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Hi Jon,

Not a problem! I hope you and your loved ones are safe in the mist of Hurricane Irma, our thoughts and prayers are with our Big Bus Miami family!

In regards to the email, we had some employees who were not added on WB. Kevin was able to assist us, so we should be good to go. If not I will be emailing you with questions.

Kind Regards,
Sandra

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