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DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLAN
AddedFeb 20, 2024
UpdatedMay 31, 2026
DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLAN

DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLAN

Co-Founder, Ares Management

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DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLAN's Career

Ares Management
Ares Management

Los Angeles, CA, US

Co-Founder
Neiman Marcus Group
Neiman Marcus Group

Dallas, TX, US

Board Member· Board

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DAVID BENJAMIN KAPLAN's Career

Ares Management
Ares Management
Investment FirmInvestment Firm$496M2.5k1997Los Angeles, CA, US
Co-Founder

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Michael LyntonMichael LyntonBoard Member
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