It is with great sadness that Orgill, Inc. announces the recent passing of its former President and Chairman, Joseph “Joe” Orgill III.
Though he had not been active in Orgill’s day-to-day management for a number of years, Mr. Orgill played a prominent role in the growth of the distribution company. During his more than 60 years in the business, he guided Orgill, Inc.’s transition from a small, regional wholesaler to the largest independently owned hardlines distributor in the world. Just last year, he celebrated with the company as it surpassed $2 billion in annual sales.
The company stated that one of his greatest legacies is leaving a strong, vibrant organization, with a rich heritage and a bright future that is firmly focused on the company’s mission of “helping its customers be successful.”