Name:
Michelle Parenteau
Title:
Owner
Business Name:
Michelle Lee Designs
Website URL:
www.michelleleedesigns.com
Instagram:
@michelleleedesigns
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/michelle-lee-parenteau
Boston Business Women Membership:
Over a year
Location:
Rhode Island
About Her Company:
Michelle is a commercial and residential interior designer whose work has been featured nationally. She founded Michelle Lee Designs in 2004 to balance being a mother of twins with building her career. She began in visual merchandising with Macy’s and Filene’s and has since grown her business one client at a time, creating transformative and personalized spaces across the country.
Definition of Success:
Consistency in her work and growing her clientele. Michelle’s children consider her extremely successful, and she believes there is always room for growth with every new project.
Most Transformational Moment as an Entrepreneur:
March 2021, when her first billboard went up—a dream come true.
Biggest Challenge in Business:
Navigating a divorce while continuing to focus on projects and professional growth. This period marked a personal and professional transformation that made her unstoppable.
Handling Harder Days:
She rejuvenates by visiting the beach, breathing in the salty air, and reflecting by the ocean.
Impact of Boston Business Women Inner Circle Membership:
Michelle appreciates seeing other successful female entrepreneurs and gaining inspiration from the community.
Most Proud Moment in Career:
Being chosen nationwide as Sherwin Williams’ June Designer of the Month in 2022.
About the Woman Behind the Business:
Mother of three and dog mom to Lola, a Siberian Husky. Michelle is a dedicated artist who paints custom artwork for clients. She values her family and spends her free time with her boyfriend, shopping, and gardening.
What Makes Her Stand Out:
Michelle listens to her clients and empowers them to embrace color and creativity. She is an out-of-the-box designer, constantly pushing the envelope to deliver unique and personalized spaces.
Where to Keep Up With Michelle:
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Instagram & Facebook: @michelleleedesigns
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Featured in New England Living Magazine