Manny Almonte

Manny Almonte, a passionate advocate for empowering men of color, is the visionary founder of both Mastermind Connect men's collective and the Young Masterminds Initiative nonprofit organization. Through these platforms, he curates transformative experiences, enabling men of color to forge profound connections with their passions, inner selves, and communities.
Manny's notable accomplishments include producing the award-winning, thought-provoking short film Wood Hood, which champions justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the outdoors. In recognition of his creativity, dedication, and steadfast commitment to changing the lives of young Black and Brown men and for his powerful work to increase access and inclusion for BIPOC youth in the outdoors through his Camping to Connect initiati