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City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Celebration Gala Delivers Unforgettable Evening for Dr. Farouk Shami The City of Hope’s highly anticipated Spirit of Life Celebration gala honoring Dr. Farouk Shami, chairman and founder of Farouk Systems, Inc., invited hundreds of esteemed beauty industry leaders to an enchanting evening of philanthropy, entertainment, and inspiration. Held at the Zouk Nightclub in Resorts World in
Las Vegas, Nevada, the fundraising event showcased the unwavering spirit and commitment of the beauty
community to support groundbreaking research and compassionate patient care at City of Hope; this National
Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center is dedicated to preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases. The gala witnessed the presentation
City of Hope’s Spirit of Life
resonated with the audience, further
to beauty industry visionary and
attendees to engage in meaningful
of the beauty industry towards the
of the prestigious Spirit of Life Award philanthropist, Dr. Farouk Shami. Recognized for his outstanding
contributions to the beauty industry and his unwavering commitment to
philanthropy over the last 35 years, Dr. Shami’s acceptance speech moved the audience, underscoring the
importance of giving back and making a difference in the lives of others.
discussions, foster connections, and celebrate the remarkable
achievements of the beauty industry. With beauty industry leaders from
across the globe in attendance, the event served as a testament to the
collective impact that can be made
when like-minded individuals come together for a common purpose.
Dr. Shami expressed his admiration for
A highlight of the evening was
“City of Hope’s dedication to research
country pop singer-songwriter Jesse
the Spirit of Life Celebration, stating, and care aligns with the beauty
industry’s values of empowerment and transformation. It is an honor to be part of this philanthropic endeavor.” 52
Celebration provided a platform for
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a mesmerizing performance by
James Decker. Her captivating stage presence and soulful voice filled the room, creating an atmosphere that
had guests enthralled throughout the
night. Decker’s powerful performance
reinforcing the unity and dedication cause.
“This event shows the extraordinary power of unity and collaboration
within the beauty industry,” said Dr. Shami. “We are immensely grateful to the attendees, sponsors, and
supporters who have joined hands to make this evening a success.
Together, we are making an impact on the lives of patients in need.” Dr. Shami demonstrated his
philanthropic spirit by generously donating $1 million dollars-worth of CHI Power Plus products and
pledging 10% of the profits from future sales of those haircare
products. His commitment extends
