[3] She has spoken about the factors which deter women from joining the financial services and investment industry,[4] as well as the impacts of the gender pensions gap on the retirement of women.
[5][6] She is also regularly invited to speak at industry events on the impact of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors on the investment process and profession.
She holds a degree in Economics from McMaster University in Ontario.
Franklin has previously worked at a number of other financial institutions including Marret Private Wealth, State Street Global Advisors and Barclays Global Investors.
[8] Franklin was awarded the CFA Institute’s Alfred C. “Pete” Morley Distinguished Service Award in 2014 [9] The award is given to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the leadership of the CFA Institute [10] In 2020, she was awarded a Top Voice in for the Finance & Economy category on LinkedIn for her content about the investment profession in recognition of the quality and engagement of her postings.