Ares Management has made the shortlist of this year’s Alternative Credit Awards in 14 categories, more than any other firm.
The alternative asset manager is a contender for some of the most prominent accolades, including Fund Manager of the Year and Senior Lender of the Year.
Ares is followed by Eiffel Investment Group, Churchill Asset Management and Blackstone, which have each received six places on the shortlist.
Read more: Alternative Credit Awards on track to sell out
Meanwhile, UK peer-to-peer lending platform Folk2Folk is on the shortlist in five different categories.
The awards, hosted by Alternative Credit Investor, recognise the most influential fund managers, specialist lenders and service providers in the alternative credit space.
The winners will be announced on Wednesday 19 November 2025 at the Royal Lancaster London.
Read more: Alternative Credit Awards 2025: Shortlist unveiled
“The breadth and quality of entries for this year’s Alternative Credit Awards have far surpassed previous years’ submissions, so it’s a real testament to the performance of these firms that they have been recognised in multiple categories,” said Suzie Neuwirth, founder and editor-in-chief of Alternative Credit Investor.
“We can’t wait to reveal the winners on the night!”
For table enquiries and sponsorship opportunities, please email sales and marketing manager Tehmeena Khan at [email protected].
