Franklin Templeton Investments has named Alan Young as head of institutional business, Greater China. He will report to David Chang, regional head for Greater China, and will be responsible for overseeing the distribution of the company's institutional products in this region.

Based in Hong Kong, Young will work closely with existing regional and country teams to develop and implement product distribution strategies across Greater China and to support the growth of Franklin Templeton's institutional business.

Young brings over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, including 10 years in institutional business development roles. Prior to joining Franklin Templeton, he held various sales positions at leading global investment companies.