PHILADELPHIA, January 6, 2025 — FS Investments, an $82 billion global alternative asset manager, today announced Scott Stimpfel will join the firm in January as Head of Human Resources. Dr. Stimpfel will serve on the firm’s Executive Committee and report into Lisa Opoku, Chief Operating Officer. His responsibilities include oversight of FS Investments’ global Human Resources efforts, including learning and development, recruiting, benefits and early talent programs.

“We are delighted to welcome an exceptionally talented Human Resources executive and thought leader like Scott to FS Investments,” said Lisa Opoku, Chief Operating Officer. “His strong focus on leadership and talent development will be instrumental to our success as we grow the firm.”

Dr. Stimpfel most recently spent eight years at Citibank (Citi) in various Human Resources leadership roles, including the global head of Human Resources for Citi’s Client organization and global head of Learning & Development for Citi’s Banking, Capital Markets and Advisory businesses. Prior to joining Citi, he was an Assistant Dean and Associate Dean at New York University (NYU), and he taught in NYU Stern’s Business & Society program. Dr. Stimpfel sits on the Kingsborough Community College Foundation Board and is committed to working with organizations that empower underserved community college students. He attended Pasadena City College and graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.S. in Business Administration. He earned an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business and a Doctor of Education from the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education.

“I am excited to join FS Investments to drive the firm’s Human Resources strategy at an exciting time in its growth,” said Dr. Stimpfel. “I look forward to working with the team to attract and retain the best talent and expand our presence in markets around the world.”