Hi, I am Tejal Gala. I specialize in design consultancy with extensive experience in retail and event design across multiple international locations including Geneva, Paris, and Mumbai. My work spans independent projects, art summits, and academic roles, combining creative design with marketing and communications expertise. I have a passion for transforming spaces and crafting compelling visual narratives. With a background in education and professional consultancy, I bring a unique blend of practical and theoretical knowledge to my work, helping brands and institutions create meaningful experiences and environments.

Tejal Gala

Hi, I am Tejal Gala. I specialize in design consultancy with extensive experience in retail and event design across multiple international locations including Geneva, Paris, and Mumbai. My work spans independent projects, art summits, and academic roles, combining creative design with marketing and communications expertise. I have a passion for transforming spaces and crafting compelling visual narratives. With a background in education and professional consultancy, I bring a unique blend of practical and theoretical knowledge to my work, helping brands and institutions create meaningful experiences and environments.

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Hi, I am Tejal Gala. I specialize in design consultancy with extensive experience in retail and event design across multiple international locations including Geneva, Paris, and Mumbai. My work spans independent projects, art summits, and academic roles, combining creative design with marketing and communications expertise.

I have a passion for transforming spaces and crafting compelling visual narratives. With a background in education and professional consultancy, I bring a unique blend of practical and theoretical knowledge to my work, helping brands and institutions create meaningful experiences and environments.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Gujarati
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Design Consultant at Independent Projects
August 1, 2019 - Present
Provided design consultancy services for multiple projects including Pink Maharani in Geneva, Unsaid in Paris, and Popley Eternal in Mumbai. Responsibilities focused on creating innovative design solutions tailored to client needs across various cultural contexts.
Marketing, Communications & Event Design at Verbier Art Summit
April 30, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Led marketing, communications, and event design initiatives for the Verbier Art Summit in Geneva, delivering creative and strategic support to enhance event experience and visibility.
Professor (Limited Contract) at MIT-ADT Institute of Design
October 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Taught courses on Retail Design, Visual Merchandising, and Space Transformation. Developed curriculum and guided students in practical and theoretical aspects of design within a diploma program.
Communications & Event Design (Volunteer) at Verbier Art Summit
February 28, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Volunteered to assist with communications and event design for the Verbier Art Summit in Geneva to support the successful delivery of the event.
Design Consultant for Retail Design (Senior Designer) at Walking Tree Design
August 31, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Senior design consultant working on retail design projects, providing leadership in concept development, visual merchandising, and space planning for retail environments.
Independent Artist at Elephant Family Organization
October 31, 2018 - September 5, 2025
Worked as an independent artist contributing creative artwork for projects in Mumbai and London related to conservation and awareness initiatives.
Visual Merchandising (Executive Designer) at Nirav Modi
February 28, 2018 - September 5, 2025
Executed visual merchandising strategies and designed retail displays to enhance customer experience and brand presentation for the luxury jeweler.

Education

Design Research, Writing & Criticism Summer Intensive at School of Visual Arts
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
MA Space and Communication at HEAD-Geneva
September 1, 2019 - July 31, 2021
Diploma in Retail and Exhibition Design at MIT Institute of Design
July 1, 2011 - April 30, 2016
Junior College at R.A. Podar College of Commerce and Economics
July 1, 2009 - April 30, 2011
Secondary School at St. Anthony Girls High School
June 1, 1997 - June 30, 2009

Qualifications

Scholarship by Fondation Hans Wilsdorf
September 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services