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05
Fri
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Introduction to the Last Planner System®
Webinar
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Event - Aligning Your Team to Make Better Decisions with Choosing By Advantages
Northern California Community of Practice
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Target Value Delivery in Action: Hosted in a Virtual Big Room Format
LCI National
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Introduction to the Last Planner System®
Webinar
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Registration for this webinar will close 30 minutes before the webinar starts and you will receive an email with the webinar registration link immediately after registering. If you register the day of, you will receive your confirmation directly before the start of the webinar. <br /> <br /> Please use the registration link email to add this webinar to your calendar. If you are not able to attend the webinar due to time zone or scheduling misunderstandings, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions! <br /> <br /> **This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Virtual Event - Aligning Your Team to Make Better Decisions with Choosing By Advantages
Northern California Community of Practice
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  Moderator:  Jeff Long Jeffery Long has practical business experience in project management, executive coaching, and continuous improvement, having managed numerous projects in the construction, land development, and telecommunications industries and served a varied customer base, including U. S. Department of Energy, Bechtel, Chevron, Shell, AT&T, Genentech, and Roche. Jeff served as the Global Operational Excellence Lead at Roche/Genentech, ensuring capability-building programs met ongoing business needs.  Key among them was implementing CBA as a key approach for making decisions. Speakers:  Paz Arroyo Paz is a Quality Leader at DPR Construction, she supports the implementation of a Culture of Quality across the project lifecycle nationally. She has construction industry experience internationally, with a strong background in lean. She earned her Ph.D....
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Target Value Delivery in Action: Hosted in a Virtual Big Room Format
LCI National
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<br />Sign up a group of 3 or more and each person will receive $333 off their registration. <br />Registration Closes August 18 – Target Value Delivery Workshop Registration for this workshop will close on August 18. Once registered, you’ll receive a series of emails leading up to the event with everything you need to prepare—technical onboarding instructions, what to expect, and more. You’ll receive an invitation to the Microsoft Teams meeting series closer to the event date. Cancellation Policy:  Cancellations made up to 7 days before the event will receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event will receive a 50% refund. No cash refunds will be issued due to technical issues on the...
09
Tue
11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
The Lean Marketplace
LCI National
11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
The Lean Marketplace
LCI National
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  Whether you’re exploring technologies, consulting services, coaching, or professional tools, this event offers a curated platform to discover offerings that drive real results.  Vendors, technology providers, and consultants will showcase solutions which support Lean principles and helps teams reduce waste, improve flow, and deliver more value. Sessions will be held from 11:00 AM- 3:45 PM (Eastern) on August 20, August 27 and from 11:00 AM – 4:45 PM on September 9.  Attendees will automatically be registered to all sessions. If you are disappointed to have missed the sessions held on August 20th or August 27th, we’ve got your back. The sessions were recorded and will be featured on the LCI website. If you are registered, you will receive a...
10
Wed
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Optimizing the Whole through Communication - A HYBRID EVENT
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
VIRTUAL EVENT - From Fear to Flourish: Unleashing High Performing Teams
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Optimizing the Whole through Communication - A HYBRID EVENT
Greater Des Moines Community of Practice
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        Why attend? Discover actionable strategies that teams use daily Learn communication frameworks that eliminate waste and boost efficiency Strategize with other Lean practitioners on communication strategies for meetings, phone calls, emails, and the use of AI.   Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your team performance with proven communication techniques   Additional event information: If parking lot is not open, there is a parking garage across the street. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Hybrid event – a link for joining the meeting virtually will be emailed separately. LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and...
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
VIRTUAL EVENT - From Fear to Flourish: Unleashing High Performing Teams
Northern Ohio Community of Practice
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    Speaker: Sean Graystone, Jacobs,  has over 40 years’ experience in Industrial, Commercial and Residential Construction with special emphasis in Collaborative and Lean Design and Construction, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD/ILPD); Historic Structures, Preservation, Conservation, and Restoration; Challenging Conditions; Special Projects.  He is passionate about building, doing it well, and improving our industry — thus, improving our society by creating safer environments as an inherent part of the A/E/C industry.  LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may...
11
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Scheduling Panel - CPM, Last Planner System®, Takt
Carolinas Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Ohio Valley Community of Practice
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  Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!  Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the topics. Topics are then ordered from highest to lowest votes and examined accordingly. Participants will receive 8 minutes of time to discuss the topic. After 8 minutes there will be a ‘thumbs up/ thumbs down’ to decide whether or not the discussion should continue. Thumbs up equals 4 more minutes on the clock....
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Scheduling Panel - CPM, Last Planner System®, Takt
Carolinas Community of Practice
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      Speakers: Jason Harris, Messer Construction Justin Uyar, Balfour Beatty Mike Diley, Donley’s Randy Shumaker, DPR Construction   Doors open at 3:45 PM. Event will start promptly at 4:00PM. Capacity is limited!  Register today! Thank you to our event host for their generosity!
12
Fri
08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Introduction to Lean Project Delivery
Northern California Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
LCI A3 Thinking: Continuous Improvement in Action
Webinar
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Building Smarter: Hilti’s Lean Journey & Construction Technology
Georgia Community of Practice
08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Introduction to Lean Project Delivery
Northern California Community of Practice
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        Learning Objectives: Understand the breakdowns in current project delivery methods and discover the goals and benefits of implementing Lean. Understand the Foundation of Lean as Six Tenets and identify the Eight Wastes as relevant to design and construction. Recognize that Lean is a shift in thinking and behaviors leading to high-performing teams. Discover key Lean practices and tools that result in increased collaboration and improved project outcomes.   Instructors: Glen Sullivan, McCarthy As a licensed Architect Sully has brought his experience on design of Hospital work to his VDC role. Using his understanding of the design processes to help to bridge between the design team and the construction team. With this knowledge he has enhanced the...
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
LCI A3 Thinking: Continuous Improvement in Action
Webinar
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  Registration for this webinar will close 30 minutes before the webinar starts and you will receive an email with the webinar registration link immediately after registering. If you register the day of, you will receive your confirmation directly before the start of the webinar. Please use the registration link email to add this webinar to your calendar. If you are not able to attend the webinar due to time zone or scheduling misunderstandings, no refunds are given – there are no exceptions! **This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent to all paid registrants**
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Building Smarter: Hilti’s Lean Journey & Construction Technology
Georgia Community of Practice
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 Free parking on-site LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.  
16
Tue
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Building a Healthier Workforce: A Data-Driven Approach to Employee Well-Being
San Diego Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Building the Future: Leveraging AI in Construction
Colorado Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
GEMBA Walk - HCA Healthcare Hendersonville Medical Center Vertical Expansion
Nashville Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Building a Healthier Workforce: A Data-Driven Approach to Employee Well-Being
San Diego Community of Practice
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Speakers: Thais Alves, Professor, San Diego State University Thais Alves, PhD, is currently the AGC – Paul S. Roel Chair in Construction Engineering and Management at San Diego State University. Her work is focused on the use of lean production to improve the performance of delivery systems, and improving Engineering education through the use of serious games and initiatives to broaden access and diversity in Engineering. For over 15 years, she has been teaching, mentoring students, researching and collaborating with construction companies towards the dissemination and implementation of lean. She has been part of San Diego LCI core group since 2010. Jessica Beyer, Project Controls Manager, Sundt Construction A seasoned professional with preconstruction and field experience looking to learn and...
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Building the Future: Leveraging AI in Construction
Colorado Community of Practice
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    Speaker: Jeff Sample, Bluebeam, Inc.  Jeff Sample has devoted the past 25+ years to transforming companies across the built environment. Known throughout the industry as The Ironman of IT for his endurance in both tech and triathlons, Jeff designs strategic solutions that break down information silos and unlock value at every stage of the project lifecycle. A seasoned technologist and Industry Evangelist, Jeff bridges the gap between operations, IT, and the field. He brings deep experience across construction and multiple verticals to help project teams reach their full potential. Whether speaking on stage, moderating panels, or leading workshops, Jeff is a trusted voice helping teams turn complexity into clarity—and push the industry forward through collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement....
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
GEMBA Walk - HCA Healthcare Hendersonville Medical Center Vertical Expansion
Nashville Community of Practice
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  Speaker: Eric Gerber – Brasfield and Gorrie Entrance to parking area is just before Costco on Forest Retreat off of New Shackle. Parking is in the gravel lot. Light refreshments will be provided.    PPE will be provided. Capacity is limited! LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and...
17
Wed
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Congress Preview Event
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Congress Preview Event
Mid-Atlantic Community of Practice
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Capacity is limited! Parking is available on site.
18
Thu
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
A Lean Coffee
Chicago Community of Practice
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  Take part in an open conversation in a safe, small and low-pressure environment about the topics that are relevant to our Lean community. We want to hear about the problems you are solving, the issues you want to solve, and lessons you’ve learned on your Lean Journey. No previous Lean experience is required.  Participants from cross functional roles as designers, constructors, owners, trades partners, and associations propose discussion topics around any subject about which they want to learn – THERE ARE NO IRRELEVANT DISCUSSION TOPICS!  Each proposer takes 15 to 30 seconds to pitch their topic, written on a sticky note, to the group. Once all topics have been pitched, voting begins to establish a priority for discussing the...
19
Fri
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
VIRTUAL EVENT - Book Discussion: 2 Second Lean
Houston Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCI Owners Forum Lean Coffee September 2025
LCI National
08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
VIRTUAL EVENT - Book Discussion: 2 Second Lean
Houston Community of Practice
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  Recommended Reading: 2 Second Lean, 3rd Edition by Paul Akers   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCI Owners Forum Lean Coffee September 2025
LCI National
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  Event Details Date: September 19, 2025 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Eastern You must be an employee on an LCI Owner member company to attend this event.  Agenda Overview Welcome & Introduction – Brief overview of the Lean Coffee format and tools used Discussion of Top Voted Topics – Timeboxed discussions to stay focused Reflection & Key Takeaways – Share insights from the session Closing Remarks & Next Meeting Plus/Delta  To make the session impactful, please submit a topic or question you’d like to discuss when registering. A vote on all submitted topics will be held prior to the meeting to allow for more time to be spent in discussion. We look forward to your participation and insights. To RSVP,email MaryannF@leanconstruction.org by September 17,...
23
Tue
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Intro to Lean: Build Better with Lean
LCI National
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
LCI Congress Warmup Presentations
Arizona Community of Practice
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Intro to Lean: Build Better with Lean
LCI National
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  During this 90-minute virtual session, you will: Delve into the Why of Lean >Projects that apply Lean principles experience stronger outcomes—greater schedule reliability, improved budget performance, and better stakeholder experiences. You’ll see highlights from LCI’s research to show you how Lean delivers real-world results. Explore Lean Basics >Gain insight into what Lean is, and as important what it isn’t. You’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of Lean and see how principles, people and systems work together to create a Lean culture. Discover How LCI Can Help You Build Better >Learn about the free resources LCI offers to help you get started on your Lean journey—and see how membership can take you even further with expanded tools, education, and a...
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
LCI Congress Warmup Presentations
Arizona Community of Practice
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          Presentation 1:  Create Training That Builds Skills and Delivers Value Effective training doesn’t just share information, it builds confidence, capability, and long-term value. In this interactive session, Brian Melcher (Field Verified) and Robert Fernandez (Core Construction) share how they created and continuously improve training for builders, architects, and field leaders. You’ll see examples, experience-proven tools, and walk away ready to build your own purpose-driven training, whether for technical skills, leadership, or anything in between. Attendees will learn how to: •    Design impactful training—even when starting from scratch •    Align training content with measurable performance outcomes •    Use feedback to continuously improve training programs •    Support Lean culture through purpose-led skill development...
24
Wed
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Lead the Lean Movement in Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Happy Hour
Austin Community of Practice
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Lead the Lean Movement in Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth Community of Practice
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      Why Attend? Break Through the Noise Most events rehash the same ideas. This one doesn’t. We’re bringing fresh thinking, real conversations, and tools you can put to work immediately. Co-Create the Future Help shape the 2026 DFW CoP Roadmap. Your insights—your challenges—your wins. This is your chance to lead. Turn Lean Into a System We’re not just talking about Lean philosophy—we’re building the management discipline and operational muscle to embed it in your business. Two Powerful Sessions Innovation Through YOU Kick off the event with an interactive session led by Krane AI, a dynamic system that addresses logistic demands at projects. Create the Lean Roadmap Together Next, Jennifer Lacy and Ben Carter will guide an open, engaging...
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Lean Happy Hour
Austin Community of Practice
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  Garage and street parking available.  Garage parking validation available. Complimentary food & beverage will be provided.   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.
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Thu
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
From Sticky Notes to Smart Tech: The Future of Lean Planning
Webinar
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Gemba in Da Field: Lean in action at Deerfield Assisted Living
Chicago Community of Practice
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
From Sticky Notes to Smart Tech: The Future of Lean Planning
Webinar
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Please use the link you will be provided from GoToWebinar, after you have registered, to add this webinar to your calendar. **This webinar will be recorded and the video will be available on the 2025 LCI Congress website**
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Gemba in Da Field: Lean in action at Deerfield Assisted Living
Chicago Community of Practice
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 Project is an active jobsite.  PPE is required, hard hat, high vis vest and closed toed shoes.   LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you are accepting that you may be included in a picture and/or audiovisual recording that might be used on the LCI website and/or in electronic communications. To learn more about our photograph, recording, and information collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy at https://leanconstruction.org/privacy-policy/.
26
Fri
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Let's talk about Takt-Take your project planning to the next Level
New Orleans Community of Practice
10:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Mental Health First Aid Training
LCI National
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Let's talk about Takt-Take your project planning to the next Level
New Orleans Community of Practice
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  What is Takt Planning: https://youtu.be/py87QpkyhNE?si=fUb3piQ_6ZO1CtKQ Parking lot and street parking available Light refreshments will be provided   If you’re interested in sustaining our local Lean Community of Practice (CoP), become a 2025 Sponsor! Check out our sponsorship flyer! Our NOLA Lean CoP is led by a volunteer Core Group and connected with a broader national network of Lean enthusiasts, coaches, and other LCI Communities of Practice. To learn about volunteering, reach out to Jeremy Atkinson at jatkinson@landisllc.com LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or online (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending an LCI Event, you...
10:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Mental Health First Aid Training
LCI National
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      Enroll in this virtual training to obtain your Adult Mental Health First Aid certification. The class consists of a 6.5-hour on-line course and approximately 90 minutes of pre-work. Each session is limited to 30 participants. Participants must be US residents to be eligible to take this training.  Cost: LCI Members – Free Nonmembers – $170 The certification must be renewed every three years. Participants will learn: Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges How to support a person in a mental health crisis Ways to connect a person with appropriate help and resources Strategies to assist a person thinking about suicide Please note, that registration for each program will close 2 weeks prior...
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Tue
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
GEMBA Tour - New Nissan Stadium
Nashville Community of Practice
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
2025 LCI Congress Preview Event: "Weird New Feeling" - Opening Day Preparedness
New England Community of Practice
03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
GEMBA Tour - New Nissan Stadium
Nashville Community of Practice
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      Speaker: Mike Gallagher, Project Executive for Turner Construction, has worked for Turner Construction for 15 years in multiple locations throughout the country and internationally.  Since relocating to Nashville in 2019, Mike has worked on BroadWest, Healthcare projects at St Thomas Midtown Campus, Peabody Union, and the New Nissan Stadium Project. Visitor parking within Titans Town. Light refreshments will be provided.  Appropriate attire (close toed boots, full length pants, PPE) is required for this event. Capacity is limited! LCI events, including Community of Practice (CoP), whether in person or virtual (“LCI Event”), may be photographed and/or recorded to provide our services to you, improve our programming and training, gather information, or pursue other legitimate interests of LCI. By attending...
05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
2025 LCI Congress Preview Event: "Weird New Feeling" - Opening Day Preparedness
New England Community of Practice
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 Speakers: Grace Lin, P.E., PTOE – Stantec Christopher Cheu – Skanska USA Building Inc. Dawit Birru – Massport Mini Cheeti – Stantec Parking available on site. Light refreshments will be provided.   

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April 30 - May 1, 2025

As a member of the design community, your involvement in the beginning of the project planning process is crucial. From saving the team from delivering projects late to ensuring the greatest value in these projects, your role is vital to your team’s success. Lean in design can help you continue to exceed expectations!

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Palmer House, Chicago
April 30-May 1, 2025

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