Meet the Team at EdOdyssey

Partnerships & Program Coordinator

Sofía Carrillo

Sofía was born and raised in Cartago, Costa Rica, and is a graduate of Sustainable Tourism Management from the Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica. Passionate about sustainability and social responsibility, she is deeply committed to creating a positive impact on people’s lives through education and travel. With extensive experience in tourism and study abroad programs, she brings both expertise and heart to everything she does.

After finishing high school, Sofía had the opportunity to experience a life-changing study abroad program in Brighton, England, where she lived for six months. This experience shaped her worldview and sparked her desire to help others access similar opportunities. Her personal journey is the foundation of her passion for international education and cultural exchange. 

Sofía has managed the logistics and operations of more than 30 study abroad programs a year in Costa Rica for a local study abroad provider. She collaborated closely with local partners to ensure programs are sustainable, culturally respectful, and socially impactful. She was also responsible for hiring and training Program Leaders who specialize in the country and are committed to providing exceptional support to both students and faculty. Throughout each program, she remained attentive to the needs of participants, ensuring they feel supported, safe, and inspired. She has organized a wide variety of programs, including service learning, sustainability and climate initiatives, indigenous studies, and health-focused programs. She currently works remotely from Costa Rica.

In her free time, Sofía loves practicing yoga, boxing, spending time outdoors, and enjoying moments with family and friends.

A Fun Fact About Sofía:

“I’m not a fan of coffee, and my friends and family always joke that I’m the worst Costa Rican ever because coffee is such a big part of our culture.”

Favorite Travel Memory:

“My favorite travel memory is from my trip to India. I visited a Sikh temple where a group of women (or aunties as they’re usually called there) noticed I was a foreigner and welcomed me as their daughter. They shared temple food with me and I truly felt accepted, even though we didn’t speak the same language or share the same religion.”