Michel Leclercq
Michel Leclercq | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1938 or 1939 (age 85–86)[1] |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder and 40% owner of Decathlon |
| Spouse | Marie-Claude Leclercq |
| Children | 4, including Olivier Leclercq |
| Relatives | Gérard Mulliez (cousin) |
Michael Leclercq is a French entrepreneur and businessman best known as the founder of Decathlon, one of the world’s largest sporting goods retailers. Established in 1976, Decathlon has revolutionized the sporting goods industry with its unique business model, emphasizing accessibility, innovation, and affordability. Leclercq’s vision for Decathlon was to make sports products available to everyone, regardless of their skill level or budget.
Early life
[edit]Leclercq was born in France.[1] His cousin, Gérard Mulliez, is the founder of the Auchan supermarket chain, and owns 40% of Decathlon.[1]
Career
[edit]Leclercq founded Decathlon, a sporting goods retailer, in 1976.[1]
As of December 2017, Forbes estimated his net worth at US$5.1 billion.[1]
Personal life
[edit]He is married with four children, and lives in Lille, France.[1]
His wife, Marie-Claude Leclercq, is a psychotherapist, and represents the family on the council of the Decathlon Foundation, started in 2005.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f "Michel Leclercq". Forbes. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- ^ "Board of Directors". fondationdecathlon. Retrieved 8 November 2015.