Carmel, George (1893-1955)

Dates

• Existence: 1893-1955

Biography

George Carmel was born in Poland in 1893. As a boy in Poland, Carmel served as a tailor's apprentice. In 1905, Carmel immigrated to the US at age 11. He began his designing career in 1916, teaming up with his four brothers to form Carmel Bros. Carmel enlisted his two sons to form George Carmel, Inc. in 1950. It was a short-lived venture, however; the business was liquidated three years later due to Carmel's failing health. His sons reestablished the firm in 1954 with Carmel serving as an advisor. Carmel served as a board member of the governors of the Industrial Council of Cloak, Suit and Skirt Manufacturers, Inc. from 1929 to 1953. George Carmel passed away in 1955.

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