URALSIB Capital announces the appointment of Vladimir Sotskov as Managing Director of Equity Derivatives Department- a newly created business subdivision within Equities Department.

Vladimir Sotskov has extensive experience in trading and structuring of equity-linked investment products both on Russian and international markets. Prior to joining URALSIB Sotskov held the position of Senior Trader in Rabobank International, London (2004-2008) and worked as Structurer in Global Equity Derivatives, Deutsche Bank AG (2001-2004). From 1995 to 1999 Vladimir worked as Trader in Moscow-based offices of Regent European Securities, Credit Suisse and Toribank. Vladimir Sotskov graduated from the State Academy of Management, Moscow and holds MBA degree of London Business School, UK.

Vladimir Sotskov officially joins URALSIB Capital on July 1, 2008.