Carlyle, a global investment firm operating across private equity, credit, and AlpInvest, announced senior leadership changes effective January 1, 2026. Justin Plouffe, currently Deputy Chief Investment Officer for Carlyle Global Credit, will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer, succeeding John Redett. Plouffe has been with Carlyle since 2007, contributing to the firm’s credit strategies, managing investment committees, and leading affiliated business development companies. He also serves as CEO of TCG Capital Markets and sits on multiple boards, including Carlyle Tactical Private Credit Fund, Carlyle Secured Lending, and Carlyle Credit Solutions. CEO Harvey Schwartz said the appointments demonstrate its ongoing evolution and commitment to delivering strong results for clients. He said Plouffe will help drive the next phase of growth by executing the strategy and creating value for investors and stakeholders.
Redett will remain CFO through the end of 2025 to ensure a smooth transition before becoming Co-President of Carlyle and leading the Global Private Equity business. Plouffe’s background includes overseeing CLO issuances, acquiring credit management platforms, and structuring financing facilities. Before Carlyle, he worked as an attorney at Ropes & Gray LLP, clerked for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, and served as a legislative assistant to a U.S. Congressman. Plouffe holds a bachelor’s degree from Princeton University and a JD from Columbia Law School. He is also a CFA Charterholder and maintains multiple FINRA licenses. His extensive expertise in credit, law, and finance positions him to play a key role in driving Carlyle’s next phase of growth and delivering value to stakeholders.
