Ares Management Corporation has announced new leadership changes in its Asia business.
E.G. Morse has joined the company as Partner and Head of Asia Credit. He previously worked at Goldman Sachs, where he held senior roles in China. He will be based in Hong Kong and will focus on growing Ares’ credit business and building relationships in the region.
At the same time, Dinesh Goel and Gabriel Fong have been appointed as Co-Heads of the Asia Special Situations strategy. They will continue leading this business and work closely with Ares’ leadership to expand it across the Asia-Pacific region.
Edwin Wong, who has been Head of Asia Credit, will retire on June 30, 2026 after many years with the company. Peter Graf will continue to lead Ares’ direct lending business in Asia.
“We are excited to welcome E.G., a proven leader and longstanding friend of the firm, to Ares and to elevate Dinesh and Gabriel to co-lead the Asia Special Situations strategy,” said Mitch Goldstein, Co-Head of Ares Credit. “We are grateful for Edwin’s leadership, partnership and contributions over the years, and we wish him well in his retirement.”
“I’m honored to join a firm of Ares’ global stature and to work alongside a high-caliber team as we continue to build and scale the platform across Asia,” said Mr. Morse.
“We’re excited for the opportunity to co-lead the Asia Special Situations strategy and to build on the strong foundation that has been established,” said Mr. Goel and Mr. Fong. “Together with our team, we remain deeply focused on delivering differentiated solutions for our limited partners and continuing to scale our offering thoughtfully across the region.”
“I am incredibly proud to have led the Asia Credit team’s growth journey over the years,” said Mr. Wong. “As I step into this next chapter, I look forward to working closely with E.G. and the Asia Credit leadership team to ensure a seamless transition. I’m confident in the exciting trajectory of the Asia Credit business under his guidance and in partnership with the exceptional leadership team in place.”
About Ares Management Corporation
Ares Management Corporation is a large global investment company that manages money across different areas like credit, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure.
The company provides flexible funding to support businesses, help them grow, and create value for investors and communities. It works across different teams to deliver steady and strong returns over time.
As of December 31, 2025, Ares managed about $623 billion in assets and operates in regions including North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.
