Franklin Templeton has signalled a new period of strong growth and expansion as it unveils five new internal promotions in its Australian business, including a retail distribution lead.
The new appointments recognise the valuable contributions of the team members to the business, according to Felicity Walsh, head of Australia and Zealand at the investment manager.
“These promotions recognise the important and positive contributions of these individuals, while highlighting our continued commitment to providing opportunities for ongoing employee growth and development,” she said.
Louise Thompson has been named head of consultants and retail sales, tasked with leading the distribution team towards developing solutions to meet client needs.
She has been the head of research and consultants at Franklin Templeton for the past four years. Prior to this, she was the head of strategic accounts for over two years.
“As the industry landscape continues to shift, Louise’s experience and strong relationships with the research and consultant businesses in this market position her well to lead our incredibly talented distribution team in identifying solutions aligning to the needs of our clients,” Walsh said.
“Louise joined Franklin Templeton nearly two decades ago as senior manager, distribution, and her career has developed in tandem with the growth of our Australian business. This promotion recognises her incredible leadership skills and is a testament to her years of dedication in building the Australian retail business.”
Thompson said: “I have enjoyed my years at Franklin Templeton in a variety of roles covering both retail and institutional clients and look forward to contributing to its further growth in the Australian market. This organisation has provided me with many challenges and opportunities to further my career,” she stated.
In other appointments, Franklin Templeton announced Jenine Hayman will be promoted to the position of senior director, research and consultants. She has been with the firm for over a decade.
Aimee Corsiglia, who first joined the firm in 2006, has also been promoted from senior marketing and communications manager to marketing director.
Additionally, former Perpetual executive Oliver Britton, who joined Franklin Templeton last year, has been named sales director, while James Cummane has been promoted to the position of business development manager after nearly a year as an associate.
“These promotions will help the business extend our reach to service to our clients via multiple channels in an evolving digital-first environment and strengthen our relationships with consultants as the industry landscape continues to consolidate,” Walsh said.
