Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Alex Manoogian
Masco Corporation
1929–1985
1929–1985
Masco Corporation
1929–1985
1929–1985
- Industry: Fabricated Goods
- Era: 1920
Arriving in the United States with $50 in his pockets, Manoogian went on to found a Fortune 500 company and revolutionize the home furnishing industry. Though Masco had its roots in automobile parts production, Manoogian’s fortune was made with the introduction of the single-lever Delta faucet in 1952. This invention became the foundation for a billion-dollar enterprise and was instrumental in transforming the burgeoning home and building products supply industry.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1901–1996
- Birthplace: Turkey
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business