Carlyle recruits Apollo executive to expand direct lending origination
Carlyle has appointed Alexander Simoes as a managing director within its direct lending origination team, continuing its expansion of its private credit business, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Carlyle has hired Alexander Simoes, a former executive from Apollo Global Management, to bolster its direct lending origination team, according to a Bloomberg report. Simoes transitioned from Apollo in 2025, bringing with him expertise in identifying credit and equity investment prospects for private equity-backed businesses. Prior to joining Apollo in 2025, he had already established a strong presence in the industry, having worked at Oaktree Capital Management and Goldman Sachs.
This strategic move aligns with Carlyle's ongoing efforts to enhance its direct lending platform, as evidenced by recent appointments such as Alex Chi and Michael Meagher. These additions highlight Carlyle's commitment to expanding its footprint in private credit, a sector where alternative asset managers are increasingly focusing on direct lending to compete for financing opportunities among private equity-backed borrowers.
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