George Stephan

Company: Franklin Templeton

Position: COO, Global Wealth Management Alternatives | Board Observer

George Stephan joined Franklin Templeton in 2024 and is the Chief Operating Officer, Global Wealth Management Alternatives. In his role, George oversees product innovation and development and investor services. In addition, George oversees business management and operations.

Prior to joining Franklin Templeton, Mr. Stephan spent five years at Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (“KKR”), as the Head of Strategy and Business Development for the firm’s Global Client Solutions business and before that, as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Investor Relations for KKR’s Global Wealth Solutions business in the Americas. Prior to joining KKR, Mr. Stephan spent nine years at Morgan Stanley as an executive within the firm's wealth management division.