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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 03, 2002 Citigroup Vice Chairman Deryck Maughan to be Knighted in Recognition Of His Contribution to British and American Business New York - Recognized for his contribution to British business and commercial interests in America, Deryck Maughan was awarded the honor of knighthood by Her Majesty the Queen in the annual New Year's Honours List. Mr. Maughan currently serves as Vice Chairman at Citigroup, where his responsibilities include overseeing mergers and acquisitions and the firm's cross-marketing activities. He is also the Chairman of the Internet Operating Group and Citigroup Japan. He was formerly the Chairman of Salomon Brothers from 1992 to 1997, when the business was acquired by Citigroup. Sandy Weill, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Citigroup, said, "We are thrilled to hear the news of Deryck's knighthood. Deryck is a dear friend and a highly valued colleague whose leadership over the last few years has helped build this company. His efforts have benefited not just this business, but the larger community as well. All of us at Citigroup are delighted that he has been awarded this honor." In addition, David Challen, Vice Chairman of Schroder Salomon Smith Barney, Citigroup Corporate & Investment Bank in Europe, was made C.B.E. (Commander of the British Empire) for services to the financial sector. # # #
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