Monica S. Blacker

Monica Blacker is the founder of BAX Advisors, LLC., a firm focused on helping women and minorities advance in their careers, and of Force 10 Partners in Dallas. She also serves on several boards advising them on various matters ranging from restructuring to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging initiatives. Force 10 Partners is a financial advisory firm focused on assisting parties in reorganizations and restructurings. She serves in fiduciary roles, including CRO, independent director and trustee, and serves on several boards. Ms. Blacker spent 22 years practicing as a business workout and reorganization attorney. During her climb to partner in an international law firm, she observed many pitfalls and obstacles that can get in the way and, ultimately, cause women and minorities to derail or leave their jobs. Armed with personal experiences, stories and anecdotes from many of her colleagues, Ms. Blacker has become a passionate advocate for minorities and women and a speaker on topics designed to make the road smoother. She is a sought-after international speaker, providing practical tips and immediate action steps. Ms. Blacker received her B.B.A. in marketing from James Madison University in 1993 and her J.D. in 1996 from Southern MethodistUniversity Law School.