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 (born 1938/39) is a French businessman best known as the founder of Decathlon, one of the world’s largest sporting goods retailers.
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]
References
- ^ a b c d e f "Michel Leclercq". Forbes. Retrieved 16 December 2017.
- ^ "Board of Directors". fondationdecathlon. Retrieved 8 November 2015.