Franklin Templeton Appoints Rene Buehlmann as New Head of Asia-Pacific

Brings Experience from Aberdeen Investments and UBS
Securing Growth Drivers for Regional Business Expansion

Global asset management firm Franklin Templeton announced on August 18 that it has appointed Rene Buehlmann as the new Head of Asia-Pacific, effective September 21.

Buehlmann is an expert with experience in Switzerland, the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, and other regions. He has demonstrated leadership for over 35 years in wealth management, asset management, and banking. Franklin Templeton employs over 2,600 people across the Asia-Pacific region and has established a strong presence in key markets such as Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, Japan, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Australia.

Rene Buehlmann, Head of Asia-Pacific at Franklin Templeton. Franklin Templeton

Most recently, Buehlmann provided advisory services at KKR, evaluating strategic acquisition opportunities in the wealth management and asset management industry. Previously, he was the Global CEO of Aberdeen Investments, where he led the global investment business and managed the Asia-Pacific operations. Before joining Aberdeen Investments, he spent nearly 30 years at UBS, including 15 years in the Asia-Pacific region. During his tenure at UBS, he held several senior positions in wealth management and asset management, serving as Head of Asset Management Asia Pacific and a member of the regional Executive Committee.

In addition, Buehlmann holds a TRIUM Global Executive MBA jointly awarded by New York University (NYU), the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), and HEC Paris School of Management. He is a Swiss Federal Certified Banking Expert and has completed executive programs at IMD (International Institute for Management Development) and Columbia Business School.

Going forward, Buehlmann will oversee Franklin Templeton's regional business across major Asia-Pacific markets. Specifically, he will lead the company's strategic growth plans, client management, and overall business development in the region.

Daniel Gamba, Co-President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Franklin Templeton, stated, "The appointment of Buehlmann as the new Head underscores the company's strengthened leadership and reaffirms Franklin Templeton's commitment to ongoing investment in the Asia-Pacific region."

He added, "Buehlmann is a respected leader with broad client relationships, extensive regional experience, and a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving business growth. His leadership will be critical as Franklin Templeton continues to expand its capabilities and strengthen partnerships with clients in the Asia-Pacific."

Buehlmann commented, "I am delighted to join Franklin Templeton at such a significant time for the company and the Asia-Pacific region. The Asia-Pacific offers tremendous opportunities for growth, and I look forward to working with talented colleagues to further strengthen clients' trust."

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