40 Under 40

Milton Guarderas

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by Dustin Plantholt Editor-in-Chief
December 06, 2024
Milton Guarderas

Some people come into your life and make you feel like they were meant to cross your path. They’re rare—fewer than rare, actually. They’re like the flash of a phoenix’s wing across the night sky: brilliant, unmistakable, gone before you’ve fully understood what you’ve just seen. That’s Milton.

Over the years, I’ve met thousands of people, shaking hands, swapping stories, and trading in small talk that often feels too small. But Milton? Milton doesn’t just meet you. He sees you. It’s an experience that’s both humbling and electrifying, like someone flipping on a flashlight in a dark room you didn’t even know you were standing in. He’s the kind of person who steps into a business relationship not to take but to give. And he gives—quietly, generously, and without any expectation.

Maybe that’s his secret.

There’s an old saying that feels like it’s been etched into the very fabric of the universe: “Everything that comes to you is a return of what you put out.” Milton embodies this truth. His success isn’t because of money, though he’s made plenty of it. It’s about people—their lives, their stories, their futures. For Milton, people aren’t stepping stones; they’re the destination.

I don’t know all of Milton’s story—not yet, anyway. But what I do know is enough to understand his rare gift. He’s someone who learned early on to find the good in the world, even when it wasn’t obvious. He’s the kind of person who doesn’t flinch at what’s odd or different. Instead, he leans in—welcomes it, accepts it, celebrates it. Maybe that’s why we connected so deeply, so quickly. Milton sees the real me—the raw, messy, unapologetically human Dustin beneath the surface.

That’s his superpower: seeing people, understanding them, and offering them a hand—not to pull them into his orbit, but to help them find their own.

When it comes to emerging technologies, Milton is a teacher. Patient, insightful, and endlessly curious, he’s the person you want guiding you through uncharted waters. Whether it’s blockchain, NFT ecosystems, or digital assets, Milton has a knack for cutting through the noise and showing people the real opportunities waiting beneath the surface.

But he doesn’t overpromise. That’s not his style. Milton isn’t in the business of selling dreams; he’s in the business of opening eyes. He’s guiding a new generation of investors toward generational wealth—not through shortcuts or gimmicks, but through knowledge. Deep, actionable knowledge.

Milton’s vision goes beyond making money. It’s about creating something that lasts, something meaningful. And as he continues to rise in the world of innovation, he doesn’t go alone. He brings others with him, showing them how to carve out their own spaces in an ever-shifting digital landscape.

Milton is a phoenix. He’s burned, rebuilt, and soared again. For those of us lucky enough to know him, we can’t wait to see what he does next. 


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Dustin Plantholt

Editor-in-Chief

Dustin Plantholt, “The Count of Monte Crypto,” is Monaco Voice's Editor-in-Chief. He is highly regarded for his contributions and impact in the world of disruptive technologies and media. He is a journalist and documentary filmmaker. He has interviewed celebrities, won awards for NFT/Metaverse advisory, and is a highly sought-after panel moderator and global speaker. He has received from Forbes Monaco the prestigious  40 Under 40 award for his undisputed impact in innovating ideas and bringing people together, educating others about digital assets, and his commitment to excellence. 

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