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George Mathewson

b. 1940

British businessman

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About George Mathewson

Born 1940. George Mathewson is a British, known for The Royal Bank of Scotland.

Sir George Ross Mathewson, (born 14 May 1940) is a Scottish businessman. He is best known for transforming the Scottish bank The Royal Bank of Scotland from a struggling regional player into a quasi global bank with parallels to Citigroup or HSBC. He was described by the Sunday Herald, as "banking's answer to Bruce Springsteen".

He was the convener of Scotland's Council of Economic Advisers.

Early life and education Mathewson was born in Dunfermline, the son of George Mathewson, an electrical engineer from Perth, and Charlotte Gordon Ross. He was educated at Perth Academy and the University of St Andrews' Queen's College in Dundee, from where he graduated in 1961 with a degree in mathematics and applied physics. He was knighted in the 1999 New Year Honours for services to economic development in Scotland and banking.

Personal life In 1966, Mathewson married Sheila Alexandra Graham Bennett, daughter of Eon Bennett, and has two sons.

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Important facts

Born
14 May 1940, Dunfermline
Birth century
20th century
Nationality
United Kingdom
Known for
The Royal Bank of Scotland
Education
University of St Andrews, Canisius University, Perth Academy
Positions held
Chief executive officer
Awards
Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Knight Bachelor
Also known as
Sir George Ross Mathewson, Sir George Mathewson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is George Mathewson?

British businessman

When was George Mathewson born?

George Mathewson was born on 14 May 1940 in Dunfermline.

What is George Mathewson known for?

George Mathewson is known for The Royal Bank of Scotland.

What nationality is George Mathewson?

George Mathewson is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Mathewson

· Wikidata: Q5542239

· DBpedia: George Mathewson

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