Garden City University, Bengaluru, invites students, faculty members, and aspiring entrepreneurs to an inspiring session of IGNITE – GCU Expert Talk Series, featuring Ms. Avani Sharma, Chef, Visual Artist, Art Director, and Founder of Karada Spicebox, Bengaluru.
Titled “The Art of Reinvention: Turning Your Passion into a Profession,” the session will explore how creativity, personal interests, and entrepreneurial thinking can be transformed into meaningful professional pursuits. In a rapidly changing world where conventional career paths are continually evolving, the ability to reinvent oneself, identify emerging opportunities, and pursue one’s passion with purpose has become increasingly important.
Drawing on her multidisciplinary experience across culinary arts, visual creativity, and entrepreneurship, Ms. Avani Sharma will share insights into the journey of building a career around one’s interests and talents. The session will encourage participants to think beyond traditional career boundaries, embrace experimentation, and discover innovative ways to combine creativity with professional opportunities.
The talk aims to inspire students to recognise their individual strengths, cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, and develop the confidence to explore unconventional career pathways. It will also highlight the importance of adaptability, perseverance, and continuous learning in translating a personal passion into a sustainable profession.
Join us for an engaging conversation on creativity, courage, and the possibilities that emerge when passion meets purpose.
Speaker: Ms. Avani Sharma
Chef | Visual Artist | Art Director | Founder, Karada Spicebox, Bengaluru
Date: 23 October 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: GCU Auditorium, OMR Campus, Garden City University, Bengaluru
Registration: Scan the QR code on the event poster to register.





