Franklin BSP Realty Trust appoints Michael Comparato as CEO; Brian Buffone as President

Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc.

Michael Comparato, previously President, appointed CEO effective Feb 10, 2026; Richard Byrne resigns as CEO but remains Chairman.
Brian Buffone, Managing Director and Head of Real Estate Operations at Advisor, promoted to President.
Comparato served as President since March 2023 and is Senior Managing Director at Benefit Street Partners.
No family relationships or transactions between new officers and the company.

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