Greg Johnson (businessman)
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Greg Johnson | |
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Born | Gregory Eugene Johnson 1961/1962 (age 61–62)[1] |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Washington and Lee University |
Occupation | Businessman |
Title | Executive chairman, Franklin Templeton Investments |
Term | 2014- |
Predecessor | Charles B. Johnson |
Spouse | Married |
Children | 2 |
Parent(s) | Charles B. Johnson Ann Demarest Lutes |
Gregory Eugene Johnson (born 1961/1962) is an American businessman, and the executive chairman of Franklin Templeton Investments, a company founded in 1947 by his grandfather, Rupert H. Johnson Sr.[2]
Early life
Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and business administration from Washington and Lee University.[3][1]
Career
Johnson was CEO of Franklin from January 2004 to 2021.[1] In 2011, he earned US$6.61 million, and $49.93 million over the past five years.[3]
In June 2013, Johnson succeeded his father, Charles B. Johnson, as chairman of Franklin Templeton Investments.[4]
Personal life
Johnson has a son and a daughter.[5]
References
- ^ a b c "Executive Profile: Gregory Eugene Johnson". Bloomberg LP. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ "Rupert Harris Johnson, Financier, 89". NYTimes.com. 16 March 1989. Retrieved 10 February 2019.
- ^ a b "#218 Gregory E Johnson - Forbes.com". www.forbes.com. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ Alden, William (30 September 2013). "Mutual Fund Billionaire Gives $250 Million to Yale". DealBook. Retrieved 10 February 2019.
- ^ 孟令君. "Passion runs deep in family tradition - Business - Chinadaily.com.cn". www.chinadaily.com.cn. Retrieved 4 June 2018.