A visionary leader in heritage innovation, Princess Sophia is at the helm of Castillia, an extraordinary initiative dedicated to restoring and reimagining cultural and historical landmarks around the globe. Her mission bridges the past and future — breathing new life into castles, manors, and fortresses by transforming them into hubs for boutique travel, cinematic productions, and high-end events.
Through her leadership, Castillia empowers communities by fusing history with technology and creative enterprise, curating bespoke journeys and immersive experiences within some of the world’s most iconic heritage sites. Her work has captured global attention, including a feature on CNN highlighting Romania’s hidden cultural treasures.
Named among Romania’s Top 30 Women Entrepreneurs by the European Youth Innovation Forum and the US Embassy, Princess Sophia has been invited to speak at esteemed institutions such as The Finnish Flow, the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, and the Gutenberg Institute.
Her entrepreneurial journey includes founding Gallery Wolkonsky in Munich and managing an elite portfolio at Sotheby’s International Realty in France.
With degrees in Art History, International Business, Marketing, and Disruptive Innovation, and currently pursuing a PhD on architectural heritage and societal well-being, Princess Sophia also lectures at the Bucharest University of Economic Studies — bringing academic depth to her global mission of preserving beauty and meaning through cultural legacy.
Her Highness’s participation at the Forum embodies the spirit of empowerment through innovation, cultural stewardship, and timeless elegance.