Apollo Names Brian Chu Head of Apollo Portfolio Performance Solutions

Core Insights - Apollo has appointed Brian Chu as Partner and Head of Apollo Portfolio Performance Solutions (APPS), succeeding Aaron Miller, who will transition to Chairman of APPS by the end of 2026 [1][3][4] - Chu brings over 20 years of operational leadership and private equity experience, having previously led value creation efforts at Centerbridge Partners and held senior roles at Bain Capital [2][4] - APPS focuses on delivering strategic operational support across Apollo's private equity portfolio, emphasizing business transformation and value creation [4][5] Company Overview - Apollo is a global alternative asset manager with approximately $785 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025 [6][7] - The firm aims to provide clients with excess returns across various risk-reward spectrums, from investment-grade credit to private equity [6] - APPS consists of a team of 35 professionals who collaborate with portfolio companies to implement tailored value creation strategies, leveraging expertise in areas such as digital transformation and supply chain optimization [5]