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Angel finance

Business angels, either on their own or as part of an angel network or syndicate, provide business funding in return for equity, but can also provide valuable experience and guidance to a growing business. This section provides insight into securing angel investment.

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Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 4

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 4

A marking tool for DIY was the only business to secure funding this week, while Deborah Meaden suffered through her “most frustrating ever pitch”……

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 3

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 3

Nick Jenkins tucked in to some traditional pub grub this week while four of the five Dragons decided an upcoming fashion brand was 'on trend'...…

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 2

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 2

Success for a former singer who had "the key and the secret" to unlocking investment, while a self-assured foodie entrepreneur's pitch got the chop...…

Dragons’ Den: Sarah Willingham

Dragons’ Den: Sarah Willingham

The restaurateur turned an ailing Indian restaurant chain into the most successful in the country, now she’s looking to do the same in the Den...…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Nick Jenkins

Dragons’ Den: Nick Jenkins

The multimillionaire Moonpig founder has backed six very different businesses during his one series in the den including Double, Slappie and Masons beans…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Touker Suleyman

Dragons’ Den: Touker Suleyman

Owner of Hawes & Curtis and Ghost, the millionaire retail tycoon recently judged the Startups Awards and is back on your TV screens for Series 14……

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Peter Jones CBE

Dragons’ Den: Peter Jones CBE

The last remaining original Dragon, Jessops chief executive Jones has backed a number of successful start-ups from Levi Roots to Worthenshaw’s…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Deborah Meaden

Dragons’ Den: Deborah Meaden

The longest-serving female dragon, hospitality mogul Meaden has made many successful Den investments – even while waltzing away on another TV show…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Duncan Bannatyne OBE

Dragons’ Den: Duncan Bannatyne OBE

The longest serving Dragon after Peter Jones, the health club magnate’s diverse den portfolio includes RKA Records and The Wand Company……

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Piers Linney

Dragons’ Den: Piers Linney

The co-CEO of Outsourcery invested in eight companies during his time on the show including the hugely successful Lost My Name…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Kelly Hoppen MBE

Dragons’ Den: Kelly Hoppen MBE

The influential design entrepreneur was only a Dragon for two years but found success backing three start-ups from tanning lotions to phone repairs…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Theo Paphitis

Dragons’ Den: Theo Paphitis

The retail magnate and former Millwall chairman made his millions from lingerie, homeware and stationery. As a dragon, he made 45 investments...…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Hilary Devey CBE

Dragons’ Den: Hilary Devey CBE

Founder of £100m freight distribution company Pall-Ex, Devey’s investment in the Den included hair range Shampooheads and bedding start-up Duvalay…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: James Caan CBE

Dragons’ Den: James Caan CBE

The recruitment entrepreneur and private equity fund owner left in 2010. He’s since been involved with Start Up Loans and received a title from the Queen…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Richard Farleigh

Dragons’ Den: Richard Farleigh

A serial investor on-and-off TV, Farleigh’s background spans hedge funds, technology, and even private member’s clubs……

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Rachel Elnaugh

Dragons’ Den: Rachel Elnaugh

The Red Letter Days founder was only a Dragon for a year but caused quite a stir. She’s since bounced back to become an author and metaphysical expert…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Simon Woodroffe OBE

Dragons’ Den: Simon Woodroffe OBE

The YO! Sushi founder was an investor in series one and failed to make any investments. He has since sold his controlling stake in YO! and started a hotel…

In Success stories

Dragons’ Den: Series 14, Episode 1

The series return saw mixed reactions for two family businesses, writing on the wall for a stationery start-up, and it was bottom's up for a gin company…

How to find angel investors for your start-up business

How to find angel investors for your start-up business

CEO of the UKBAA, Jenny Tooth OBE is an expert on equity finance. Here, Tooth offers an introductory guide to securing angel investment...…

Dragons’ Den: Series 13, Episode 15

Dragons’ Den: Series 13, Episode 15

The series finale saw just one investment for a second hand sale franchise, while an ice cream start-up and back garden football venture failed to score…

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