John Barakat

John Barakat is a Private Equity Associate at Apollo Global Management, Inc. since August 2022. Prior experience includes roles as a Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst at Evercore from June 2019 to August 2022, along with a Summer Analyst position at Evercore in 2018. Additional experience includes work as an Associate in Industrials at Gator Student Investment Fund and internships at Heritage Capital Group and Augustine Asset Management, where research, data automation, and investment analysis were key responsibilities. Earlier in career milestones, John served as a New Patient Coordinator at Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinic, showcasing strong customer service and organizational skills. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Finance from UF Hough Graduate School of Business, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida, complemented by a high school diploma from The Bolles School.