She visualised punk before it had a name and was indie before it was cool. Acclaimed film must pay music licensing to share HER story! Read more
She visualised punk before it had a name and was indie before it was cool. Acclaimed film must pay music licensing to share HER story!
About this project
Why Jini Dellaccio's Story Matters...
Unhampered by restrictive notions of age or gender, and with an artist's eye, she just did it. In the fusion of art, music and photography she is an undiscovered American master.
"JINI DELLACCIO'S photos are the template for cool. Any rock band since Jini's photos were released, has wanted to look exactly like that. Jini set the standard for rock photography and more importantly for being a woman in the world of rock. Any woman who enters into this "boy's club" will be influenced and inspired by her work for years to come."
Bon Von Wheelie, drummer Girl Trouble
WHY I AM HERE: How do you tell a missing from history story (herstory) about a pioneer in rock and roll photography without music and pictures?
Production rocked out here during filming (2011) when we needed to raise additional funds so a selection of photos we wanted to showcase from Jini Dellaccio’s stunning yet widely unknown archive, could be digitally restored for the film. Two years on, Her Aim Is True premiered with sold out screenings and was nominated for the documentary competition at Seattle International Film Festival. The film went on to be a festival favorite, with packed audiences. Our film festival run concluded this March. I am back now to raise final funds for licensing the cool soundtrack we have agreements to use in the film, so Her Aim Is True can be released - and reach audiences everywhere. It sounds like a lot of money, but you already know that small contributions add up fast – and because we got such great support from the music community in the Pacific Northwest USA, where most of Dellaccio's iconic photo shoots took place, this is definitely a bargain-basement cost for the coolest soundtrack and legacy in music and photos ever to reach the big screen!
ROCK ON REVIEWS:
Shan Jabara, Director of Acquistions, Tallgrass Film Festival
SUZANNE HEINTZ, Conceptual Photographer
Jini was 92 when I met her. She recently turned 97 : it is beyond time that her trailblazing work in photography and inspiring journey in life and art, received wider recognition. Your contribution today can help make this happen in her lifetime!
June is the end of the road. Unless we can meet this fundraising goal, the film will never be seen again because the production will be unable to pursue opportunities on our doorstep for distributing the film.
WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES :
98% of this funding goal is to pay music licensing fees due for the film’s original soundtrack featuring many of the musicians Jini Dellaccio photographed. The remainder is for licensing costs of additional archival material in the film including teen dance footage & photos.
Meeting this funding goal means the film can confirm North American & then worldwide release on Video On Demand platforms, plan a DVD release as well as go ahead with a European TV Broadcast offer and partner with arts advocacy programs for community screenings.
- Revenues we generate from VOD etc, will be used to pay deferred bills from post production editing, as well as formatting the film for other release options, and meeting broadcast required Errors & Omissions Insurance.
IT'S MORE THAN THIS: Your contribution is an investment in sharing an inspiring arts legacy : Every dollar counts as a touchstone for mentoring indie spirits everywhere, and "passing on" Jini Dellaccio's approach to creativity.
As such, the production is dedicated to making the film available for arts education use, and partnering particularly with programs that empower youth and adults in their creative pursuits as well as fostering an understanding of the value of photography, music and arts education.
MORE ABOUT THE FILM:
By 1964 Jini Dellaccio had already reinvented herself several times (jazz saxophone player in the 1930s (yes, think "Some Like It Hot" !), then commercial artist turned fashion photographer in the 1950s. But Dellaccio did not stop there. With her never say no mentality, she reinvented herself one more time. She spent her middle-age shooting iconic album covers for the Godfathers of punk in the Pacific Northwest's garage rock scene, rejecting the usual boring band line-up and courageously “doing different” than the usual formula rock photo shoots, establishing herself in the mid 60s as one of the most exciting, innovative composers in the field. She wound up creating portraits of Neil Young and capturing early performances by The Who, Mitch Ryder and the Rolling Stones! Curators and rock photographers in the film agree, she was probably the first woman to shoot live perfomances, and an early pioneer in the emerging genre of rock photography, given her archive featured in the film dates back to 1964 rock shoots. She was doing all this almost a decade before legendary female rock photographer, Annie Leibovitz picked up a camera - but you have never heard of Jini !
How did this elegant, unassuming woman wind up spending her middle age documenting garage rockers? It took a lot of courage for Dellaccio to immerse herself in the indie rock scene exploding in the working class towns around Seattle and Tacoma - how did she do it? Crafted around a series of encounters that explore Dellaccio’s unique relationships with the bands she photographed, I was determined in the film to give Jini a chance to tell her story, her way, as well as share her archive which not only documents an incredible music scene - from her unique perspective, but shows her important influence among the musicians, their music, and what happens when these indie spirits in creativity collide .......
TRUTH: Should such an inspiring story in life and art remain under the radar and untold? I am relying on anyone who loves music and photography and wants to champion films about women who are amazing role models, to step up and make sure this does not happen.
DARE : help me prove that women-made films are not niche and that a woman in her 90s telling her amazing story, can succeed!
PROMISE: This film belongs to you now, so does this Kickstarter campaign - for you to share and support. When you donate $25 or more you will be invited to an exclusive digital premiere of the film before its official release - the best promise of all!
SPECIAL REWARDS!
DIRECTOR Q & A!
What happens if you don't meet the goal in 30 days?
Short answer: Nothing - no screenings, no release...This will be the end of the line for the film. But I know you won't allow this film and Jini's story to fade away!
If you raise more money, where does it go?
Excellent question! What I love about Kickstarter is that we have the potential to do much more to share this film! Additional funds would enable the production to expand the scope for arts screenings, such as make the film available to after-school arts programs, offer free screenings to non-profits and basically "give back" to the music and arts community that has suported us throughout production ....
If I want to help out with the campaign or ask more about how to become a community partner for screenings, how do I get in touch?
Love to talk! Please email me directly via the production email: heraimistrue@karenjwhitehead.com
Join us on Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest, too!
Risks and challenges
Of course, having successfully run a small Kickstarter campaign for this film during production, I am familiar with the responsibilities and potential obstacles that can arise related to delivering rewards including additional financial costs, delays, and liaising with donors as well as other suppliers. The rewards are tailored realistically to my campaign budget and are more about access to the film's unique content and themes, and its mentoring potential for the arts.
Along with finding creative and practical solutions to all the usual filmmaker's dilemmas, I have built a small team of devoted and experienced professionals from several arts, business and media backgrounds, who are my film's "brain trust". These "trustees" are helping oversee this campaign, and guiding me through any challenges that arise. I also have on board staff with previous experience of producing and delivering Kickstarter rewards for another film.
The great news is that the film is finished, all our licensing agreements are in place and audiences want to see the film. But the ultimate challenge of this project, is while having all this remarkable content about Jini Dellaccio's achievements, plus a cool soundtrack, potentially we are not going to be able to share it with supporters anywhere!
But, if nothing else over the last 3 years, I have developed perseverance, determination and endless optimism in order to complete this film. I am relying on these hard won lessons in indie filmmaking to see this campaign rock some Kickstarter passion and support.
Learn about accountability on KickstarterFAQ
Have a question? If the info above doesn't help, you can ask the project creator directly.
Rewards
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Pledge $5 or more
16 backers
ABOUT A SHERO PLEDGE: For the price of a cup of coffee you can help us share this hidden rock photo and art legacy. You will be adding Jini Dellaccio to every girl's circle of (s)heroes. And we will thank you on the film's official Facebook page in a post dedicated to our Shero Pledgers!
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Pledge $10 or more
11 backers
Now your're a SUPER FAN so we will keep you in the loop ahead of public announcements on the film's release & screening events plus send you a personal thank you from the director, and a shout out thank you on the film's official Facebook page & Twitter feed!
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $15 or more
4 backers
Now you're getting 'BEHIND THE LENS'...so a personal thank you from the director plus our cool e-card specially created from one of the film's production stills will be landing in your inbox. Makes a perfect wallpaper for your smart phone or desktop! We will give you 3 designs to choose from too! Retro cool!
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Pledge $20 or more
12 backers
You're a GROUPIE now - can't wait to "meet" Jini? Feast your eyes on this special 10 minute trailer, a complete film based on our footage about Jini Dellaccio's rock n roll artistry. Includes different footage from the finished film!
PLUS you will get an email thank you card from the director made from one of our production stills . Makes a perfect wallpaper for your smart phone or desktop!We will give you 3 designs to choose from too! How cool is that!Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $25 or more
27 backers
SUPER GROUPIE! As a thank you for supporting our mission to share Jini Dellaccio's story with the world we are going to invite you to join the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!
PLUS you will get an email thank you card from the director made from one of our production stills, makes a perfect wallpaper for your smart phone or desktop! Viva retro cool!Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $30 or more
6 backers
RADIOHEADS SPECIAL: You get access to download our 10 minutes of "cool way back when" podcast from the production's archives, featuring legendary rockers Jini photographed including Merrilee Rush, Buck Ormsby of the Wailers and Andy Parypa of The Sonics as well as commentary from legendary DJ Pat O Day & rock photographers Alice Wheeler and Lance Mercer.
Plus we will add your name to the production's rock n roll Kickstarter hall of fame on the film's offical website & don't forget you will be invited to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $35 or more
55 backers Limited (95 left of 150)
COLLECTOR'S ITEM: Limited edition Kickstarter backer DVD, direct from the production before anyone else can purchase one AND it will include 2 bonus scenes, plus the cover artwork will be a collector's item we create from our design kit for the film. (We will not reproduce for the offical DVD when we get there: so get these special editions while they last!)
Plus we will add your name to the production's rock n roll Kickstarter hall of fame on production's official website. And don't forget you will be invited to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery:Only ships to: United States -
Pledge $40 or more
1 backer
"BAND AID" SPECIAL! Digital download of a 10 minute highlights video diary of the superb Seattle benefit concert for the film during production featuring many northwest legends of rock including Merrilee Rush, Little Bill & The Bluenotes, alongside members of The Sonics, The Daily Flash, The Kingsmen & the awesome blues tones of the Mark Whitman band.
Plus your name on the rock n roll kickstarter wall of fame on the film website & invitation to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $40 or more
11 backers Limited (29 left of 40)
PRODUCTION GOODIE BAG!
16X20 Film Poster signed by the director,
Her Aim Is True exclusively designed playing cards featuring our cool film logo and 4 sets of our favorite 12 production stills in the 52 card deck. We are also be sending along an additional 8x10 color still from the film.
Plus your name on the rock n roll kickstarter wall of fame on the film website & invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $50 or more
17 backers
700 PIXEL CLUB : Hoping to send out 700 specially designed 11 x 14 flyer size versions of our cool film poster on photo paper, signed by director plus digital download of our "Jini on Jini " podcast where the master photographer talks more about her life journey in life and art. 700 backers at this level, means the film crosses the finish line here - don't you want to be in this club?
Your name will be on our Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame on the website as well, & you get an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $60 or more
1 backer
ALL ACCESS ONLINE GOODIE BAG
sit back and enjoy a link preview to 2 bonus scenes way before they are part of our official DVD release, plus the World premiere Q & A session at Seattle International Film Festival with the film's editor and director! Plus a very cool behind the scenes video from our shoot days.Your name will be on our Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame on the website & you get an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!
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Pledge $70 or more
1 backer
500 PIXEL CLUB
We would love to reach 500 donors here, so join the club that could take this film over the finish line. As a club member you will receive the exclusively designed Her Aim Is True playing cards & you get a link to the ALL ACCESS ONLINE GOODIE BAG, an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only! AND a personal thank you message on your voicemail from director - British accent included!
Your name will also be added on our Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame on the website, too.Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $75 or more
2 backers
ENTOURAGE collection: The official production e book includes production stills, poster artwork & film design kit notes, & HER AIM IS TRUE "playbook" (aka the film's transcript!) Delivered via a downloadable PDF file, for the dedicated follower! Plus your name on the rock n roll kickstarter hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only
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Pledge $75 or more
0 backers Limited (10 left of 10)
HER STORYLAB: Is there a Shero in your life whose story you want to tell? director Karen Whitehead will do a 20 minute Skype or phone consultation plus 2 email check in follow ups to guide your through your project.
Plus your name on the rock n roll kickstarter hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $97 or more
20 backers All gone!
97 UP! We think 97 dollars for Jini's 97 years is reasonable, and we are throwing in a limited edition coffee table book "Rock & Roll Jini Dellaccio" featuring 30 stunning photographs from Jini's rock period. Plus an 8 x 10 color production still signed by director. Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only
Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $100 or more
13 backers
VIP ACCESS:
ENTOURAGE COLLECTION plus the ONLINE GOODIE BAG : a rock 'n' roll bargin!
& your name on the website Kickstarter backers hall of fame as well as the invitation to the digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
0 backers Limited (3 left of 3)
Ask Me Anything : PHOTOGRAPHY
Your one on one with Allison Shelley, an award winning photojournalist & adjunct at the Corcoran College of Art and Design in Washington DC. Shelley will critique your work & give you a mini master-class. Skype or phone call 20 minutes.
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
Ask Me Anything: ROCKUMENTARY
Your one on with our fab cinematographer John Jeffcoat - also the director/producer of current hit BIG IN JAPAN - loosely based on the true story of a Seattle rock band seeking one last shot at fame in Japan.
15 minute skype or phone call.
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
Ask Me Anything: FILM TITLES DESIGN
Your one on one with the multi award winning design studio team at Belle & Wissell, who gave Her Aim Is True its cool retro look.
15 minute skype or phone call
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
1 backer Limited (1 left of 2)
Ask Me Anything: SOUND DESIGN
The art of sound in film, from a master, your one on one with Kelley Baker aka "The Angry Filmmaker!" He can tell tales from his work on six Gus Van Sant feature films including, MY OWN PRIVATE IDAHO, GOOD WILL HUNTING, and FINDING FORRESTER. You won't be disappointed, and he will be nice!
15 minute skype or phone call
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $125 or more
1 backer Limited (2 left of 3)
Ask Me Anything: ROCK 'N' ROLL STORYVILLE! Your 'one on one' with the director of the multi-award winning, THE WRECKING CREW, Denny Tedesco. He will take you behind the scenes of his cool journey bringing the untold story of rock n roll musician heroes to the big screen.
15 minute skype or phone call. Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $150 or more
5 backers All gone!
FOR YOU, FROM JINI!
Exclusive & fabulous opportunity to own a signed limited edition coffee table book "Rock & Roll Jini Dellaccio" featuring 30 stunning photographs from Jini's rock period. The master photographer herself added her distinctive signature with a silver sharpie just as you see her doing so in the film!
Plus Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyPlus your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame.
Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $150 or more
1 backer
WELCOME TO THE GREEN ROOM! Our ENTOURAGE package joins the ONLINE GOODY BAG plus Tacoma's legendary punk maestros Girl Trouble will sing their version of Strychnine or 'My Home Town' on your voicemail and you get a 10 minute Q & A with the film director too!
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers onlyEstimated delivery: -
Pledge $160 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
WALK THE LINE TO ARKANSAS, with our INDIE FILM FAN VIP ACCESS !
Our friends at Hot Springs Documentary Festival are looking forward to welcoming you to the 2014 festival!
Your special VIP pass will get you everywhere during the October 2014 festival. (Travel & accommodation not included).
Plus your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $170 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
WE'RE IN KANSAS NOW:INDIE FILM FAN VIP ACCESS ...Our friends at Tallgrass (stubbornly independent) Film Festival are looking forward to welcoming you to the 2014 festival with their amazing VIP Tallpass that will get you everywhere during their October 2014 festival. (Travel & accommodation not included). Plus your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $175 or more
0 backers Limited (8 left of 8)
GARAGE ROCKER SURPRISE PACKAGE - catch some cool northwest vibes with us! We've been down in the basement with our production friends at Subpop Records and Light In The Attic Records, putting together some cool tunes for you, stand by for an eclectic mix with the coolest production goodie bag of 2 vintage vinyl recordings, 2 cds, HER AIM IS TRUE exclusive designed PLAYING CARDS, featuring film logo and production stills and access to the GARAGE ROCKER PODCAST featuring our interview with Mark Arm of Mudhoney and Tacoma's punk heroes Girl Trouble.
Plus your name on the rock n roll kickstarter wall of fame on the film website & invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $200 or more
2 backers Limited (4 left of 6)
FILMMAKERS CRAFT WORKSHOP: Your generous support gets you an exclusive conversation with both the director & editor via 20 minute Skype or phone call & an 16 x 20 special edition of our movie poster signed by the director.
Your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $400 or more
0 backers Limited (50 left of 50)
50 "HATS" FOR JINI!
Jini wears a lot of hats, and the abbreviation for the film is well, HAT! This is a special club, for 50 hat or non-hat wearers who want Jini's empowering story to reach many. When you join this club, you will receive the Collectors edition DVD of the film for Kickstarter backers with a cover dedicated to you personally, a beautiful 8 x 10 production still of Jini in action, with camera - and hat! PLUS your private lunch date with director Karen Whitehead in Washington DC at the National Portrait Gallery or Skype/phone Q & A if you can not get to DC! And your name on a special section of the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame dedicated to the members of 50 HATS FOR JINI.
Plus an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only!Estimated delivery:Only ships to: United States -
Pledge $500 or more
6 backers
MUSIC SUPERVISOR!Dedicate a song to someone special: choose from these selections from the film's soundtrack listed below and we will blast your dedication on Facebook & Twitter posts on a day of your choosing, plus send you the official DVD, as soon as released, with a customized cover, inscribed with your dedication, and the words:
" (Song Tiitle)' s inclusion on Her Aim Is True soundtrack made possible by...(Your Name)."
You will also be invited to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.THE SONICS - Louie Louie
THE WAILERS - Louie Louie
THE WAILERS - Out of Our Tree
THE SONICS - Strychnine
THE WAILERS - All My Nights, All My Days
THE SONICS - Psycho
THE WAILERS - Tall Cool One
THE WAILERS - Hang Up
MERRILEE RUSH & THE TURNABOUTS - Its Alright
THE DAILY FLASH - Barbara Flowers
DON & THE GOODTIMES - My Color Song
THE MOONDOGGIES - Just Makes Sense
THE MOONDOGGIES - Fly Mama FlyEstimated delivery:Ships anywhere in the world -
Pledge $1,000 or more
0 backers Limited (3 left of 3)
DINNER & THE MOVIE - EAST!: an evening with the director & a few of your closest friends (limit to 6 guests plus you) around your dinner table plus screening the film! All guests will be hand delivered by the director, our retro cool 16x20 film poster, also signed by the director.
Limited location event in Washington DC, or New York city only.
AND your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $1,000 or more
0 backers Limited (2 left of 2)
DINNER & THE MOVIE - WEST!: an evening with the director & a few of your closest friends (limit to 6 guests plus you) around your dinner table plus screening the film! All guests will be hand delivered by the director, our retro cool 16x20 film poster, also signed by the director.
Limited location event in Denver, CO.
Plus your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $1,500 or more
1 backer Limited (9 left of 10)
STUDIO EXECUTIVE!
Be the official named presenter for up to 3 arts educational focused community screenings in the USA. We will arrange the screenings, (you are welcome to present in person too!) and we provide the film & screening kit for each event. (Limited reward, for within mainland USA only.)
Your name will be listed on the home page of heraimistruemovie.com under our special "Thanks to Our Sponsors" hall of fame, for one year & on all the publicity material produced by the production for these events. "Your Name Here, presents Her Aim Is True".
In addition, we will send you the official DVD of the film, with a special edition cover dedication to you from the director and an invitation to to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $3,000 or more
0 backers Limited (3 left of 3)
PRIVATE FILM FEST! Host your own private screening event for up to 30 guests, and director Karen Whitehead will turn up with the film to do a personal presentation and Q & A after the screening - anywhere within mainland USA! All guests will also receive a SPECIAL EDITION PRODUCTION GOODIE BAG! (That's right, the production will cover the director's travel & accommodation!)
AND your name on the Kickstarter rock n roll hall of fame and an invitation to the exclusive digital streaming premiere of the film for Kickstarter backers only.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $5,000 or more
0 backers Limited (5 left of 5)
MOVIE MOGUL! : Your outstanding contribution to this film's future, definitely earns your own Title Card, on the opening sequence of the film as an Executive Producer plus you will receive an invitation for 2 to dinner with the filmmaker(s) in Washington DC or at a premiere screening event to be determined. (Please note: airfare and hotel not included) but dinner is on us and we have lots to talk about PARTNER!
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Funding period
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