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To find a reliable fractional CRO for your B2B SaaS company at $1-3M ARR that has plateaued after founder-led sales, the best source is your existing network of fellow SaaS founders who have personally scaled past $5M ARR, not job boards or LinkedIn. The ideal candidate is a player-coach who has carried a bag through that specific growth phase, built a sales team from scratch, and can close enterprise deals while hiring and training AEs. You can find them through warm introductions at founder-focused events like SaaStr Annual or MicroConf, or by asking your lead investor for referrals from portfolio companies that successfully scaled from $2M to $5M ARR in the last 18 months.

This comprehensive guide explains exactly where to look, how to vet candidates, what to expect in the first 90 days, and how to structure the engagement to maximize your chances of breaking through the plateau. Whether you are considering a fractional CRO for the first time or have had a bad experience before, this resource will help you make the right hire and avoid common pitfalls.

What Specific Signals Indicate a Company Needs a Fractional CRO Instead of a Full-Time Hire?

The decision between fractional and full-time CRO comes down to three specific signals at $1-3M ARR. First, the founder is spending more than 50% of their time on sales but revenue has not grown for two consecutive quarters, indicating the founder is the bottleneck but the company cannot afford a $200k+ base salary plus equity. Second, the company has less than 12 months of runway, meaning a full-time executive hire would consume too much cash before generating returns. Third, the sales process is non-existent or broken, requiring someone to build from scratch rather than optimize an existing machine. A fractional CRO is the right choice when you need a builder who can close deals while building the team, not a coach who has never carried a bag at this stage. If you have clear product-market fit, a repeatable sales process that works without the founder, and at least 18 months of runway, a full-time CRO makes sense. Otherwise, fractional is the safer bet.

How Do You Vet a Fractional CRO Candidate for $1-3M ARR?

Vetting a fractional CRO requires asking specific questions that reveal whether the candidate has actually built a sales machine from scratch at the $1-3M ARR stage, not just managed teams at larger companies. Ask for three specific references from companies at $1-3M ARR where the CRO was fractional, not full-time. Ask the references: "What was the founder's biggest blind spot that the CRO had to work around?" and "How did the CRO handle the first time a major deal was lost because of the new process they implemented?" The biggest red flag is a candidate who cannot articulate the specific sales process they will implement in the first 30 days without being prompted. A good fractional CRO will say: "I will implement a two-stage qualification process using BANT adapted to your ACV, a mandatory discovery call with a 5-question framework that every rep must use, and a weekly forecast that uses weighted pipeline based on stage progression, not founder optimism." A bad one will say: "I will assess the situation and figure it out based on what I find." Another red flag is a candidate who has only worked at companies above $10M ARR and cannot describe what it feels like to cold call 50 prospects a week or build a sales process from zero. For more on building repeatable sales processes, see PULSE RevOps' guide to sales process design.

What Does the First 90 Days of a Fractional CRO Engagement Look Like?

The first 90 days follow a rigid, non-negotiable pattern that separates builders from coaches. Days 1-30: the fractional CRO does not sell. They shadow the founder on every single sales call, audit the CRM (which is almost always a mess of manual entries, no CRM at all, or a half-implemented HubSpot with 200 orphan contacts), interview every sales rep and customer-facing employee, and map the current pipeline with real dates, probabilities, and next steps. They produce a "state of sales" document that names the specific leaks with deal names and dollar amounts: "Deal ABC has been in 'negotiation' for 8 months with no POC completed," or "Your top rep is over-quoting by 30% to compensate for weak discovery, which is why their close rate is 15% instead of 30%." Days 31-60: the fractional CRO implements a qualification framework like MEDDIC or BANT adapted to the company's ACV of $20k-$100k, a mandatory discovery call structure with a 5-question framework that every rep must use, and a weekly forecast meeting that replaces the founder's gut feel with weighted pipeline data. They also hire or fire the first AE or SDR, taking that burden off the founder who has been avoiding the performance conversation for months. Days 61-90: the fractional CRO runs the first full sales cycle with the new process, closes at least one deal themselves to prove the model works, and builds a hiring plan for the next 6 months that includes role descriptions, comp plans, and ramp timelines. The operating cadence is weekly 1:1 with the founder (45 minutes, no exceptions), a weekly all-hands forecast review (60 minutes, every Monday at 9am), and bi-weekly board updates that the fractional CRO writes and presents themselves.

How Should You Structure the Financial and Legal Terms of a Fractional CRO Engagement?

At $1-3M ARR, the fractional CRO engagement is a services agreement, not an employment contract, and the structure is specific to this stage. The typical structure is a monthly retainer of $15,000-$25,000 for 3-5 days per week, with a 30-day termination clause on either side, paid net-15 not net-30 to keep the CRO incentivized to show results quickly. There is no equity unless the role converts to full-time, and even then, equity is typically 1-2% with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff, which is lower than a full-time CRO hire because the fractional CRO is taking less risk and has less commitment. The budget comes from the sales and marketing line item, which is usually 30-40% of revenue at this stage, so the fractional CRO fee should be covered by the incremental revenue they generate within the first 3-4 months. The legal agreement should specify exact deliverables: a sales process document (not a theory, but a playbook with scripts, objection handling, and qualification criteria), a hiring plan with role descriptions and ramp timelines, a compensation model for the sales team, and a pipeline forecast methodology that the company can use after the CRO leaves. It should also include a non-solicit clause for the company's employees and customers, but not a non-compete, because fractional CROs work with multiple companies and a non-compete would be unenforceable and unreasonable. The biggest legal risk is scope creep: the founder will ask the fractional CRO to also do marketing campaigns, customer success processes, or product strategy work because the company is lean and needs help everywhere. The agreement must explicitly state what is in scope (sales process design, pipeline management, deal execution, hiring and firing AEs, forecast management) and what is out of scope (marketing campaigns, product strategy, customer onboarding, content creation). If the company needs a full marketing function, they should hire a fractional CMO separately, not pile that work onto the fractional CRO.

What Are the Signals to Convert a Fractional CRO to Full-Time or Cut Bait?

The decision to convert a fractional CRO to full-time or let them go at $1-3M ARR comes down to three specific, measurable signals, not gut feel. First, pipeline quality: if after 90 days, the pipeline has moved from 70% founder relationships to 50% founder relationships and 50% sourced by the sales team through outbound or inbound that the CRO built, that is a positive signal that the machine is being built. If it is still 70% founder relationships, the fractional CRO is not building a repeatable engine. Second, deal velocity: if the average deal cycle has dropped from 180 days to 90 days by month 4, the qualification and discovery process is working. If it has not changed, the CRO is either implementing the wrong process or the founder is still the bottleneck on every call. Third, the founder's own behavior: if the founder is spending less than 20% of their time on sales by month 4, the fractional CRO is succeeding in taking over the function. If the founder is still on 80% of sales calls, the fractional CRO is just an expensive coach, not a driver. The signal to convert to full-time is when the company has 3-5 AEs who can close deals independently without the founder's involvement, a repeatable lead generation channel that produces at least 20 qualified opportunities per month, and a forecast that is accurate within 20% for two consecutive quarters. At that point, the fractional CRO should be offered a full-time role with a base salary of $180,000-$220,000, a commission plan of 0.5-1% of total revenue, and 2-3% equity with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff. The signal to cut bait is if the fractional CRO cannot produce a single closed-won deal that they sourced and managed themselves by month 4. If they are just advising and not doing, they are not the right person for $1-3M ARR. For more on forecasting accuracy, see PULSE RevOps' guide to sales forecasting.

FAQ

How do I know if I need a fractional CRO versus a full-time CRO at $1-3M ARR? You need a fractional CRO if your founder-led sales have plateaued for 2-3 quarters but you cannot afford a $200k+ base salary plus equity, or if you are not sure you need a permanent revenue leader. The specific signal is when the founder is spending more than 50% of their time on sales but revenue has not grown for two consecutive quarters, and the company has less than 12 months of runway.

What is the typical cost of a fractional CRO at this stage, and how do I budget for it? $15,000-$25,000 per month for 3-5 days per week, with a 3-6 month minimum engagement. The budget should come from the sales and marketing line item, which is typically 30-40% of revenue at $1-3M ARR. If your monthly revenue is $150k, spending $20k on a fractional CRO means you are allocating 13% of revenue to sales leadership, which is reasonable if the CRO can generate at least $60k in incremental monthly revenue within 90 days.

How do I avoid hiring a retired enterprise VP who cannot build a sales machine from scratch? Ask specific questions about their experience at companies under $5M ARR. A retired enterprise VP will talk about "process optimization," "team scaling," and "strategic planning." A builder will talk about "cold calling 50 prospects a week," "hiring the first AE from a competitor," and "building a sales playbook from zero." Ask them to walk through the exact sales process they implemented at their last $1-3M ARR company.

What happens if the fractional CRO does not work out, and how do I minimize the risk? You have a 30-day termination clause for exactly this reason, so the maximum financial loss is 1-2 months of retainer plus the time invested in onboarding. To minimize risk, do a 30-day trial at half the retainer before committing to a 6-month engagement, and require the fractional CRO to document everything they build so you can hand it to the next person if needed.

Can a fractional CRO work with multiple companies at the same time? Yes, fractional CROs typically work with 2-3 companies simultaneously, which is why the engagement is 3-5 days per week rather than full-time. The key is that the CRO must be available during your company's critical sales hours and must not work with direct competitors.

Should the fractional CRO have equity in the company? No, not unless the role converts to full-time. Fractional CROs take less risk and have less commitment, so they should not receive equity. If you convert to full-time, typical equity is 1-2% with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff, which is lower than a full-time CRO hire because the fractional CRO is already proven.

How do I set expectations with my investor about a fractional CRO hire? Present a clear business case showing that the fractional CRO will cost $15k-$25k per month but should generate $60k+ in incremental monthly revenue within 90 days, and that the 30-day termination clause limits downside risk. Investors prefer fractional hires because they are lower risk and faster to implement than full-time executive searches.

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graph TD A[Start Vetting Process] --> B{Can they articulate a specific 30-day plan?} B -->|Yes| C[Ask for three $1-3M ARR references] B -->|No| D[Red flag - reject candidate] C --> E{References confirm builder mindset?} E -->|Yes| F[Proceed to trial engagement] E -->|No| D D --> G[Move to next candidate] F --> H{30-day trial successful?} H -->|Yes| I[Commit to 6-month engagement] H -->|No| G

graph LR A[Monthly Retainer $15k-$25k] --> B[3-5 days per week] B --> C[30-day termination clause] C --> D[Paid net-15] D --> E[Deliverables: sales playbook, hiring plan, comp model, forecast methodology] E --> F[No non-compete clause] F --> G[Scope defined: sales only, no marketing or CS]

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## Direct Answer

To find a reliable fractional CRO for your B2B SaaS company at $1-3M ARR that has plateaued after founder-led sales, the best source is your existing network of fellow SaaS founders who have personally scaled past $5M ARR, not job boards or LinkedIn. The ideal candidate is a player-coach who has carried a bag through that specific growth phase, built a sales team from scratch, and can close enterprise deals while hiring and training AEs. You can find them through warm introductions at founder-focused events like SaaStr Annual or MicroConf, or by asking your lead investor for referrals from portfolio companies that successfully scaled from $2M to $5M ARR in the last 18 months.

This comprehensive guide explains exactly where to look, how to vet candidates, what to expect in the first 90 days, and how to structure the engagement to maximize your chances of breaking through the plateau. Whether you are considering a fractional CRO for the first time or have had a bad experience before, this resource will help you make the right hire and avoid common pitfalls.

## What Specific Signals Indicate a Company Needs a Fractional CRO Instead of a Full-Time Hire?

The decision between fractional and full-time CRO comes down to three specific signals at $1-3M ARR. First, the founder is spending more than 50% of their time on sales but revenue has not grown for two consecutive quarters, indicating the founder is the bottleneck but the company cannot afford a $200k+ base salary plus equity. Second, the company has less than 12 months of runway, meaning a full-time executive hire would consume too much cash before generating returns. Third, the sales process is non-existent or broken, requiring someone to build from scratch rather than optimize an existing machine. A fractional CRO is the right choice when you need a builder who can close deals while building the team, not a coach who has never carried a bag at this stage. If you have clear product-market fit, a repeatable sales process that works without the founder, and at least 18 months of runway, a full-time CRO makes sense. Otherwise, fractional is the safer bet.

## How Do You Vet a Fractional CRO Candidate for $1-3M ARR?

Vetting a fractional CRO requires asking specific questions that reveal whether the candidate has actually built a sales machine from scratch at the $1-3M ARR stage, not just managed teams at larger companies. Ask for three specific references from companies at $1-3M ARR where the CRO was fractional, not full-time. Ask the references: "What was the founder's biggest blind spot that the CRO had to work around?" and "How did the CRO handle the first time a major deal was lost because of the new process they implemented?" The biggest red flag is a candidate who cannot articulate the specific sales process they will implement in the first 30 days without being prompted. A good fractional CRO will say: "I will implement a two-stage qualification process using BANT adapted to your ACV, a mandatory discovery call with a 5-question framework that every rep must use, and a weekly forecast that uses weighted pipeline based on stage progression, not founder optimism." A bad one will say: "I will assess the situation and figure it out based on what I find." Another red flag is a candidate who has only worked at companies above $10M ARR and cannot describe what it feels like to cold call 50 prospects a week or build a sales process from zero. For more on building repeatable sales processes, see [PULSE RevOps' guide to sales process design](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/sales-process-design).

```mermaid
graph TD
    A[Start Vetting Process] --> B{Can they articulate a specific 30-day plan?}
    B -->|Yes| C[Ask for three $1-3M ARR references]
    B -->|No| D[Red flag - reject candidate]
    C --> E{References confirm builder mindset?}
    E -->|Yes| F[Proceed to trial engagement]
    E -->|No| D
    D --> G[Move to next candidate]
    F --> H{30-day trial successful?}
    H -->|Yes| I[Commit to 6-month engagement]
    H -->|No| G
```

## What Does the First 90 Days of a Fractional CRO Engagement Look Like?

The first 90 days follow a rigid, non-negotiable pattern that separates builders from coaches. Days 1-30: the fractional CRO does not sell. They shadow the founder on every single sales call, audit the CRM (which is almost always a mess of manual entries, no CRM at all, or a half-implemented HubSpot with 200 orphan contacts), interview every sales rep and customer-facing employee, and map the current pipeline with real dates, probabilities, and next steps. They produce a "state of sales" document that names the specific leaks with deal names and dollar amounts: "Deal ABC has been in 'negotiation' for 8 months with no POC completed," or "Your top rep is over-quoting by 30% to compensate for weak discovery, which is why their close rate is 15% instead of 30%." Days 31-60: the fractional CRO implements a qualification framework like MEDDIC or BANT adapted to the company's ACV of $20k-$100k, a mandatory discovery call structure with a 5-question framework that every rep must use, and a weekly forecast meeting that replaces the founder's gut feel with weighted pipeline data. They also hire or fire the first AE or SDR, taking that burden off the founder who has been avoiding the performance conversation for months. Days 61-90: the fractional CRO runs the first full sales cycle with the new process, closes at least one deal themselves to prove the model works, and builds a hiring plan for the next 6 months that includes role descriptions, comp plans, and ramp timelines. The operating cadence is weekly 1:1 with the founder (45 minutes, no exceptions), a weekly all-hands forecast review (60 minutes, every Monday at 9am), and bi-weekly board updates that the fractional CRO writes and presents themselves.

## How Should You Structure the Financial and Legal Terms of a Fractional CRO Engagement?

At $1-3M ARR, the fractional CRO engagement is a services agreement, not an employment contract, and the structure is specific to this stage. The typical structure is a monthly retainer of $15,000-$25,000 for 3-5 days per week, with a 30-day termination clause on either side, paid net-15 not net-30 to keep the CRO incentivized to show results quickly. There is no equity unless the role converts to full-time, and even then, equity is typically 1-2% with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff, which is lower than a full-time CRO hire because the fractional CRO is taking less risk and has less commitment. The budget comes from the sales and marketing line item, which is usually 30-40% of revenue at this stage, so the fractional CRO fee should be covered by the incremental revenue they generate within the first 3-4 months. The legal agreement should specify exact deliverables: a sales process document (not a theory, but a playbook with scripts, objection handling, and qualification criteria), a hiring plan with role descriptions and ramp timelines, a compensation model for the sales team, and a pipeline forecast methodology that the company can use after the CRO leaves. It should also include a non-solicit clause for the company's employees and customers, but not a non-compete, because fractional CROs work with multiple companies and a non-compete would be unenforceable and unreasonable. The biggest legal risk is scope creep: the founder will ask the fractional CRO to also do marketing campaigns, customer success processes, or product strategy work because the company is lean and needs help everywhere. The agreement must explicitly state what is in scope (sales process design, pipeline management, deal execution, hiring and firing AEs, forecast management) and what is out of scope (marketing campaigns, product strategy, customer onboarding, content creation). If the company needs a full marketing function, they should hire a fractional CMO separately, not pile that work onto the fractional CRO.

```mermaid
graph LR
    A[Monthly Retainer $15k-$25k] --> B[3-5 days per week]
    B --> C[30-day termination clause]
    C --> D[Paid net-15]
    D --> E[Deliverables: sales playbook, hiring plan, comp model, forecast methodology]
    E --> F[No non-compete clause]
    F --> G[Scope defined: sales only, no marketing or CS]
```

## What Are the Signals to Convert a Fractional CRO to Full-Time or Cut Bait?

The decision to convert a fractional CRO to full-time or let them go at $1-3M ARR comes down to three specific, measurable signals, not gut feel. First, pipeline quality: if after 90 days, the pipeline has moved from 70% founder relationships to 50% founder relationships and 50% sourced by the sales team through outbound or inbound that the CRO built, that is a positive signal that the machine is being built. If it is still 70% founder relationships, the fractional CRO is not building a repeatable engine. Second, deal velocity: if the average deal cycle has dropped from 180 days to 90 days by month 4, the qualification and discovery process is working. If it has not changed, the CRO is either implementing the wrong process or the founder is still the bottleneck on every call. Third, the founder's own behavior: if the founder is spending less than 20% of their time on sales by month 4, the fractional CRO is succeeding in taking over the function. If the founder is still on 80% of sales calls, the fractional CRO is just an expensive coach, not a driver. The signal to convert to full-time is when the company has 3-5 AEs who can close deals independently without the founder's involvement, a repeatable lead generation channel that produces at least 20 qualified opportunities per month, and a forecast that is accurate within 20% for two consecutive quarters. At that point, the fractional CRO should be offered a full-time role with a base salary of $180,000-$220,000, a commission plan of 0.5-1% of total revenue, and 2-3% equity with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff. The signal to cut bait is if the fractional CRO cannot produce a single closed-won deal that they sourced and managed themselves by month 4. If they are just advising and not doing, they are not the right person for $1-3M ARR. For more on forecasting accuracy, see [PULSE RevOps' guide to sales forecasting](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/sales-forecasting).

## Related questions

### How do I find a fractional CRO through my investor network?
Ask your lead investor for introductions to portfolio companies that crossed $5M ARR in the last 18 months, and specifically ask for the revenue leader during that transition. Investors have a vested interest in your success and will provide warm introductions to proven operators they have backed before.

### What is the difference between a fractional CRO and a sales consultant?
A fractional CRO owns the revenue function and is accountable for results, while a sales consultant advises on strategy without execution responsibility. At $1-3M ARR, you need a fractional CRO who will close deals and build the team, not a consultant who delivers a report.

### Can a fractional CRO work effectively if the founder is still the top closer?
No, because the founder being the top closer means the company is not ready for a fractional CRO. The fractional CRO needs to take over deal execution to build a repeatable process, but if the founder insists on closing every enterprise deal, the CRO cannot build the machine.

### How long should a fractional CRO engagement last at $1-3M ARR?
The typical engagement is 3-6 months, with a 30-day out clause on either side. Most companies that succeed convert to full-time around month 6-9, while those that fail realize by month 4 that the fit is wrong and terminate.

### What happens to the sales team when a fractional CRO leaves?
If the fractional CRO has done their job, they leave behind a documented sales process, a trained team of AEs who can close independently, and a repeatable pipeline generation engine. The company should be able to operate without them for 2-3 months while hiring a full-time replacement.

## FAQ

**How do I know if I need a fractional CRO versus a full-time CRO at $1-3M ARR?**
You need a fractional CRO if your founder-led sales have plateaued for 2-3 quarters but you cannot afford a $200k+ base salary plus equity, or if you are not sure you need a permanent revenue leader. The specific signal is when the founder is spending more than 50% of their time on sales but revenue has not grown for two consecutive quarters, and the company has less than 12 months of runway.

**What is the typical cost of a fractional CRO at this stage, and how do I budget for it?**
$15,000-$25,000 per month for 3-5 days per week, with a 3-6 month minimum engagement. The budget should come from the sales and marketing line item, which is typically 30-40% of revenue at $1-3M ARR. If your monthly revenue is $150k, spending $20k on a fractional CRO means you are allocating 13% of revenue to sales leadership, which is reasonable if the CRO can generate at least $60k in incremental monthly revenue within 90 days.

**How do I avoid hiring a retired enterprise VP who cannot build a sales machine from scratch?**
Ask specific questions about their experience at companies under $5M ARR. A retired enterprise VP will talk about "process optimization," "team scaling," and "strategic planning." A builder will talk about "cold calling 50 prospects a week," "hiring the first AE from a competitor," and "building a sales playbook from zero." Ask them to walk through the exact sales process they implemented at their last $1-3M ARR company.

**What happens if the fractional CRO does not work out, and how do I minimize the risk?**
You have a 30-day termination clause for exactly this reason, so the maximum financial loss is 1-2 months of retainer plus the time invested in onboarding. To minimize risk, do a 30-day trial at half the retainer before committing to a 6-month engagement, and require the fractional CRO to document everything they build so you can hand it to the next person if needed.

**Can a fractional CRO work with multiple companies at the same time?**
Yes, fractional CROs typically work with 2-3 companies simultaneously, which is why the engagement is 3-5 days per week rather than full-time. The key is that the CRO must be available during your company's critical sales hours and must not work with direct competitors.

**Should the fractional CRO have equity in the company?**
No, not unless the role converts to full-time. Fractional CROs take less risk and have less commitment, so they should not receive equity. If you convert to full-time, typical equity is 1-2% with a 4-year vest and 1-year cliff, which is lower than a full-time CRO hire because the fractional CRO is already proven.

**How do I set expectations with my investor about a fractional CRO hire?**
Present a clear business case showing that the fractional CRO will cost $15k-$25k per month but should generate $60k+ in incremental monthly revenue within 90 days, and that the 30-day termination clause limits downside risk. Investors prefer fractional hires because they are lower risk and faster to implement than full-time executive searches.

## Sources

- [SaaStr - How to Hire Your First VP of Sales](https://www.saastr.com/how-to-hire-your-first-vp-of-sales/)
- [MicroConf - Founder-Led Sales to Sales Team Transition](https://microconf.com/blog/founder-led-sales-to-sales-team-transition)
- [Revenue Collective - Fractional Executive Best Practices](https://revenuecollective.com/fractional-executive-best-practices)
- [Operators Guild - Building Sales Teams from Scratch](https://operatorsguild.com/building-sales-teams-from-scratch)
- [HubSpot - Sales Process Design for SaaS](https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/sales-process-design-saas)
- [MEDDIC - Qualification Framework for Enterprise Sales](https://meddic.com/qualification-framework-enterprise-sales)
- [BANT - Lead Qualification Methodology](https://bant.com/lead-qualification-methodology)
- [CRO Syndicate - Fractional Revenue Leadership Network](https://crosyndicate.com/contact-us/)
- [LinkedIn - Kory White Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/korywhite)

## Related on PULSE

- [How to Build a Sales Process from Scratch](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/sales-process-design)
- [Sales Forecasting for B2B SaaS Companies](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/sales-forecasting)
- [Hiring Your First Sales Team at $1-3M ARR](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/hiring-first-sales-team)
- [Revenue Operations for Early Stage SaaS](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/revenue-operations-early-stage)
- [Founder-Led Sales Transition Guide](https://pulserevops.com/knowledge/founder-led-sales-transition)

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