Monika is a Managing Director at 1919 Investment Counsel. In her role as a Portfolio Manager, Monika works with individuals, families, foundations, and endowments, delivering comprehensive investment counsel. Her primary focus is on developing and managing investment portfolios that are tailored to each client’s unique long-term wealth and investment objectives. In addition, Monika manages the firm’s Inclusive Investment Strategy.

Outside of the office, Monika is on the Board of the Main Line School Night where is a member of the Development Committee and the Finance Committee. She is also the President of the International Women’s Club of Philadelphia. Monika is a Board member of the Welcome Clubs International, Inc., an organization which was granted Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2020.

Monika entered the Financial Services Industry in 1987 and joined Scudder Private Investment Counsel (a predecessor firm) in 2002. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Portfolio Manager at Brown Brothers Harriman. Prior to moving to the United States, she worked in Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Italy. In addition to English, she speaks German, Italian and some French and Spanish.

In her spare time, Monika enjoys outdoor activities such as gardening and hiking as well as reading and traveling.

Monika received her formal education in Europe. Monika is a CFA Charterholder.