16.04.2026 21:15
Süleyman Orakçıoğlu, Chairman of the Board of Orka Holding, who attended the Leadworld Business and Economy Forum, stated that the collaborations carried out with the national team are of great importance for the brand, saying, "The national team is our apple of the eye. We want them to be talked about on the world stage not only for their games but also for their elegance."
At the LeadWorld Executive Business Forum 2026, which brings together Turkey's top leaders in economy, trade, energy, finance, and business, the Haberler.com team conducted an exclusive interview with Süleyman Orakçıoğlu, Chairman of the Board of Orka Holding. Orakçıoğlu made notable statements ranging from collaborations with the national team to global markets, and from sports investments to international demands.
STRONG COLLABORATION WITH THE NATIONAL TEAM AND WORLD CUP TARGET
Süleyman Orakçıoğlu, Chairman of the Board of Orka Holding, speaking at the Leadworld Business and Economy Forum, stated that the collaborations carried out with the national team are of great importance to them.
Orakçıoğlu expressed his confidence in Turkish football, saying, "The national team is our pride and joy. There is an incredible generation, and they will achieve significant successes in the World Cup."
Orakçıoğlu stated that they have prepared special collections for the national team with the Damat Tween and D'S Damat brands, opened a store for this collection at their facilities in Riva, and aim to further advance this collaboration.
Orakçıoğlu noted that they want the national team players to stand out not only with their on-field performance but also with their style, saying, "We want them to be talked about on the world stage for their ultra-elegance as well."
NOTABLE OFFER FROM THE PARAGUAY NATIONAL TEAM
While highlighting the importance of market diversity, Orakçıoğlu also shared a notable development. He stated that they have connections with Paraguay, one of the teams Turkey will face in the World Cup, and mentioned that they have stores in that country.
Orakçıoğlu revealed that they received a special request from the Paraguay National Team, saying, "The Paraguay National Team also expressed their desire to wear Damat Tween when participating in the World Cup. Our work in this direction continues."
It was noted that this development is significant in demonstrating the influence of Turkish brands in the international arena.
SPORTS AND YOUTH INVESTMENT, GLOBAL GROWTH STRATEGY
Orakçıoğlu stated that they support not only football but also different sports branches, emphasizing the importance of investments in young athletes. He mentioned that they support successful athletes in branches like taekwondo and highlighted the positive effects of sports on youth.
Orakçıoğlu noted that their brands operate in different markets worldwide and that this diversity provides a significant advantage during crisis periods, expressing that their global growth strategy continues.
In these assessments made within the scope of the Leadworld Business and Economy Forum, Orakçıoğlu emphasized that they aim to position Turkish brands more strongly on the world stage through both national team collaborations and international expansions.