Carolina Castillo is a leading commercial strategist within the B2B payments and travel technology landscape, currently serving as General Manager, EMEA at WEX. In this role, she is responsible for driving the EMEA commercial strategy and regional growth of WEX's industry-leading payment solutions. Her focus includes managing a comprehensive, multi-year strategy for the development of virtual card products across this important geographic region.
Prior to WEX, Carolina held strategic commercial positions at American Express and AstraZeneca where she was responsible for business development strategy, managed new business pipelines for major clients, and drove process improvement initiatives. Her expertise spans Procurement, Business Development, and Partnerships.
Carolina is a dedicated champion for inclusion and diversity. She was awarded Best Woman in Sales in EMEA by the prestigious Women in Sales Awards (WISA). Following this achievement, she has taken on the responsibility of serving as a judge for the awards. Her ability to translate complex financial products into clear market value makes her a sought-after leader across global business forums.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Carolina is deeply committed to giving back. She serves as a Trustee for Age UK and is the founder of a public speaking club dedicated to supporting people's professional development. She is also committed to supporting the future leadership of the travel technology community, evidenced by her role as a judge for many Travel and B2B payments Awards. This dedication is complemented by her belief in personal growth through challenging experiences, including an extended stay at a Nepalese monastery. She is known for her collaborative approach and commitment to continuous learning, qualities she actively promotes to inspire others in the industry.