Michel Leclercq
Michel Leclercq (born 1938/39) is a French billionaire businessman. He is the founder and 40% owner of Decathlon, the world's largest sporting goods retailer.
Michel Leclercq | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1938/1939 (age 80–81)[1] |
| Nationality | French |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder and 40% owner of Decathlon |
| Net worth | US$5.1 billion (December 2017)[1] |
| Spouse(s) | Marie-Claude Leclercq |
| Children | 4, including Olivier Leclercq |
| Relatives | Gérard Mulliez (cousin) |
Early life
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
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
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]
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References
- "Michel Leclercq". Forbes. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- "Board of Directors". fondationdecathlon. Retrieved 8 November 2015.
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