Lincoln Financial Group Names Randal j. Freitag Chief Financial Officer

PHILADELPHIA, 16 December 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ –Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC-News) announced today that it has promoted Randal j. Moore to Executive Vice President and Financial adviser, effective 1 January 2011. As CFO, Freitag will replace Alice j. Crawford, who as previously announced now assume the newly created position of Executive Vice President and head of corporate development and investment. Freitag Crawford will serve on the company’s Senior Management Committee and report by Dennis r. Brown, President and CEO of Lincoln Financial.

“We had a thorough internal and external search confirmed that Randy is the best candidate based on deep experience in all aspects of the CFO role, as well as a broad perspective on the dynamic and constantly evolving industry,” said glass. “Randy background to industry and businesses in Phoenix, the strategic ideas, proven business judgment and strong internal and external relations Council will support the long-term success of the business.”

As Chief Financial Officer, Moore will lead economic group of Lincoln, which includes corporate finance, risk management, Treasury, corporate tax, corporate actuarial, audit and investor relations. In addition, he will work closely with senior leaders across the company to develop strategies for Lincoln financial future.

Moore developed the well-connected honed his analytical and technical knowledge by serving on a number of increasingly responsible roles at Lincoln Financial since the company in 1995. He was called Risk manager in 2007 with overall responsibility for the enterprise risk management, capital and liquidity management, equity risk management and Treasury. Before serving as Business Manager, Moore was Senior Vice President of product management & profitability risk for the individual life and annuities businesses. His areas of responsibility include financial management, asset liability and risk management (variable annuity compensation) equity capital. Moore also served in corporate actuarial area where his role included mergers & acquisitions, agency relationships and allocation of funds. Prior to joining Lincoln financial, Moore held various actuarial roles. He earned a B.A degree in mathematics from the University of Minnesota and is a fellow of the society of Actuaries.

About Lincoln Financial Group

Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC-News) and its affiliates. With headquarters in the Philadelphia area, the group financial Lincoln had assets under management of 150 billion dollars by 30 September 2010. Through related companies, provide Lincoln Financial Group: annuities; life, group life and disability insurance? 401 (k) and 403 (b) projects. savings plans; and comprehensive financial planning and advisory services.