Tariq Sheikh receives award from Prince Philipp
MNP – In a prestigious ceremony held at the historic House of Lords within Westminster Palace, Tariq Sheikh, a pioneering force in the halal meat industry, received the esteemed Avicenna Medal.
The award was presented by His Highness Prince Philipp of Liechtenstein, with Princess Isabel also in attendance, recognizing Sheikh’s unparalleled contributions to revolutionizing the halal sector and his unwavering commitment to philanthropy.
Tariq Sheikh’s journey is a testament to vision and perseverance. Born in Pakistan in 1961 and moving to the United Kingdom at the age of four, he began his career in the fast-food industry.
Demonstrating exceptional leadership abilities, he became an area manager by the age of 19. In his thirties, he founded Tariq Halal Meat with a mission to redefine the traditional halal butcher shop. His innovative approach introduced upscale retail experiences characterized by modern aesthetics, stringent hygiene standards, and cutting-edge technology.
Under his leadership, Tariq Halal Meat has expanded into a network of over 30 stores, providing high-quality halal meat to retailers, wholesalers, and franchise stores across the UK and Europe.
The brand’s presence in over 300 Sainsbury’s stores and its expansion into the United Arab Emirates highlight his commitment to making premium halal meat accessible worldwide.
Beyond his business achievements, Tariq Sheikh is a passionate philanthropist. He actively supports organizations such as the Prince of Wales’s British Asian Trust, the British Heart Foundation, and the Cancer Foundation.
