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James R. Forrest
Managing Partner, North Carolina
National Industry Group Leader, Faith Based Practice; Management Committee Member
jrforrest@michaelbest.com
T 919.267.1646
Andrew R. Jones
National Strategic Growth Partner
Managing Partner, North Carolina
arjones@michaelbest.com
T 910.442.8740
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