Carlyle has added Shane Clifford as head of private wealth strategy.

In his new role, Clifford will be responsible for growing Carlyle’s private wealth business across its three global business segments as the firm looks to expand its capabilities. Clifford brings over 20 years of experience in alternative assets and financial services business development and strategy positions, including roles at Legg Mason (EnTrustPermal), BlackRock and Merrill Lynch. He joins Carlyle from Franklin Templeton, where he was responsible for growing their alternative strategies segment and managing the product development and retail distribution strategy.