Benefit Street Partners. Executive and Leadership Team

David Manlowe, the Chief Executive Officer at Benefit Street Partners., directs the overarching strategic vision and long-term growth initiatives for the firm. By aligning investment focus across direct lending, structured credit, and infrastructure debt, the Chief Executive Officer ensures the organization maintains its position as an alternative credit pioneer. David Manlowe oversees the integration of specialist expertise with the institutional scale provided by Franklin Templeton, fostering a culture of operational independence. This leadership role involves constant engagement with the Board to refine market positioning and expand global reach. Through rigorous oversight of asset management activities, the Chief Executive Officer drives the firm toward meeting complex client needs. Manlowe secures the firm's competitive advantage by prioritizing high-quality credit solutions and maintaining disciplined investment standards across all portfolios, ultimately ensuring the delivery of attractive returns for investors on a global scale.

Nina Baryski, the Managing Director, Funds Chief Financial Officer at Benefit Street Partners., manages the financial integrity and reporting structures for the firm's diverse fund offerings. Overseeing complex fund accounting and valuation processes, the Managing Director, Funds Chief Financial Officer ensures compliance with institutional standards while supporting the firm's $92 billion asset management mandate. Nina Baryski coordinates with investment teams to provide accurate financial data, facilitating informed decision-making across liquid credit and special situations strategies. This role involves rigorous monitoring of fund performance metrics and liquidity management to protect investor interests. By optimizing financial workflows, the Managing Director, Funds Chief Financial Officer strengthens the operational foundation necessary for sustained growth. Baryski maintains transparency in all financial reporting, reinforcing the firm's reputation for reliability and precision within the alternative credit market, while simultaneously supporting the broader financial objectives of the organization.

Yuksel Dincer, the Managing Director - Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Commercial Real Estate at Benefit Street Partners., oversees the financial architecture and risk assessment for the firm's commercial real estate debt portfolios. By analyzing market trends and asset-level performance, the Managing Director - Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Commercial Real Estate ensures that investment strategies align with the firm's broader credit objectives. Yuksel Dincer manages complex financial modeling and reporting requirements specific to real estate infrastructure, providing critical insights to the investment committee. This role involves coordinating with internal stakeholders to optimize capital deployment and monitor portfolio health across various regional markets. Through meticulous financial oversight, the Managing Director - Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Commercial Real Estate mitigates risk and enhances the profitability of real estate-focused credit solutions. Dincer maintains rigorous standards in financial analysis, supporting the firm's commitment to delivering superior returns through specialized expertise in the real estate sector.

Stefanie Gallitto, the Global Executive Administrator To Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Benefit Street Partners., coordinates the high-level administrative functions and strategic communications for the firm's primary operational and financial leaders. By managing complex scheduling, information flow, and executive priorities, the Global Executive Administrator To Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer ensures that leadership remains focused on core business objectives. Stefanie Gallitto facilitates seamless interaction between the C-suite and various departments, enhancing organizational cohesion and responsiveness. This role involves overseeing sensitive documentation and supporting the execution of firm-wide initiatives that drive operational efficiency. Through proactive management of executive workflows, the Global Executive Administrator To Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer enables the firm to maintain its focus on delivering alternative credit solutions. Gallitto provides the essential support structure required for the leadership team to navigate the complexities of managing $92 billion in assets effectively.

Bryan Martoken, the Co-Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer at Benefit Street Partners., directs the firm's financial strategy and operational infrastructure. By overseeing corporate finance, budgeting, and capital management, the Co-Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer ensures the firm maintains a robust balance sheet to support its alternative credit strategies. Bryan Martoken manages the intersection of financial reporting and operational execution, ensuring that all business units operate with maximum efficiency. This role involves close collaboration with Franklin Templeton to leverage institutional resources while preserving the firm's operational independence. Through strategic oversight of financial controls and operational processes, the Co-Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer drives long-term value creation and supports the firm's growth in liquid credit and special situations. Martoken maintains a focus on fiscal discipline and operational excellence, ensuring the firm remains a leader in the global asset management landscape.

Jerome Baglien, the Real Estate Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer at Benefit Street Partners., manages the operational and financial functions specifically dedicated to the firm's real estate debt business. By overseeing the financial reporting, budgeting, and operational workflows for real estate assets, the Real Estate Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer ensures that this division meets its performance targets. Jerome Baglien coordinates with investment teams to streamline the execution of real estate credit strategies, ensuring that all processes align with the firm's broader risk management framework. This role involves monitoring portfolio performance and optimizing the financial structure of real estate investments to maximize returns. Through rigorous oversight of operational activities, the Real Estate Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer supports the firm's ability to provide specialized real estate credit solutions. Baglien ensures that the real estate division maintains high standards of efficiency and financial accuracy.

Allison Davi, the Co-Chief Operating Officer at Benefit Street Partners., architects the internal operational frameworks that support the firm's expansive credit investment activities. Focusing on organizational efficiency and process optimization, the Co-Chief Operating Officer streamlines workflows across direct lending and infrastructure debt divisions. Allison Davi collaborates with senior leadership to implement scalable systems that accommodate the firm's global reach and institutional requirements. This role involves managing cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of day-to-day operations while maintaining the independence necessary for agile investment decision-making. By refining operational protocols, the Co-Chief Operating Officer enhances the firm's ability to deliver consistent results in volatile market conditions. Davi drives initiatives that improve resource allocation and operational resilience, ensuring that the firm remains well-positioned to capitalize on emerging credit opportunities while upholding the highest standards of service for a diverse, global investor base.

Brian Buffone, the President (Nyse Fbrt) at Benefit Street Partners., leads the strategic direction and market engagement for the firm's publicly traded investment vehicles. By overseeing the performance and investor relations for the NYSE-listed entity, the President (Nyse Fbrt) ensures alignment with public market expectations and regulatory requirements. Brian Buffone drives the execution of investment strategies that deliver value to shareholders while maintaining the firm's reputation for credit expertise. This role involves communicating the firm's value proposition to the investment community and ensuring that the publicly traded portfolio remains consistent with the firm's overall mission. Through active management of the entity's strategic priorities, the President (Nyse Fbrt) enhances the firm's visibility and market impact. Buffone maintains a focus on transparency and performance, ensuring that the firm's public-facing credit solutions continue to attract and retain institutional and retail investors globally.