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Farouk R. Shami II
Farouk Systems, Inc. announces Farouk R. Shami II as vice president of operations, continuing the legacy of one this family owned business. Both Dr. Farouk Shami, founder and chairman (and proud grandfather) and Rami Shami, CEO, (father) have served as mentors and teachers to Farouk R. Shami II, who learned at a young age the history, the dedication, and the successes of Farouk Systems, Inc.
“From a boy, I attended hair shows passing out samples and meeting hairdressers from around the world," Farouk R. Shami II, says. "I have grown to love this industry. I admire my father and grandfather for their wisdom and sharing nature that has allowed me an opportunity of a lifetime.”
Besides working company-sponsored beauty shows and classes since he was a child, Farouk R. Shami II attended both Lone Star College and the University of Houston where he studied management and marketing. When his studies were completed, he joined the company in 2009. He started with the Customer Service Department to learn and understand the needs of the brand’s worldwide customer base. He continued on to other departments in order to gain insight into the daily operations of the company, including working next to his grandfather, Dr. Shami, in the laboratories to help formulate new products.
“It has been one of my proudest moments to watch and observe how my grandson has taken the family business as his future path in life," says Dr. Farouk Shami. "Both my son Rami and I look forward to working with him and wish him all of the success in the world.”
About Farouk Systems, Inc.:
Farouk Systems, Inc. is a Houston based company of hairdressers for hairdressers. They manufacture high quality professional hair care products, including industry-leading brands CHI and BioSilk. Farouk Systems 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 distributes its products throughout the United States and to over 144 countries worldwide.
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