Monika Mantilla is the Co-Founder and CEO of Altura Capital, a pioneering impact investment firm focused on scaling high-performing businesses across the U.S. in the verticals of consumer, business services, healthcare and manufacturing through a methodical approach known as the “Altura Way”.  With over 30 years of experience in private equity, private credit, and scaling businesses, Monika has built a values-driven platform that has delivered meaningful economic and social impact. A recognized thought leader and advocate, Monika serves on multiple boards including WT Group, Earthlab Holdings, Coastal Painting, Cidrines, and several national non-profit boards including the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative, and Chair of the USHCC Educational Fund. She was the first Latina to receive the HHF Award in Business and has been named one of the Top 15 Latinos in Finance and Top 100 Latino Leaders by Latino Leaders Magazine.