Marcel Michelin
1886–1945 (age 59)
Biography
Marcel Michelin built on the family firm’s pursuit of innovation, guiding Michelin through the interwar years with a steady hand and an eye for research that strengthened its reputation worldwide. He upheld the quality and craftsmanship that made the company a pioneer of automotive travel.
He also nurtured the social fabric of the enterprise, supporting housing, schools, and welfare programs for employees so that care for workers remained a central part of the business, leaving a legacy of responsible leadership.