Main equestrian model LeMieux will probably be on the market for over £150m, however will “keep true to its roots” as its founders will stay concerned.

British former Olympic eventer Robert Lemieux and his spouse Lisa will play an “energetic position” within the model they began practically 20 years in the past, which has elevated its annual income from £10m in 2018 to £50m.

The couple began Horse Well being in 2003, and expanded the enterprise till they launched the LeMieux model in 2006, with their very own vary of saddle pads, which they needed to be “modern, well-made however above all, inexpensive”.

In 2022, LeMieux was included within the Sunday Occasions 100, recognised because the 66th fastest-growing firm within the UK, which the corporate described as “not solely a exceptional achievement for the enterprise, but additionally a testomony to our phenomenal group”.

The corporate’s managing director Dan Mahoney advised H&H: “LeMieux was based by Robert and Lisa in 2006 and their unwavering ardour, power, and funding has been instrumental in shaping LeMieux into what it’s right this moment.

“As we glance in direction of the long run, Robert and Lisa will proceed to play an energetic position within the model, guaranteeing that we keep true to our roots, sustaining the essence of what LeMieux represents. As we set our sights on even better horizons, we’re looking for a accomplice with world capabilities, somebody who will help us broaden our attain and join with riders from all corners of the world.”

The corporate employs 150 individuals and operates in 69 international locations.

“Our objective is to grow to be essentially the most thrilling world equestrian model, and with the suitable partnership, we’re assured that we are able to obtain this dream,” Mr Mahoney stated.

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Eleanor is an skilled journalist who spent over eight years working for native and nationwide newspapers earlier than becoming a member of H&H as information editor in March 2016. Obsessed with equine welfare and exposing the reality, Eleanor has reported on all facets of the business, from Brexit to anti-bullying campaigns, and from dressage guidelines to mules. Her sport of selection is showjumping, by which she competes her personal horses, and he or she additionally enjoys reporting at native leaping exhibits by to worldwide championships.