Blackstone takes controlling stake in Spanx, founder Blakely to stay at helm
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News business : Spanx, the “mission-driven” women’s shapewear brand founded by Sara Blakely in 2000, has announced a "definitive agreement for a majority investment from funds managed by Blackstone”. (#1345974)
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Blackstone : News - FashionNetwork.com United Kingdom
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Sara Blakely Is A Billionaire (Again) After Selling A Majority Of
Spanx founder Sara Blakely sells majority stake in company to
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Blackstone - FashionNetwork.com France
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Spanx, the shapewear brand, valued at $1.2 billion in Blackstone
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Blackstone takes controlling stake in Spanx, founder Blakely to
Blackstone's Deal to Buy a Big Stake in Spanx Was Led Mainly by