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    Diana Nelson, B.S. Education, M.S. Aeronautics, Master Teacher K-12

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    Julie Brown, National Geographic Society
    Elaine Larson, National Geographic Society

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    Lockheed Martin

    Factchecker

    Cathlyn Matracia

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    Cynthia Olson, Graphic Design and Creative Services

    Associate Producer

    Guerrilla Cartography

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