Jul
Prime Feature
From Rejection to Reinvention: Shilpa Sharda’s Blueprint for Change in Music Leadership
Mumbai, 4th July 2025: Shilpa Sharda has made a space for herself in the industry and how! As a Director at Believe Artists, one of the world’s leading digital music companies, Shilpa stands out as a female voice in executive leadership — and more importantly, as a transformative one.
Recently invited to the TEDx stage, Shilpa shared a deeply personal story of rejection, resilience, and reinvention. She spoke candidly about the stereotypes she faced — being called “too emotional” for leadership, being overlooked in rooms where decisions were made, and being underestimated in an industry slow to accept women in power.
“Empathy isn’t my weakness – it’s my leadership edge,” she said during her talk. “It’s what allows me to build real trust with artists and create systems where they can grow.”
Watch her TEDx talk here:
In her current role, Shilpa has been a key driver in developing and championing breakthrough talent that’s redefining the Indian music landscape – including Sanju Rathod, Farhan Khan, Cheema Y & many others. These artists represent diverse regions, sounds, and social narratives and Shilpa has been instrumental in shaping their journey, not just as music professionals, but as cultural voices.
Her commitment to artist development, long-term growth, and authenticity has enabled emerging talent to transcend conventional boundaries—fostering strategic collaborations with platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, and Netflix, and redefining success within India’s independent music landscape. Her journey is more than a story of success. It’s a blueprint for change.
