Sophie Sithamma

Sophie Sithamma is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in global operations and program management. She currently serves as the Associate Director of Global Programs at MIT Sloan School of Management.12 In this role, she is dedicated to enhancing the institution's international engagements, planning and executing Visiting Fellow Programs, and orchestrating MIT's strategic partnerships with various esteemed institutions worldwide.1

Professional Background

Prior to her current position at MIT Sloan, Sophie held several notable roles:

1. Head of Operations at Swissnex Boston: She worked at the Consulate of Switzerland, where she was responsible for fostering exchange in research, education, and innovation between Switzerland and the global community.14

2. Co-founder of Steady Path Financial: Sophie co-founded this project focused on promoting financial literacy and delivering essential knowledge on personal finance.3

Education

Sophie's educational background includes:

• Master of Arts in International Project Management
• Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Both degrees were obtained from the University of Western Brittany, France.1

Additional Experience

During her master's studies, Sophie contributed to the non-profit sector by working with Positive Planet US. There, she led the "Accelerator Hub Project," an online mentoring program aimed at supporting minority-owned businesses.1

Sophie's diverse experience in operations, project management, and global programs has equipped her with a unique skill set that she now applies to her role at MIT Sloan, where she continues to foster international collaborations and advance academic excellence on a global scale.