Kurt Hoffman
About Kurt Hoffman
Kurt Hoffman serves as the Co-Head of Underwriting for US Direct Lending at Apollo Global Management, Inc. He has extensive experience in finance and law, having held senior positions at notable firms including Goldman Sachs and Imperial Capital.
Current Role at Apollo Global Management
Kurt Hoffman serves as Co-Head of Underwriting for US Direct Lending at Apollo Global Management, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the underwriting processes and strategies related to direct lending in the United States. His position is based in Miami, Florida, where he contributes to the firm's objectives in the lending sector.
Previous Experience in Finance and Law
Before joining Apollo, Kurt Hoffman held several significant positions in finance and law. He worked as a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs from 2020 to 2022, and prior to that, he was a Managing Director at Imperial Capital, LLC for 15 years, from 2005 to 2020. His legal career includes five years as an Associate Attorney at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, from 2000 to 2005.
Professional Background at KPMG
Kurt Hoffman began his career at KPMG, where he served as a Senior Accountant from 1995 to 1997 in the Greater St. Louis Area. This role provided him with foundational experience in accounting and financial analysis, which he later applied in his finance and legal careers.
Educational Background in Law and Accounting
Kurt Hoffman earned his Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Washington University in St. Louis, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Saint Louis University, studying from 1991 to 1995. His educational background supports his expertise in both legal and financial domains.