41. Lazarus Mobility

Founder: Stephen Collins
Website: www.lazarusmobility.com

Stephen, who was born with cerebral palsy, says getting funding for his company was a nightmare. He sells equipment for disabled people which he personally tests and rates. Stephen started the business because he was tired of using products designed by able-bodied people that were both inadequate and expensive.

His mission now is to provide an impressive range of equipment to allow those with disabilities to live their lives as independently as possible. After impressing Duncan Bannatyne when they met at an award ceremony, he now the Dragon to call on for advice.