Solving Market Challenges through Asset Tokenisation
3rd August 2026 @ Conference Hall 2, Securities Commission Malaysia
Speakers
Chetan Karkhanis Senior Vice President, Franklin Innovation Research Strategies and Technology (FIRST), Franklin Templeton
Based in Singapore, leads innovation and technology-focused initiatives across Asia Pacific as part of Franklin Templeton's Franklin Innovation Research Strategies and Technology (FIRST) group.
Focuses on innovative distribution, digital disruption, and thought leadership to accelerate and commercialise technology-enabled investment capabilities.
Works closely with clients, business partners, and fintech firms to develop new products, capabilities, and distribution channels.
Previously led product management for several global equity platforms within Franklin Templeton, including the Templeton Global Equity Group, Franklin Global Growth, and Balanced Equity Management (Australia).
Prior to joining Franklin Templeton in 2014, held strategy and corporate development roles at JPMorgan Asset Management, Moody's, and Charles Schwab.
Holds a B.A. in Economics and an M.Sc. in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University.
