Charm Founders

The Charm Team shares our founder’s commitment to developing and manufacturing diagnostic solutions that prevent chemical and microbial risks and protect our customers’ brands.

Dr. Charm founded Charm Sciences in 1978. Dr. Charm was an inventor and ScD in food engineering with a passion for improving food, water, and environmental safety by creating groundbreaking diagnostic tests and equipment. Shirley Charm complimented Dr. Charm’s ingenuity by building strong relationships domestically and internationally and was dedicated to customer service and satisfaction. Shirley’s business acumen and Dr. Charm’s innovations created a successful company that continues to thrive today.

Dr. Charm and Shirley led the company for over forty years as it grew into an international leader servicing the food industry in over 90 countries. Together, they created a team of dedicated employees that built the Charm brand known for innovation, quality, sensitivity, accuracy, and unparalleled customer service.  Dr. Charm and Shirley leave behind a company and leadership team that continues to serve its customers and industries in its mission.

The Charm Team shares our founder’s commitment to developing and manufacturing diagnostic solutions that prevent chemical and microbial risks and protect our customers’ brands.