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Sara Blakely

Entrepreneur

Born 1971

Biography

Sara Blakely, born on February 27, 1971, in Clearwater, Florida, is the founder of Spanx, the renowned shapewear company. In 2000, Blakely launched Spanx with $5,000 in savings, revolutionizing the undergarment industry with her innovative hosiery design that featured no seams. By 2012, Forbes listed her as the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Notably, Blakely also appeared on the reality TV series Shark Tank as a guest investor. In 2013, she was named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the world. Blakely's entrepreneurial journey is marked by her determination to create comfortable, effective shapewear, which has garnered widespread acclaim and success.

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Born February 27, 1971

Birthplace Clearwater, Florida, USA

Nationality American

Education Bachelor of Arts in Communication

School Florida State University

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