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International Businessman Gome Gomez’s Covid-19 Virtual Fundraiser Helped Prepare Healthcare Personnel In Mexico

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5 years ago

October 8, 2020

In May, Guadalajara, Mexico-based businessman, Gome Gomez, hosted a private virtual fundraiser to secure indispensable personal protective equipment for frontline healthcare workers in his home state of Jalisco. Gomez, who holds leadership positions within various companies, understood the importance of helping protect medical personnel so they could safeguard public health. Local business executives Francisco Padilla and Roberto Romero aided Gomez with key activities in organizing the event. Gerardo Zamora, a Mexican talent manager, helped coordinate several artist performances. Their efforts helped ensure safer working environments in various clinics and hospitals.

The charity event entailed DJ sets by talented performers from around the world: Diplo, Ten Walls, Sharam Jey, and Iñigo Vontier, among other artists. Attendees were asked to contribute $40 or more towards the Ahora Te Cuido Yo (Now I Look After You) NGO. Gomez offered to cover the cost for potential attendees who could not donate at the time due to the pandemic. For weeks following the event, the donation link remained live, and the event raised a total of more than $35,000 for the initiative.

“Despite the pandemic being a global problem that stresses resources everywhere, we had guests from around the world, ranging from LA to Qatar, donating to help healthcare workers in Mexico. I was touched by the generosity of so many friends and acquaintances.”

Gomez asked Ahora Te Cuido Yo, the organization in charge of purchasing the medical gear and delivering it to the different public hospitals, that his personal donation of $10,000 go to help the secluded Native American area in the Northern part of Jalisco, which is one of the few places in México where the Wixárika people reside. Wixaritari is known in Mexico and abroad for producing intricate artistic depictions of their worldview using beadwork, yarn, and other mediums. Gomez’s family has a history of working with and supporting this ethnic group, both through Arte Kuu and through Fundación Wérika, two organizations started by Gomez’s mother, Martha Collignon.

After the Secretary of Health Jalisco, in coordination with Ahora Te Cuido Yo, dispersed the grant to vulnerable regions of the state, including the Wixárika communities in the North, the positive impact of Gomez’s fundraising did not go unnoticed. This month, Dr. Guillermo Islahuaca, the General Director of the Sanitation Region 1 Colotlán of the state of Jalisco, reached out to thank Gomez to represent the Wixárika villages that received aid. In an official letter, Gomez was thanked for the medical equipment that maintained healthcare workers’ safety while serving 853 COVID-19 patients across 28 rural clinics thus far.

Gomez’s selfless act helped medical staff respond quickly to patient surges. However, he does not plan to stop contributing to public health causes:

“Region 1 Sanitaria Colotlán has been proactive in working closely with the community. It serves to mitigate the virus’s spread and provide acute medical care for individuals who have already contracted the disease. Recently, they airlifted an 82-year-old woman with COVID out of this remote area to get treatment at a larger hospital. She thankfully made a quick recovery! I will personally continue supporting Dr. Islahuaca, Dr. Itzel Aguilar (founder of Ahora te Cuido Yo), and others who are doing their part in the COVID-19 battle. For now, I am told that Región 1 Sanitaria Colotlán feels well equipped regarding protective gear as we go into the colder months.”

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Office Logix Shop Transforms the Refurbished Office Furniture World

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1 day ago

June 11, 2025

Michelle Langton

Photo Courtesy of Office Logix Shop

Office Logix Shop, founded in 2015 by Obada Mzaik and Kamal Haykal, grew from a garage-based startup into a major force in the refurbished office furniture market. The company runs a showroom in Lewis Center, Ohio, and operates a 60,000-square-foot warehouse, showing its rapid expansion. The demand for sustainable office furniture has propelled its growth in today’s environmentally aware market.

“We started this business with a dream to create comfortable, productive workspaces for everyone,” says Obada Mzaik, co-owner and COO of Office Logix Shop. “Our garage operation has transformed into a full-scale business, showing our dedication to excellence.”

Custom Designs Transform Office Comfort

Office Logix Shop has created specialized accessories, focusing on headrests for various chair models. The company earned a patent for one of its headrest designs and is pursuing more patents.

“We excel beyond refurbishment,” Mzaik explains. “Our product line includes headrest accessories and high-quality chair parts, which we engineered for superior ergonomic support and lasting performance.”

Office Logix Shop created the first headrest for the Mirra 2 and Embody, as well as the Leap V2 Headrests. Customers and industry experts have praised its ergonomic designs, valuing its products’ blend of comfort and durability.

Market Success: A $6.5 Million Growth Story

Office Logix Shop generates annual revenue of $6.5 million, with a yearly growth rate of 35%. The company served over 12,000 customers in the past year, specializing in refurbishing premium brand chairs like Herman Miller and Steelcase. Its bestsellers include the Leap V2 Headrest, Embody Headrest, seat mesh for Aeron chairs (Size B and C), and refurbished Classic Aeron and Leap V2 chairs.

“Our competitive prices and quality standards make us stand out,” Kamal Haykal, co-owner and CEO of Office Logix Shop, states. “We provide complete solutions in the market, offering premium refurbished office furniture and original products.” Its attention to detail has built a loyal customer base across the United States, with repeat customers driving its growth.

Customer Power: Redefining Furniture Service

Office Logix Shop solves customer challenges through premium refurbished products at lower prices than new items. It stocks a complete inventory of chair parts for refurbishment and creates tutorial videos to help small refurbishers and customers repair their chairs. “Office Logix Shop transforms workspaces, one chair at a time,” Mzaik states.

Its customer support extends beyond sales. It offers a 30-day return policy and a hands-on showroom experience where customers test and compare different products. The company’s repair guides help businesses and individuals maintain their office furniture investments, building a community of skilled customers.

Future Path: Creating Original Designs

Office Logix Shop is expanding its presence in the high-end office furniture space by continuing to grow its line of signature ergonomic chairs. “We want to keep building on what we’ve started,” says Mzaik. “With our current models, the Nova and the Midan, we’re already offering premium comfort and design at a more accessible price point. Now we’re planning to expand even further, creating more ergonomic seating solutions that are not only high-end but also affordable for everyone.”

The company aims to evolve from a refurbished office furniture specialist to becoming a manufacturer. Office Logix Shop continues to adapt and create, strengthening its position in the office furniture market while prioritizing sustainability and customer satisfaction. Its next phase will bring new products that reflect its competence in ergonomics and sustainability.