WILMA’s Leadership Institute: Meet Monica Hamilton
Snapshot of this year's Leadership Institute members
WILMA’s 2025 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each others’ personal board of directors.
The program is part of the WILMA Leadership Initiative, created to help develop more women leaders in our area.
Meet institute member MONICA HAMILTON.
Monica Hamilton
Title: Internal Audit Manager
Company: Live Oak Bank
How long have you been with your current employer? 1 year
Alma Mater: UNCW and NC State University
Prior career experience: Prior to joining Live Oak Bank, I gained 7 years of experience in the Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk Management space during my time with KPMG and MorganFranklin Consulting. I also began my professional journey in Internal Audit at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where I interned with the Office of Internal Audit.
Current job responsibilities: Currently serving as an Internal Audit Manager at Live Oak Bank, I assist with leading and managing complex audit projects, conducting thorough risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with SOX/FDICIA and other regulatory requirements. Additionally, I am one of four founding members of the Bank’s IA department, responsible for establishing its foundation and developing an expanding IA team.
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with friends and family, working out, trying new restaurants, traveling, and anything outdoors!
To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to https://www.wilmamag.com/leadership/
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