Having held significant positions such as Professor at the Colleges of Deaign , Sharmila has played a pivotal role in curriculum development and academic leadership. She actively bridges the gap between academia and the industry, regularly inviting design professionals for guest lectures and collaborative projects. Her own practice as a researcher and designer adds real-world relevance to her teaching, keeping students attuned to current trends and innovations in design.
An alumna of the prestigious National Institute of Design with a Master's in Textile Design, Sharmila is known for integrating traditional craftsmanship with contemporary methodologies. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary learning and holistic education, ensuring students are equipped not just with skills but with vision and purpose. Her leadership has significantly enhanced faculty management, accreditation processes, and strategic academic planning.
Through her venture Destiny Crafters, Sharmila brings her passion for design, education, and mentorship into the world of career counselling. With prior counselling experience and a profound understanding of creative disciplines, she aims to help students discover their unique paths, whether in design or other fields. Her vision is to empower young minds with clarity, creativity, and confidence as they craft their own destinies.
Serving a wide spectrum of professions, Destiny Crafters has a special affinity for students in creative and design-focused fields like fine arts, architecture, and communication design,Interaction design ,product design, textile design, exhi otion design, photography and many more, while also supporting students in all academic and professional disciplines. With certified experts from psychology, education, and industry backgrounds, the platform is equipped to address not just academic and career choices, but also the emotional and psychological well-being of individuals, making it a truly comprehensive support system.
The core goal of Destiny Crafters is empowerment through clarity. It is about helping clients uncover their inner potential, align their values with career decisions, and build confidence in navigating a path that's not only practical but fulfilling. From crafting resumes to mastering interviews, from choosing the right college to mapping out a career pivot, individuals receive not just advice but actionable strategies tailored to their personal journeys.
Looking ahead, Destiny Crafters envisions a future where impactful counselling meets technology and community. Plans include building a hybrid model of in-person and digital mentorship, launching AI-based tools for career discovery, and forming strong academic and corporate partnerships. The long-term mission isn’t just to help people find jobs. It’s to ignite meaningful careers, foster personal growth, and create a global community of individuals who feel truly aligned with the work they do.
