Apollo Global Management Names Diego De Giorgi Partner and Head of EMEA in London

Apollo Global Management announced Feb. 10 that industry veteran Diego De Giorgi will join the firm as a Partner and Head of EMEA, based in London. De Giorgi will succeed longtime Apollo Partner Rob Seminara in the role, who will remain in the region to support the transition before assuming new global responsibilities for Apollo later this year.

De Giorgi has spent more than 30 years in London serving in key leadership positions for large global banks. As Apollo's Head of EMEA, De Giorgi will oversee a fast-growing region for the firm as it expands credit, equity and hybrid origination, as well as wealth and retirement solutions.

Leadership Transition at Apollo Global Management

The appointment reflects Apollo's continued expansion in Europe, where the firm has invested for more than 25 years. Apollo President Jim Zelter said the firm has built a strong foundation for continued growth in the region, where Apollo's long-dated capital and capabilities are increasingly relevant.

"We have known Diego for many years and believe he will be a terrific steward of business in this next phase, bringing significant industry experience and a European perspective," Zelter said. "He starts in a position of strength, succeeding Rob who has overseen strong AUM growth, the formation of new businesses and a continued expansion in local markets during his tenure in Europe."

De Giorgi's Banking Background

De Giorgi joins Apollo from Standard Chartered, where he served as Group Chief Financial Officer since January 2024. Previously, De Giorgi spent more than six years with Bank of America Merrill Lynch, including as Global Head of Investment Banking and as Co-Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, EMEA. Before that, he spent more than 18 years with Goldman Sachs.

"I have long viewed Apollo as one of the most innovative firms in financial services, and this is an especially meaningful time for me to be a part of its growth journey as European companies, economies and investors demand the types of long-term solutions Apollo brings to bear," De Giorgi said. "I am excited to leverage the breadth of my experience in working with clients, regulators, banking partners and the broader financial services sector to lead Apollo's EMEA business in this next phase alongside an impressive group of colleagues."

Strategic Focus on European Markets

De Giorgi will work closely with Apollo's senior investment leaders in Europe in addition to its global and regional management teams.

Apollo Partner Rob Seminara said it has been a privilege to lead Apollo's business in Europe during a period of significant transformation as the firm grew its team, capabilities and AUM to establish a leading position in the region.

"Diego is exceptionally well placed to take the reins, and I look forward to partnering with him on this transition as Apollo enters another exciting chapter," Seminara said.

Sources

Apollo Global Management press release: https://ir.apollo.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/605/apollo-names-diego-de-giorgi-as-incoming-head-of-emea