Stephanie Bender
Director of Fund Operations

Stephanie specializes in legal entity management and investment structuring, ensuring efficient governance and strategic growth. She leads the company-wide SOC audit process, driving compliance and operational excellence across Townsend. With deep expertise in tax strategy and governance, Stephanie plays a critical role in optimizing organizational efficiency and mitigating risk.​

Prior to joining Townsend, Stephanie was an audit manager at Crowe Horwath LLP in Cleveland, Ohio, focusing on the financial services industry.​

Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Xavier University. She is a Certified Public Accountant. ​