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Marcelle LeBlanc
Owner of Velvet Box
Marcelle LeBlanc is the owner and founder of The Velvet Box, a chain of upscale lingerie and novelty boutiques in the Fort Worth-Dallas area.12 She started her career in the adult business in 1998, working various roles before eventually owning her retail stores.4
The Velvet Box offers a safe and warm environment for customers to explore sexual health and wellness products.3 LeBlanc's business model focuses on providing an upscale environment, product experts, and superior customer service.4 The stores offer a curated mix of lingerie, books, games, adult toys, massage oils, lubricants, condoms, and bath items.5
Key aspects of Marcelle LeBlanc's career and business:
- Founded The Velvet Box in September 20093
- Expanded to five stores in the Fort Worth-Dallas area1
- Implemented "Velvet Box University" to train staff on various aspects of sexual health and wellness2
- Offers virtual classes on topics such as talking to kids about sex and intimacy after cancer1
- Focuses on developing people and leadership within her organization2
- Member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) and served as the Fort Worth Chapter's president1
Outside of her business, LeBlanc is passionate about horses and participates in cutting horse competitions.14
LeBlanc holds a Bachelor's degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.3
