PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lincoln Financial Network, the retail sales and financial planning division of Lincoln Financial Group, announced today that Michael Murdock has joined the organization as Regional Managing Director, Advisor Recruitment for the East-Central territory.

Murdock, who is based in Grand Rapids, Mich., comes to the organization from LPL Financial where he was a regional director for branch development.

"The addition of Michael to Lincoln Financial fortifies what is arguably one of the most experienced planner recruitment teams in the industry," said Robert W. Dineen, president of Lincoln Financial Network. "We remain committed to growing our network of high potential financial professionals in the areas of wealth creation, protection and enjoyment who are dedicated to providing their clients with the best service possible."

Murdock will oversee recruiting in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana.

"Michael will play a key role in our ongoing growth initiative. His experience and drive will enable us bolster the size and quality of our planner force," said Chris Flint, head of Advisor Recruiting for Lincoln Financial Network.

About Lincoln Financial Network

Lincoln Financial Network is the marketing name for the retail sales and financial planning division of Lincoln Financial Group and includes Jefferson Pilot Securities Corp. and Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., both members of FINRA and SIPC and affiliates of Lincoln Financial Group. Consisting of more than 6,900 independent representatives, career agents, and full-service financial planners throughout the United States, Lincoln Financial Network professionals offer planning and advisory services, retirement services, life products, annuities, investments, and trust services to affluent individuals, business owners, and families.

About Lincoln Financial Group

Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC - News) and its affiliates. With headquarters in Philadelphia, the companies of Lincoln Financial Group had assets under management of $251 billion as of September 30, 2007. Through its affiliated companies, Lincoln Financial Group offers: annuities; life, group life and disability insurance; 401(k) and 403(b) plans; savings plans; mutual funds; managed accounts; institutional investments; and comprehensive financial planning and advisory services. Affiliates also include: Delaware Investments, the marketing name for Delaware Management Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries; Lincoln Financial Media, which owns and operates three television stations, 18 radio stations, and the Lincoln Financial Sports production and syndication business; and Lincoln UK. For more information, including a copy of our most recent SEC reports containing our balance sheets, please visit www.LincolnFinancial.com.

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Source: Lincoln Financial Network

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