George Szemere

CAIA, Head of Alternatives Distribution – EMEA, Franklin Templeton

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George Szemere is Head of Alternatives Sales at Franklin Templeton for the EMEA region. In this role he is working
closely with the FT Alternatives leadership team to develop a strategic plan focusing on sales generation, new product
ideas and alternative solutions. He also collaborates with our regional distribution teams as well as directly engaging
with investors on all FT alternatives investment related opportunities.
George brings over 18 years' experience in asset management combining technical sales, relationship management,
product development and leadership skills across EMEA.
He earned a Bachelor degree of Social Science with honours in Economics from the University of Birmingham. He is
also a CAIA and Chapter Executive.