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LONDON--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--

"I am proud to be part of the executive leadership team at Marsh & McLennan Companies"

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE: MMC), a global professional services firm providing advice and solutions in risk, strategy and human capital, today announced the appointment of J. Michael Bischoff as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Bischoff will report directly to the Companyas President and CEO, Brian Duperreault.

Mr. Bischoff had been serving as interim Chief Financial Officer since March 2012. Prior to that, Mr. Bischoff was responsible for leading and directing the Company's Corporate Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Treasury and Investor Relations functions. Since joining the Company in 1982, Mr. Bischoff has held a number of senior financial management positions.

aWe are pleased to announce that, after a thorough search, we have chosen Mike to serve as the Companyas Chief Financial Officer on a continuing basis,a said Mr. Duperreault. aHis extensive experience and demonstrated ability to create shareholder value are important assets as we drive toward our long-term growth objectives.a

aI am proud to be part of the executive leadership team at Marsh & McLennan Companies,a said Mr. Bischoff. aI am pleased to be working with a group of highly talented and committed colleagues who strive to deliver on the Companyas strategic goals.a

About Marsh & McLennan Companies

MARSH & McLENNAN COMPANIES (NYSE: MMC) is a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. [ Marsh ] is a global leader in insurance broking andrisk management; [ Guy Carpenter ] is a global leader in providing risk and reinsurance intermediary services; [ Mercer ] is a global leader in human resource consulting and related services; and [ Oliver Wyman ] is a global leader in management consulting. Marsh & McLennan Companiesa 53,000 colleagues worldwide provide analysis, advice and transactional capabilities to clients in more than 100 countries. The Company prides itself on being a responsible corporate citizen and making a positive impact in the communities in which it operates. Visit [ www.mmc.com ] for more information.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Marsh & McLennan Companies
Jeremy Lehrman, +1 212-345-9775
[ jeremy.lehrman@mmc.com ]
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INVESTOR CONTACT:
Marsh & McLennan Companies
Scott Douglas, +1 212-345-5488
[ scott.d.douglas@mmc.com ]