Monroe Capital announced the appointment of Dimitri Stathopoulos as Head of Business Development - Americas. This strategic leadership addition underscores Monroe’s commitment to scaling its platform and achieving its growth goals.

Stathopoulos brings over two decades of experience in institutional fundraising, strategic capital development, and investor relations. As Managing Director and head of capital formation, he will lead Monroe’s fundraising strategy in the Americas, overseeing capital development across the firm’s diverse investment strategies including direct lending, alternative credit, structured credit, real estate, equity and venture debt.

Prior to joining Monroe, Stathopoulos was Senior Managing Director and Head of Americas at Nuveen, where he led institutional capital raising efforts. His previous roles include senior positions at Neuberger Berman and BMO Asset Management. Stathopoulos earned his B.B.A. in Accounting and his M.B.A. in Finance from Loyola University Chicago’s Quinlan School of Business. 

“Dimitri is a seasoned leader with deep institutional relationships and a proven ability to raise and scale capital across market cycles,” said Zia Uddin, President of Monroe Capital. “His leadership will be instrumental as we expand our investor base in the Americas and continue delivering differentiated investment solutions. We will continue to expand the team as we focus on unique investment products for our investors.”

“I’m honored to join Monroe at such an exciting time in its growth journey,” said Stathopoulos, Managing Director & Head of Business Development - Americas of Monroe Capital. “The firm’s entrepreneurial spirit, investment excellence, and client-first approach make it a unique platform. I look forward to helping drive our next phase of expansion.”