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GREETINGS
WELCOME TO ILLINOIS
Greetings!
On behalf of the Illinois Office of Tourism and our presenting sponsors, Great Rivers
Country and Travel Channel, I would like to welcome you to Chicago and the 2018 Illinois
Governor’s Conference on Travel & Tourism.
This year’s conference is going to be a great one! We’re very fortunate to be able to present
several of the nation’s leading travel experts and speakers, as well as educational breakout
sessions focusing on marketing tactics, public relations, market trends and more. And as
always, we’ve planned plenty of conference programming to connect with industry peers,
collaborate and exchange ideas to shape the future of Illinois tourism.
For me, this year’s conference is also about coming together to remember. As we move
throughout the next three days, we’ll take time to celebrate our industry’s best and
brightest, as well as the marketing and advertising strategies that contributed to an
amazing year of growth for Illinois travel.
And don’t forget to explore Chicago while you’re here. As Illinois residents, we can
sometimes forget just how amazing this city really is. Over the next few days, I hope you’ll
take a few moments to experience the food, shopping and cultural attractions that help
make Chicago one of the world’s great cities.
A special and heartfelt ‘thank you’ to all of our sponsors and exhibitors, as well as the
ICCVB, for their participation and support as we bring our industry together once again for
this premier tourism event. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Thank you so much for joining us. I look forward to sharing in all the excitement of
ILGOV18 with you soon!
Your friend in Illinois tourism,
Cory M. Jobe
Director
Illinois Office of Tourism
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INTRODUCTION
2018 ILLINOIS GOVERNOR’S
CONFERENCE ON TRAVEL & TOURISM
Hosted by the
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC
OPPORTUNITY, OFFICE OF TOURISM
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25
1:00 PM − 4:00 PM
ILLINOIS VOLUNTOURISM (IVT)
DuSable Museum
740 E 56th Pl, Chicago
Sponsored by: Peoria CVB
6:00 PM − 7:00 PM
IVT PARTICIPANT THANK YOU RECEPTION
On behalf of the Illinois Office of Tourism, this exclusive
event will pay thanks to the dedicated tourism
professionals involved in the day’s volunteer event.
(Please note that this event is by invitation only)
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26
NOON − 7:00 PM
ILLINOIS GOVERNOR’S CONFERENCE ON TRAVEL
& TOURISM REGISTRATION
Registration Bays
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2:00 P.M. − 3:00 P.M.
LEADER LAB: ANIRBAN BASU
Red Lacquer Room
Back by popular demand, Anirban is the chairman
and CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic
and policy consulting firm in Baltimore, MD. Anirban
is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most recognizable
economists, serving a variety of prominent clients,
including developers, bankers, brokerage houses,
energy suppliers and law firms. On behalf of
government agencies and non-profit organizations,
he has written several high-profile economic
development strategies. Among other roles, Mr. Basu
serves as the chief economist to Associated Builders
and Contractors (national) and as chief economic
advisor to the Construction Financial Management
Association.
Sponsored by: Booking.com
5:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
HAPPY HOUR FOR FIRST TIME ATTENDEES
Chicago Room (5th floor)
Kick-off the conference an hour early with a special
reception for all first-time attendees! You’ll have the
opportunity, along with participating mentors, to
network with Cory Jobe, Director of Illinois Office of
Tourism, in addition to tourism professionals and other
industry leaders from across the state.
Sponsored by: CrowdRiff
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6:00 P.M. – 6:45 P.M.
PRE-AWARDS COCKTAIL HOUR
Red Lacquer Room
In preparation for the Awards Dinner - mingle, greet
and network with your fellow travel and tourism
industry peers. This cocktail hour serves as a welcome
reception to reconnect with old friends and make some
new ones!
Sponsored by: Chicagoland Speedway
and Route 66 Raceway
7:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.
ILLINOIS EXCELLENCE IN TOURISM AWARDS DINNER:
JAZZED ABOUT TOURISM
Grand Ballroom
Join us for the 2018 Illinois Excellence in Tourism
Awards Dinner honoring innovative tourism marketing
initiatives that promote the outstanding destinations,
events and attractions throughout the State.
Sponsored by: Travel Channel
Formal attire, black tie optional.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
8:30 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.
BREAKFAST & PRESENTATION BY FIRST LADY
DIANA RAUNER
New Illinois Executive Mansion in Springfield
First Lady Rauner will make her Governor’s Conference
debut with a short presentation on the Illinois Executive
Mansion renovations.
Grand Ballroom
Sponsored by: Museums in the Park
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
9:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.
KEYNOTE SESSION: A TRAVEL TREND REPORT
WITH BRAND USA
Grand Ballroom
Speaker: Carroll Rheem, Vice President of Research &
Analytics, Brand USA
Discover how to reach international travelers in 2018,
what’s on the horizon for destination marketing and
what’s next for Brand USA.
As Brand USA’s VP of Research and a noted industry
expert, Carroll Rheem is frequently quoted in trade
and consumer media outlets, including The Wall Street
Journal, The New York Times, TIME magazine and
Conde Nast Traveler. This year, she’s bringing her Brand
USA research to the ILGOV18 stage with a report on the
latest trends and consumer insights.
Sponsored by: Illinois Restaurant Association
10:30 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
BREAK/NETWORKING TIME
Innovation Hall
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION A:
POWER TO THE PITCH
Salon 4
What does it take to get your destination, event, restaurant
or attraction featured in the headlines? Our all-star panel
of travel writers and media professionals will help you
determine what’s news-worthy and provide insider-tips,
including pitching do’s and don’ts, to get your stories
noticed and secure media placements in print, digital and
broadcast outlets.
Moderator: Marla Cichowski, VP of Communications &
Media Relations, TimeZoneOne
Panelist: Lisa Lubin, Emmy®-Award Winning TV
Producer and Founder of LLmedia
Panelist: Kit Bernardi, Travel Journalist, Photographer &
Marketer
Panelist: Jake Eastburn, Executive Producer,
KWQC-TV’s Paula Sands Live
Sponsored by: Meredith Travel Marketing
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION B:
SECRETS TO BETTER SELLING
Salon 3
From the smallest local bed & breakfast to the largest
global corporation, there’s one skill that transcends
all industries – selling. This session will provide you
with the knowledge you need to differentiate yourself
from your competitors by creating a sales strategy that
adds value every day. Learn about new tools for your
destinations, hotels, attractions and industry partners to
quickly expand influence and meet customer needs.
Speaker: Dave Hamilton, Senior Vice President,
Signature Worldwide
Sponsored by: Meredith Travel Marketing
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION C:
THE MOTIVATIONS AND MINDSETS OF TRAVELERS
Salon 9
Travel is not a one size fits all experience, and traveler
motivations, preferences and priorities vary around
the world. A new study commissioned by Expedia
Media Solutions and conducted by Northstar Research
Partners illustrates the complex and time-consuming
purchase journey of digital travelers in the United
States, the United Kingdom and China, comparing their
digital behavior trends and uncovering the motives and
emotions behind their consideration set as they search,
discover, explore and book travel.
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Speaker: Derek E. Price, Director, North America,
Expedia Media Solutions
Sponsored by: Meredith Travel Marketing
12:15 P.M. – 2:15 P.M.
LUNCH AND KEYNOTE SESSION: CRISIS MANAGEMENT
AND TOURISM SECURITY
Grand Ballroom
Speaker: Dr. Peter E. Tarlow, PhD, Founder & President
of Tourism & More
During our afternoon lunch, Dr. Tarlow will unpack the
importance of tourism security, discuss how it can be
used in marketing destinations and help you prepare for
your worst-case scenario.
Dr. Peter E. Tarlow is a world-renowned speaker
and expert specializing in the impact of crime and
terrorism on the tourism industry, event and tourism risk
management and tourism and economic development.
2:15 P.M. – 2:45 P.M.
BREAK/NETWORKING TIME
Innovation Hall
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2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION A:
HAVE VIDEO, WILL TRAVEL
Salon 4
Video is ubiquitous in today’s digital landscape. As the
easiest and best way to tell your brand’s story, video
and photography is a must for the savvy marketer. This
insightful session demystifies video best-practices and
provides immediately actionable tips to start producing
high-quality videos for your audience. This session will
also touch on how to capture compelling photography
to promote and market your destination to the media.
Speaker: Lisa Lubin, Emmy®-Award Winning TV
Producer and Founder of LLmedia
Sponsored by: J. Walter Thompson
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION B:
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE EVOLVING LGBTQ TRAVEL
SEGMENT
Salon 3
This session is designed for travel professionals
interested in learning about the lucrative LGBTQ travel
segment as well as best practices in marketing to
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer travelers.
Just bring an open mind and your questions. Join this
interactive and informative panel with leading experts in
LGBTQ travel.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT.)
Moderator: Ed Salvato, LGBTQ Travel Expert and
Author of The Handbook of LGBT Tourism and
Hospitality
Panelist: Chad Honeycutt, Executive Director of
Northalsted Business Alliance
Panelist: Tracy Baim, Publisher & Executive Editor at
Windy City Times
Panelist: Victor Salvo, Founder and Executive Director
of The Legacy Project
Sponsored by: J. Walter Thompson
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
BREAKOUT SESSION OPTION C:
NO MONEY, NO PROBLEMS
Salon 9
So celebrity endorsements aren’t in your budget this
year – that doesn’t mean you can’t do great marketing.
From low-budget to no-budget, we’ll teach you how to
utilize low-cost channels and leverage the Illinois Office
of Tourism’s global efforts to make your marketing
dollars go further.
Moderator: Justin Blandford, Superintendent of State
Historic Sites in Springfield
Panelist: Julie Sur, SVP of Public Relations and Social
Media Strategy at TimeZoneOne, the Illinois Office of
Tourism’s PR Agency of Record
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
Panelist: Steven Guerrini, VP of Sales,
CTM Media Group
Panelist: Fred Meyer, Digital Strategist,
Copywriter,McDaniels Marketing
Panelist: Tim O’Malley, Founder & CEO, Concierge
Preferred
Sponsored by: J. Walter Thompson
4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
KEYNOTE SESSION: THE EVOLUTION OF DIGITAL
STORYTELLING
Grand Ballroom
Social media. Email marketing. “Content is king!”
We think we’ve heard it all. But as they say, “times are
a-changin,” and how you tell your story digitally should
too. Travelzoo Head of Communications, Cat Jordan,
brings her expertise to bear with the latest digital tools
and best practices to inspire your audience in 2018
-- from Facebook Live, to influencers, to the email
marketing renaissance.
Speaker: Cat Jordan, Head of Communications at
Travelzoo
Sponsored by: TimeZoneOne
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
5:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
LAST CALL TRADE SHOW RECEPTION
Innovation Hall
Close the day by mingling with exhibitors and industry
peers you connected with earlier in the day, over a
cocktail at the closing Tradeshow Reception.
Sponsored by: Navy Pier
6:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
FREE TIME
6:30 P.M. — 7:00 P.M.
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED BY BIG BUS
Palmer House to A Night at the Movies:
Lucky Strike & AMC River East 21
6:45 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES: AMERICA’S MUSICAL JOURNEY
Lucky Strike & AMC River East 21, Theatre 12
322 E Illinois St, Chicago
Relax and network with industry peers at our annual
Tuesday night reception. This year, you’ll be wined and
dined at Lucky Strike - Chicago before heading upstairs
to the AMC River East 21 for an exclusive screening of
the brand new music documentary, America’s Musical
Journey. Produced by Brand USA, America’s Musical
Journey takes viewers on an adventure across America,
as it explores the cultures and experiences that gave
rise to some of our most iconic musical traditions.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
Featuring a starring performance from Chicago’s very
own Jazz-scene, this is one night at the movies that
won’t disappoint.
Sponsored by: Choose Chicago
9:00 P.M. – 9:15 P.M.
BUS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED
A Night at the Movies to After Party at the SNL
Experience
Sponsored by: Big Bus
9:15 P.M. – 11:00 P.M.
AFTER PARTY AT THE SNL EXPERIENCE
Museum of Broadcast Communications,
360 N State St., Chicago
Join us for a night-cap and get exclusive access to the
secrets of Saturday Night Live and some of Chicago’s
improv luminaries.
Get immersed in Saturday Night Live’s fast-paced
creative processes, and see how ideas come to life
in just days. Interact with sets, original props, and
costumes, as you take selfies on Jeopardy, rock out on
the Wayne’s World couch, and deliver the ‘news’ from
behind the Weekend Update desk. You’ve watched
SNL – now relive the past 42 years in a way you never
imagined. This exhibit is a once in a lifetime experience!
Sponsored by: Illinois Film Office
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 (CONT)
LIMITED BUS SCHEDULE FROM SNL EXPERIENCE
TO PALMER HOUSE
Sponsored by: Big Bus
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28
9:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.
BREAKFAST & STATE OF THE STATE: CORY JOBE,
DIRECTOR, ILLINOIS OFFICE OF TOURISM
Grand Ballroom
This annual address will be taking a fresh look back
at the marketing and advertising strategies that
contributed to an amazing year for Illinois tourism.
We will share our vision for the industry and offer
a sneak preview of the exciting new initiatives and
programs sure to make 2018 another great year.
Sponsored by: Village of Rosemont
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HOTEL CHECKOUT
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In 2017, Chicago & its partners welcomed 55.2 million visitors setting a new record.
These visitors spent an estimated $15 Billion and generated an estimated
$972 Million in state and local taxes (municipality & Cook County). The Tourism
Industry in Chicago added an estimated 1,450 jobs in 2017, now totaling over
146,000. Investor confidence in Chicago resulted in 5 new hotels opening in
2017 with 8 more slated to open in 2018.
This would not be possible without the outstanding support of the State of Illinois,
the Governor’s Office, and the leadership of the House and Senate and our strong
partnership with the Illinois Office of Tourism.
Here’s to more success in the years to come.INNOVATION
HALL
EXHIBITORS
Many companies have come together to showcase
and demonstrate their latest products and services.
Innovation Hall Tradeshow will take place all
day on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.
2018 INNOVATION HALL TRADESHOW
Travel Channel knows that viewers want more than a
picture postcard. They want the insider perspective that
only our Travel Channel experts can provide. Our on-air
and digital platforms are expanding consumers’ definition
of the travel experience, allowing them to engage and
experience the world in a way that’s both appealing and
attainable.
Great Rivers Country supports tourism efforts by
managing the Illinois Tourist Information Centers,
promoting the Great River Road in Illinois National Scenic
Byway, and through increasing awareness of regional
tourism products.
Illinois Restaurant Association is dedicated to
protecting, educating and improving the Illinois restaurant
industry.
STR provides global data benchmarking, analytics and
marketplace insights.
TimeZoneOne is a global creative communications
agency based in Chicago, Toronto and Christchurch
specializing in marketing destinations, attractions and
adventures.
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2018 INNOVATION HALL TRADESHOW (CONT)
Chicagoland Speedway is a 1.5-mile tri-oval speedway
located in Joliet, Illinois, just southwest of Chicago. In
operation since 2001, the speedway currently hosts an
annual race in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series as well as
a wide array of sports and entertainment programming,
including concerts, music festivals, endurance events,
and corporate outings.
Meredith Travel Marketing is a media and marketing
services company that reaches more than 100 million
women and 85% of U.S. Millennials through a variety of
lifestyle magazine brands.
Nei-Turner Media Group publishes high quality, regional
guides and magazines for tourism organizations and trade
associations.
McD 50 is bringing destinations to life, one authentic
story at a time.
CTM Media Group targets today’s Traveler through
distribution, publishing, and in-market digital.
Concierge Preferred is a Chicago-based publishing
and marketing company that brings together travelers,
the hospitality industry, and concierges in a manner
unmatched by any other company in the industry.
Miles Partnership is proud to have been Brand USA’s
official marketing partner since 2012, working together
to help hundreds of partners strengthen their own global
initiatives.
Connect helps you identify and understand your target
audience, immerse them in your brand story and continue
to engage with them through their travel planning
process.
Madden Media is a leader in print/digital destination
marketing solutions.
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2018 INNOVATION HALL TRADESHOW (CONT)
CrowdRiff is the leading visual marketing platform used
by over 250 DMOs to source, organize, publish, and
optimize UGC and owned visuals.
Expedia Media Solutions helps build innovative media
partnerships for travel advertisers, enabling them to
leverage Expedia’s brands and global sites.
D&B Graphics provides smarter graphic solutions
customized to your printing and mailing needs.
Craig Martin Simon Design develops award-winning,
results-driven graphic design marketing programs for
Illinois tourism.
Illinois Bicentennial is being celebrated all year through
December 3, 2018, honoring all that is great in Illinois: our
history, our people, and our communities.
Booking.com is one of the largest travel e-commerce
companies in the world, with offices in 70 countries
worldwide.
Essentially America is the leading publication aimed at
repeat travelers to the USA from the UK, Germany, Mexico
and China.
Take 5 Media has an array of multi-channel solutions to
assist organizations with email, direct mail, and social
media marketing campaigns.
Adara is the world’s travel data co-op with a simple vision
of growing the travel industry together.
AAA Living’s travelers to Illinois represent 31% of room
nights, and spend a daily average of $267, as opposed to
$213 for non-members.* *D.K. Shifflet
Piranha Promotions offers creative and effective
promotional products that speak to brands and audiences.
Signature Worldwide creates legendary sales and service
experiences through fun and inspiring training that sticks!
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Monday, February. 26
ANIRBAN BASU
Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group
Leader Lab
2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Tuesday, February. 27
DIANA MENDLEY RAUNER
First Lady of Illinois & President of the
Ounce of Prevention Fund
Presenting the New Illinois Executive
Mansion in Springfield
9:00 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.
CARROLL RHEEM
Vice President of Research & Analytics at
Brand USA
Opening Keynote: A Travel Trend Report
With Brand USA
9:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.
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MARLA CICHOWSKI
VP of Media Relations at TimeZoneOne
and Former Senior Producer of Al Jazeera
America News Network
Power to the Pitch
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
KIT BERNARDI
Travel Journalist, Photographer & Marketer
Power to the Pitch
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
JAKE EASTBURN
Executive Producer of KWQC-TV’s
Paula Sands Live (Quad Cities)
Power to the Pitch
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
LISA LUBIN
Travel & Food Writer and Photographer,
Emmy®-Award Winning TV Producer and
Founder of LLmedia
Power to the Pitch
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
DAVE HAMILTON
Senior Vice President of
Signature Worldwide
Secrets to Better Selling
11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
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DEREK E. PRICE
Director, North America, Expedia Media
Solutions
The Motivations and Mindsets of Travelers
11:00 A.M. —12:00 P.M.
JUSTIN BLANDFORD
Superintendent of State Historic
Sites in Springfield
No Money, No Problems
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
JULIE SUR
SVP of Public Relations and Social Media
Strategy at TimeZoneOne
No Money, No Problems
2:45 P.M. — 3:45 P.M.
STEVEN GUERRINI
VP of Sales at CTM Media
No Money, No Problems
2:45 P.M. — 3:45 P.M.
FRED MEYER
McDaniels Marketing
No Money, No Problems
2:45 P.M. — 3:45 P.M.
TIM O’MALLEY
Founder & CEO, Concierge Preferred
No Money, No Problems
2:45 P.M. — 3:45 P.M.
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DR. PETER E. TARLOW
Ph.D, Founder & President of Tourism
& More
Keynote: Crisis Management & Tourism Security
12:15 P.M. – 2:15 P.M.
LISA LUBIN
Travel & Food Writer and Photographer,
Emmy®-Award Winning TV Producer and
Founder of LLmedia
Have Video, Will Travel
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
ED SALVATO
LGBTQ Travel Expert and Author of The
Handbook of LGBT Tourism and Hospitality
The Importance of the Evolving LGBTQ
Travel Segment
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
CHAD HONEYCUTT
Executive Director of North Halsted
Business Alliance
The Importance of the Evolving LGBTQ Travel
Segment
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M
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TRACY BAIM
Publisher & Executive Editor at
Windy City Times
The Importance of the Evolving LGBTQ Travel
Segment
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
VICTOR SALVO
Founder and Executive Director of
The Legacy Project
The Importance of the Evolving LGBTQ Travel
Segment
2:45 P.M. – 3:45 P.M.
CAT JORDAN
Head of Communications, Travelzoo
The Evolution of Digital Storytelling
4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
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