Dr. Farouk Shami Receives COVID-19 Heroes Humanitarian Award

The Latino Learning Center recognizes Houston leaders for remarkable efforts during the pandemic

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Nov 03, 2021, 08:36 ET

HOUSTON, Nov. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Farouk Shami, Founder and Chairman of Farouk Systems, Inc., was recently honored with a COVID-19 Heroes Humanitarian Award from the Latino Learning Center, a non-profit organization that recognized leaders, business executives, and government officials for its philanthropic work in Houston during the pandemic.

"Our company takes great pride in helping fellow Americans during times of need," said Dr. Shami, who served as chair of the event held at Hotel ZaZa. "Farouk Systems is pleased to be honored by the Latino Learning Center for its efforts."

From left to right: Mitchell Contreras, Chairman of the Latino Learning Center, Steven Retzloff, President and CEO of Allegiance Bank, and Rodolfo Gonzalez, President and CEO of the Latino Learning Center

Dr. Shami was among the honorees for suppling Americans with products to protect themselves against the virus, which included hand sanitizer and a full line of anti-bacterial products with organic aloe vera for hands, body, and hair. He then donated $17.5 million dollars-worth of products to cities, first responders, medical personnel, homeless shelters, schools, food banks, among others throughout the pandemic.

"In the most diverse community in America, we are bonded by a shared industrious spirit and a pragmatic optimism to get through challenges together," said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo. "Grateful to the Latino Learning Center for the opportunity to recognize some of the heroes who are working to save lives during this pandemic."

At the luncheon, Dr. Shami highlighted the importance of compassion and commitment to social responsibility.

"Giving back to the community isn't a one-time event; true service extends well beyond a single disaster," said Dr. Shami. "It's truly part of our passion."

About Farouk Systems, Inc.:
Farouk Systems, Inc. is a Houston-based company of hairdressers for hairdressers. It manufactures high-quality professional hair care products, including industry-leading brands CHI® and BioSilk®. Farouk Systems, Inc. was founded in 1986 by Dr. Farouk Shami, a hairdresser whose mission is to provide the professional beauty industry with the most advanced American technology based upon "Education, Environment, and Ethics". Farouk Systems, Inc. distributes its products throughout the United States and to over 150 countries worldwide. Please visit our website at www.farouk.com and like us on facebook.com/farouksystems.

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