Inc.
- Winell Belfonte, CPA, Partner, Affordable Housing and Not-for-Profit and Education Industry Practices, CohnReznick LLP (Moderator)
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsor CohnReznick LLP!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
REGISTER TODAY!
Construction Project Management: Value Engineering in the Age of Green
Panelists pictured left to right: James Ball, Pat Bessette, Mel Thompson, Tom Wahl
Date:
May 29, 2019
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
House of Lebanon
27 O Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001
On May 29, HAND is pleased to host Construction Project Management: Value Engineering in the Age of Green. This informative session will equip participants with tools and resources to effectively manage the construction process from preconstruction to the finish line. An expert lineup of speakers will offer insights from across the industry: architecture, green building, property management, general contracting, and real estate development. Some of the topics to be discussed include:
- The integration of green features into operations and property management
- Cost containment
- Decision making & budget impacts
- Jurisdictional nuances
- Value engineering
Confirmed speakers include:
- James Ball, Vice President of Sales, MaGrann Associates
- Pat Bessette, President, Quantum Real Estate Management
- Russell Katz, Managing Director, MOMIDC
- Mel Thompson, Principal, Grimm and Parker
- Tom Wahl, Executive Vice President, Hamel Builders
Continental breakfast will be served. Thank you to our sponsors Hamel Builders & Quantum Real Estate Management!
Registration fees: This event is free to current HAND Members; Non-Member Fee: $75.
REGISTER TODAY!
JUNE 2019
SAVE THE DATE | HAND’s 28th Annual Meeting & Housing Expo
Date:
June 11, 2019
Location:
Washington, DC
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HAND Property Manager Series | Ethics for the Property Manager
HAND is pleased to partner with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) to host Ethics for the Property Manager. This foundational course is designed to help property management professionals excel in their everyday operations. How you respond to ethical challenges has a large impact on your long-term personal reputation and success. But being ethical is not just a matter of following the law – it’s meeting the standards and expectations that govern the real estate profession. Professional ethics matter, and people pay attention. Register today and learn to tackle ethical dilemmas head on!
- Get a full overview of the IREM Code of Professional Ethics, including the study of actual ethics cases and their implications.
- Tactics and strategies to resolve ethical dilemmas.
- Avoiding Conflict: Identifying factors that contribute to conflicts of interest so you’ll know when to avoid them.
The program includes:
- Ethics for the Real Estate Manager ETH800 course
- ETH800 Exam
- Access to certificate of completion upon completion of exam
- IREM Certified Property Manager (CPM) and Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) credentialing course credit
Save money by joining HAND today and receive the benefit of discounted training and free attendance to member activities.
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