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 Company's President and CEO, Brian Duperreault.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />"We are pleased to announce that, after a thorough search, we have chosen Mike to serve as the Company's Chief Financial Officer on a continuing basis," said Mr. Duperreault. "His extensive experience and demonstrated ability to create shareholder value are important assets as we drive toward our long-term growth objectives."<br /><br />"I am proud to be part of the executive leadership team at Marsh & McLennan Companies," said Mr. Bischoff. "I am pleased to be working with a group of highly talented and committed colleagues who strive to deliver on the Company's strategic goals."