Apollo Appoints Ribbit Capital Founder Meyer “Micky” Malka to Board of Directors
Key Highlights
- ➤Meyer “Micky” Malka joins Apollo’s board effective January 1, 2027
- ➤Apollo board expands to 14 directors while retaining two-thirds independence
- ➤Apollo reports approximately $1.05 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026
- ➤Malka brings more than 30 years building technology and financial services businesses
Expert Statements
Meyer “Micky” Malka, Founder and managing partner of Ribbit Capital
“I've long admired Apollo. They have a unique point of view and are building the future of the financial markets.”
Marc Rowan, Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Apollo
“Micky has spent his career building companies at the intersection of technology and financial services, and his background will be a real asset as we continue to drive growth across our platform.”
Gary Cohn, Lead Independent Director of Apollo
“Micky’s entrepreneurial track record brings additional global perspective to the Board. I look forward to working with him as we continue to deliver for our shareholders.”
NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Meyer “Micky” Malka, founder and managing partner of Ribbit Capital, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (“Apollo”), effective January 1, 2027. With this appointment, the Apollo board of directors will increase in size to 14 directors. Apollo continues to maintain a two-thirds independent board of directors.
Mr. Malka has more than 30 years of experience building and investing in technology and financial services businesses across the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Ribbit Capital is an investment fund focused on innovative companies in the technology sector. In addition, Mr. Malka currently serves on the board of directors of Robinhood Markets, Inc., and several private companies.
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