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Industry Mentors

Industry Mentorship at INSD

Industry mentors at INSD Kolkata are active professionals who bring real-world perspective into the learning environment. Their involvement ensures that education remains aligned with current industry practices, expectations, and professional standards. Mentorship is integrated through select academic touchpoints rather than classroom-heavy instruction.

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Neha Lulla

Jewellery Designer
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Olivier Nicolay

Former President, Chanel UK
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Payal Singhal

Founder, Payal Singhal Fashion House
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Shalini Passi

Founder Art Foundation & MASH
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Yogesh Chaudary

Director, Jaipur Rugs
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Aparajita Toor

Founder, Aparajita Toor Footwear.
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Azad Adham

Global Brand Director, BALENCIAGA
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Bhavana Jasra

Owner,First Impression
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Biren Vaidya

MD, Rose Group
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Neha Lulla

Jewellery Designer

Industry Engagement at INSD Kolkata

The engagement of industry mentors at INSD Kolkata reflects the institute’s commitment to maintaining close alignment with professional practice. Through regular interaction with working designers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, students gain exposure to current workflows, professional expectations, and evolving design trends. This engagement ensures that learning remains connected to real-world practice and grounded in the realities of the design industry.

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International Academic Partners

INSD Kolkata maintains academic collaborations with reputed international institutions known for their focus on design, business, and creative education. These include:

  • College de Paris
  • International Business School of Washington
  • International Business School of Washington
  • École Supérieure de Relooking
  • ESG Paris

International Academic Exposure

Through these global academic collaborations, students at INSD Kolkata have the opportunity to participate in international academic exposure programmes, including short-term study modules conducted at partner institutions abroad. These experiences allow students to engage with international faculty, understand global design perspectives, and experience academic environments beyond their home country, contributing to creative growth and global awareness.

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