Monica was born in Russell, KS and moved around till her family settled in Hiawatha, KS. While in high school, Monica was not only active in sports, but was also one of twenty-five chosen for a Peer Leadership Program. Monica first attended Johnson County Community College. While working towards her Liberal Arts degree, she belonged to the Phi Theta Kappa and was selected for the "Who’s Who Among Community College Students". She then moved on to Emporia State University where she graduated with her Bachelor’s in Integrated Studies.
Monica is now raising her two beautiful children with her husband Adrian and has been with Wealth Management Group of Kansas City for since November 2008