Funda Şarkgüneşi

She began her professional career in 1986 and worked in the accounting departments of various institutions. She most recently retired from the Italian company Kappa.

Her passion for folk dances, which began during her middle school years, continued throughout her professional life. She took part as a dancer in many performances and festivals both in Türkiye and abroad.

She joined the Private Nilay Ballet Course family as a student parent in the 2005–2006 academic year. Since 2013, she has been serving as a coordinator and continues to hold this position today.