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AHPA Honors Sabinsa Founder Dr. Muhammed Majeed Posthumously with Visionary Award

Sabinsa’s Global CEO and Managing Director Shaheen Majeed accepted the award on behalf of the 1,800 families the company employs.

The founder of Sabinsa, Dr. Muhammed Majeed, was posthumously honored by the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) at its annual member meeting in Anaheim, CA on March 4, nearly one year after his passing.

Sabinsa’s Global CEO and Managing Director Shaheen Majeed accepted the 2025 AHPA Visionary Award on his father’s behalf.

In a statement about this award, AHPA wrote: “Dr. Muhammed Majeed was a pioneer in developing standardized herbal extracts from India’s Ayurvedic plants, helping to create a global market for these traditional ingredients. As the founder and leader of the Sami-Sabinsa Group for 36 years, he built it into a leading multinational health and life sciences company, advancing innovation in herbal research and product development. His lasting contributions to the herbal products industry continue to be recognized and celebrated following his passing in 2024.”

“Dr. Majeed’s legacy is a testament to his visionary leadership and transformative impact on the herbal and natural products industry,” said Amber Bennett, AHPA vice president of marketing and engagement. “Through his pioneering work, he not only advanced botanical innovation but also helped bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary health solutions. His unwavering commitment to quality, research, and education left an enduring mark on our industry, and we are honored to recognize his remarkable contributions with this prestigious Visionary Award.”

“Thank you for recognizing my father with this honor, which is especially meaningful knowing how much he respected and appreciated AHPA,” Shaheen said. “Dr. Majeed built over 14 different locations across the world, and there are 1,800 families that we support with employment. On behalf of all of them, I accept this award. His remarkable legacy continues to inspire us all, and we will ensure that his work lives on with future generations.”

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