Franklin Templeton has announced the appointment of Joseph Arrieta as Senior Sales Executive (External Wholesaler) for the Northeastern territory, and Angelita Fuentes as Internal Wholesaler in Miami, with immediate effect. Both will report to Marcus Vinicius, Head of US Offshore, as part of the firm’s strategic reinforcement in this segment.
These additions underscore the firm’s commitment to expanding its presence in the U.S. offshore business, one of its main drivers of global growth. This segment has become a key strategic pillar, serving an increasingly diverse and sophisticated international client base through a cross-border model that connects investors with global opportunities.
In his new role, Arrieta, based in New York, will be responsible for leading offshore coverage of the Northeastern United States territory, including key financial centers such as New York, Boston, Chicago, and Toronto. He will work closely with Jack Leung, Internal Wholesaler, based in Florida. The professional has more than eight years of experience in wholesaling, with a track record across domestic, intermediary, and offshore channels.
For her part, Fuentes joins as Internal Wholesaler in Miami, where she will collaborate with Dolores Ayarra, Senior Sales Executive, and Rafael Galíndez, VP, Sales Executive. From this position, she will support the coverage of banks, wire houses, and independent advisors in key markets such as Florida, Texas, San Diego, and Arizona.
“The U.S. offshore market is a strategic priority for Franklin Templeton and a key driver of our future growth. As clients seek to consolidate relationships with a smaller number of partners capable of offering comprehensive solutions across all asset classes, we continue to invest in talent and capabilities,” said Marcus Vinicius.
Prior to joining, Arrieta developed much of his career in the offshore segment, including his time at Voya Investment Management following the alliance with Allianz Global Investors, where he covered private banks and independent channels in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Previously, he worked at Allianz Global Investors, expanding his coverage from the United States to Latin America, and at firms such as Oaktree Capital and Hudson Edge Investment Partners.
Fuentes brings more than 20 years of experience in wealth management, banking, and international markets. She joins from Voya Investment Management, where she focused on the offshore business. Previously, she held roles as VP and financial advisor at Investment Placement Group and built a long career at Truist Bank, where she worked with high-net-worth Latin American clients. She also has international experience in the real estate sector in Belize.
For Javier Villegas, Head of Iberia and Latin America at Franklin Templeton, “the addition of Joseph and Angelita significantly strengthens our team. Their experience and deep understanding of the offshore environment will be key to strengthening client relationships and continuing to drive growth in the region.”
With these appointments, Franklin Templeton continues to advance its global strategy of strengthening its Global Client Group, aligning resources and capabilities to provide a more integrated, efficient, and client-focused service across public and private markets.
