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Through local alliances with many
governments, educational institutions and international organizations,
Microsoft works around the world to promote social and economic development
and expand access to technology and related skills. Frank Hanna, Jr., Metro Bank's
owner, will remain as an investor of Metro Bank.

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He now will have overall responsibility for Microsoft
operations in Japan, China, the Asia Pacific region, Latin America, public
sector and emerging markets, in addition to France, Germany, the United
Kingdom and EMEA. "The
appointments of Jean-Philippe and Neil to these expanded roles will help
increase our focus on both mature and emerging markets worldwide.

"Our team is excited
about the opportunities to satisfy customers and partners worldwide. He added , "We are excited about the
access to banking services that the bank will be able to provide to
individuals , business owners, and not-for-profit organizations.

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Bush will be spearheading initiatives to better serve retail customers
and business owners in the District of Columbia and to reach a broad customer
base.
"Our plan is to establish a network of branches in urban areas to include
communities that have limited access to banking facilities."

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"Our
presence will guarantee access to capital, the key ingredient to our
communities ' growth," said Dwight Bush.

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United States and/or other countries. Through several product launches and a branch network, the bank expects
to become a major provider of mortgages, student loans, and access to credit
for individuals, businesses and not-for-profit organizations.

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These efforts have long been a focus for Courtois, who has served as
co-chair of the World Economic Forum's Global Digital Divide Initiative Task
Force and is a member of the South African International Advisory Council on
Information Society and Development. Johnson is the controlling shareholder of the RLJ Companies and
founder of Black Entertainment Television., a retirement services company, and Three Keys
Music, a jazz recording company.

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, In a move to drive
growth and strengthen global execution, Microsoft Corp.

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"Our region is broad
and represents a wide range of technology needs."

Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services
and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. The RLJ Companies provides
strategic investment and direction in and for a diverse portfolio of companies
in the financial services, real estate, hospitality/restaurant, professional
sports, film production , gaming and recording industries.

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"We're fortunate to have a leadership team with in-depth business and
international experience that can help drive the next wave of growth for the
company," said Steve Ballmer, chief executive officer of Microsoft.
"We're strengthening our international leadership team to further
accelerate our drive for global growth," Johnson said. Metro Bank's first initiatives will be to change its name to
Urban Trust Bank, re-brand the Orlando branch and open a branch in downtown
Washington, D.

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The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
The federal thrift charter gives the bank the ability to provide financial
products in every state and leverage media and marketing strategies on a
national scale. Johnson who will serve as Chairman of the Board of
Worldwide Financial Investors, Inc. Johnson and his
affiliates to establish a presence in consumer financial services,
particularly in urban areas with a unique customer service focus.

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Enhancing Global Priorities
Microsoft 's focus on strengthening global operations reflects its growing
international presence and its commitment to operate as a local company in
each country where it does business. I will be focusing on
developing innovative and flexible solutions, and delivering the right
technology for the diverse markets in this region., parent of Metro Bank, has chosen Dwight
L. We believe that
this is a market that is underserved and we plan to deliver high quality
products and services to these communities with a commitment to best in class
customer service" stated Bob Johnson.

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Microsoft Appoints Jean-Philippe Courtois President of Microsoft International

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Courtois was formerly chief executive officer of Microsoft Europe, Middle
East and Africa (EMEA).
"My experience at Microsoft has taught me that we succeed when we listen
to our customers, partners and employees," Holloway said.

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"As the CEO of EMEA I have been fortunate to meet and work with many
impressive leaders from around the world, and together we have established a
number of important initiatives that contribute to positive social and
economic change," Courtois said."
Holloway also has been deeply involved in Microsoft 's success across the
EMEA region.
This acquisition will serve as an initial platform for Mr .G.E.

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He took on a regional role in 2000 after holding a number of
strategic posts in Microsoft's United Kingdom subsidiary, including that of
managing director.C. Metro Bank will once again become a minority controlled thrift
institution.

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Courtois will continue reporting to Kevin Johnson , group vice president of
Worldwide Sales, Marketing and Services at Microsoft, who continues to take on
additional cross-company responsibilities, including operations and corporate
IT.

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The RLJ Companies'
core businesses include: RLJ Development, a privately held hotel real estate
investment company and RLJ Urban Lodging Fund, a private equity real estate
fund, which together have over $1 billion in combined assets; RLJ Asset
Management Group, which includes RLJ Select Investments, LLC, a hedge fund of
funds joint venture with Deutsche Bank AG and RLJ Equity Partners, LLC, a
private equity fund formed in partnership with The Carlyle Group; NBA
Charlotte Bobcats, WNBA Charlotte Sting and Charlotte Arena Operations;
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Neil Holloway Assumes Leadership of Microsoft in Europe, the Middle East and
Africa

REDMOND, Wash. (Nasdaq: MSFT) today
promoted Jean-Philippe Courtois to lead its international sales, marketing and
services as president of Microsoft International and senior vice president of
Microsoft Corp.newscom. "I look forward to continuing our existing
partnerships and programs, and building new ones, with governments and
organizations that aspire to make a positive difference in people's lives
through the use of technology.

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Neil Holloway, formerly corporate vice president of sales, marketing and
services for EMEA, has been named president of Microsoft EMEA, with
responsibility for operations at Microsoft EMEA headquarters in Paris,
covering Western, Central and Eastern Europe , and the Middle East and Africa.
He will continue to report to Courtois.

Robert L. Johnson to Acquire Metro Bank

Johnson, controlling
shareholder of privately held RLJ Companies, LLC ("RLJ"), founder of BET and
majority owner of the NBA Charlotte Bobcats, announced today that he has
gained approval from the Office of Thrift Supervision to acquire a controlling
interest in Metro Bank, a savings institution headquartered in Orlando,
Florida. at 1350 Eye Street, N.

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