Jennifer Kerr
About Jennifer Kerr
Jennifer Kerr is a Partner and Head of Strategic Partnerships at Apollo Global Management, Inc. in Canada, with a robust background in finance and investment management, including leadership roles at CPP Investments and Merrill Lynch.
Current Role at Apollo Global Management
Jennifer Kerr serves as Partner and Head of Strategic Partnerships for Canada at Apollo Global Management, Inc. She has held this position since 2023. In her role, she focuses on developing and managing strategic partnerships that enhance the firm's operations and investment strategies within the Canadian market.
Previous Experience at CPP Investments
Prior to her current role, Jennifer Kerr worked at CPP Investments in various senior positions. She was Managing Director and Head of Funds from 2013 to 2018, overseeing fund management strategies. Following this, she served as Managing Director, Head of Active Portfolio Management from 2018 to 2021, where she led active portfolio management initiatives. Most recently, she was Managing Director - Credit Investments and Head of Credit Strategy from 2021 to 2023.
Early Career at Merrill Lynch
Jennifer Kerr began her career at Merrill Lynch in London, where she worked as Assistant Vice President in Structured Finance from 2000 to 2001. This role provided her with foundational experience in finance and investment strategies.
Educational Background
Jennifer Kerr studied at McGill University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Finance and International Business from 1993 to 1997. Prior to that, she completed her high school education at Havergal College, obtaining her High School Diploma from 1986 to 1993.