Private company

Oreck

American businessman (1923–2023)

David Irving Oreck (September 17, 1923 – February 15, 2023) was an American entrepreneur, business salesman, and speaker. He founded Oreck Corporation, manufacturers of vacuum cleaners and air purifiers, and was known for his appearances in its television commercials.2 It is part of Techtronic Industries.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 20, 2026.

Overview

1963Founded1

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David Irving Oreck (September 17, 1923 – February 15, 2023) was an American entrepreneur, business salesman, and speaker. He founded Oreck Corporation, manufacturers of vacuum cleaners and air purifiers, and was known for his appearances in its television commercials.2

Corporate structure

Oreck is part of a group headed by Techtronic Industries. 11 entities, 4 countries on record. Switch between the flow chart and the network, and select any entity to see its details.

Built from subsidiaries, stakes and holdings from Wikidata (CC0); major holders from Schedules 13D and 13G. Each entity in the chart links to its source.

Leadership

Who has led Oreck, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.

Products and brands

  • vacuum cleaner

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Subsidiaries and ownership

Parent company

Former owners and parents

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Timeline

  1. 2013Acquired Acquired by Techtronic Industries1
  2. 2003Acquired Acquired by American Securities1
  3. 1963Founded Founded1

Sources

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