DWS names head of alternative credit for EMEA in growth push
Dan Robinson (pictured) was most recently managing partner of capital asset solutions at Man Group.
Robinson was most recently managing partner of capital asset solutions at Man Group, where he was responsible for multi-asset credit in the insurance, institutional and retail channels as well as private equity-led offshore reinsurance growth strategy.
He also served as global head of CLOs and loans, overseeing the development of the firm's structured credit and leverage loan business.
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Before joining Man Group, Robinson was CIO in Europe for CIFC Asset Management. He was also a senior portfolio manager and chaired the asset allocation committee for their global multi-asset credit fund.
He also served as head of liquid credit in Europe for Apollo Global Management between 2015 and 2018 and managing director at Oaktree Capital between 2003 and 2015.
He will be based in London and report directly to Paul Kelly, global head of alternatives at DWS.
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Kelly said: «Dan is a senior industry veteran with over 23 years of experience in credit at influential investment firms where he has led integrated strategies aimed at accelerating growth in alternative credit platforms.
»Dan is a key appointment for DWS as we continue to build out our private credit offering and fully leverage the growth potential of our global alternatives business."
Robinson added: «There are clearly significant demand drivers and opportunities in the private debt market, and DWS has the alternatives investment heritage and robust foundation to deliver on its strategic growth ambitions in this sector. I look forward to working with the deep bench of talent
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