Fortress Appoints Rob Reynolds to Spearhead European Expansion

Investor - People | Jun 12, 2025 | Fortress Investment Group LLC (NYSE:FIG)

Fortress Appoints Rob Reynolds to Spearhead European Expansion

Fortress Investment Group LLC, a leading diversified global investment manager, has appointed Rob Reynolds as Managing Director and Head of European Institutional Business Development within its Client Product and Solutions Group. Based in London, Reynolds will be responsible for overseeing the firm's regional institutional fundraising strategy. He boasts significant experience, particularly with institutional and insurance clients, previously working with ICG and Apollo Global Management. This appointment is part of Fortress's broader strategy to expand its global footprint, which includes a series of other senior appointments. Reynolds's role at Fortress will involve working closely with the investment teams to enhance the firm's leadership position in providing capital solutions. In 2024, Fortress raised approximately $11 billion, highlighting its successful capital diversification strategy. Additionally, Fortress and Mubadala Investment Company announced a $1 billion strategic partnership in 2025, emphasizing Fortress's continued expansion and innovation in credit and special situations co-investment opportunities.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Investment Management
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • United Kingdom – Rob Reynolds will be based in London, overseeing the European institutional business development at Fortress.
  • Middle East – Fortress has announced its expansion into the Middle East, particularly with its office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market.
  • Global – Fortress is described as a global investment manager with interests and operations worldwide.

Industry

  • Private Equity – Fortress Investment Group operates within the private equity sector with its diverse investment strategies.
  • Investment Management – Fortress manages total assets worth $50 billion and expands its footprint in investment management.
  • Financial Services – The article highlights various financial appointments and fundraising strategies undertaken by Fortress.

Financials

  • $11 billion – Capital raised by Fortress in 2024, marking a record year for the firm.
  • $1 billion – Raised through Fortress Private Wealth Solutions, contributing to the firm's diversification.
  • $50 billion – Assets under management by Fortress as of December 31, 2024.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Fortress Investment Group LLCCompanyPrivate Equity FirmFortress is a global investment manager with a diverse array of investment strategies.
Rob ReynoldsPersonHead of European Institutional Business DevelopmentRecently appointed to oversee European institutional fundraising at Fortress.
Mubadala Investment CompanyCompanyInvestment FirmEngaged in a strategic partnership with Fortress, focusing on credit and special situations co-investment.
ICGOther CompanyInvestment FirmRob Reynolds previously managed the global insurance strategy at ICG.
Apollo Global ManagementOther CompanyInvestment FirmReynolds was part of the European and Middle East sales team at Apollo.