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 -----Original Message-----
From: 	Melodick, Kim  
Sent:	Thursday, March 22, 2001 10:12 AM
To:	Lavorato, John
Subject:	Rick Whittaker

I have received a note from Ben Jacoby indicating that you have approved a commerical hire for his group named Rick Whittaker. He is at the Commercial Director level and my understanding is that his transfer will be lateral.  Please send me a note indicating that you have approved this hire.