The shapewear company Spanx, which distributes undergarments, leggings, swimwear, and maternity wear in more than 50 countries, was founded and is owned by Sara Blakely.

Sara Treleaven Blakely born February 27, 1971

Spanx, the shapewear company founded by Sara Blakely, was first promoted on the shop floor of numerous Neiman Marcus locations.

She is an American businesswoman and philanthropist

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She is the founder of Spanx, an American intimate apparel company with pants and leggings

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Blakely was named in Time magazine as influential people in the world

Blakely is gaining popularity while Spanx is a celebrity favourite. She appeared in "Billions" and served as a guest judge on "Shark Tank."

In 2014, she was listed as the 93rd most powerful woman in the world by Forbes 

Blakely married Jesse Itzler, the co-founder of Marquis Jet

Blakely married Jesse Itzler, the co-founder of Marquis Jet

Richard Branson acted as a mentor to Blakely

Richard Branson acted as a mentor to Blakely 

Blakely was the sole proprietor of the organisation, which was appraised at $1 billion in early 2012.