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Apollo Names Eiji Ueda Head of Asia Pacific as Firm Marks 20 Years in Region
Appointment opens a new chapter in Apollo’s next phase of growth: expanding capital, wealth and retirement solutions across the regionTOKYO and NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced Mr. Eiji Ueda has been named a Partner and Head of Asia Pacific, succeeding Matt Michelini. Michelini, who has spearheaded Apollo’s rapid expansion across the region since his appointment in 2022, will remain in region to oversee Ueda’s transition before assuming broader leade
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