Monika Hudson

Monika Hudson, Global Head of Infrastructure Services & IT Operations, is responsible for driving technology, innovation and operational excellence at Barings, a global asset management firm. As a strategic leader, she combines business and technology to deliver high-impact solutions that align with Barings’ mission.

With more than 20 years of experience in information technology, Monika has extensive experience spearheading business transformation, managing complex technology projects and building diverse, high-performance teams in the financial services industry. Her in-depth knowledge encompasses infrastructure operations, application delivery, data analytics, and governance, ensuring reliable and secure IT operations.

Prior to joining Barings, Monika held senior technology leadership roles at Truist Financial where she led technology strategy during the BB&T and SunTrust merger, which formed the eighth largest bank in the U.S.

Monika holds a B.A. in Computer Science Information Systems from Kennesaw State University and an M.B.A from Emory University. Outside of work, she’s a dedicated mentor to next-gen leaders, a volunteer with several charitable organizations and is a community advocate. She also enjoys traveling with her husband, spending time on the water and playing competitive tennis.