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Dragons' Den

Britain is failing thousands of young people, says Peter Jones

2012-02-07 11:45 - 243 reads

The education system is failing to equip young people with the skills required to succeed in the workplace, says Dragons' Den judge Peter Jones.

Dragons' Den judge bids for Blacks Leisure

2012-01-06 10:22 - 462 reads

Dragons' Den star Peter Jones has launched a bid for outdoor clothing retailer Blacks Leisure.

A Shark's tale: The King of Infomercials on how he made millions

2011-12-02 09:49 - 1478 reads - 1 comment

Kevin Harrington, founder of TVGoods, discusses generating £500m in sales from infomercials, expanding into the UK and his time on Shark Tank, the US equivalent of Dragons' Den.

Deborah Meaden: Small businesses will get us out of the economic doldrums

2011-10-21 09:41 - 2363 reads - 3 comments

The Dragons' Den star discusses a scheme offering small firms free newspaper advertising.

Teen businessmen win Dragon investment but give away 79% equity

2011-09-20 13:46 - 912 reads

After securing investment from Duncan Bannatyne, one of the founders of RKA Records tells BusinessZone that young entrepreneurs should follow their business passions.

Video exclusive - James Caan: 'The government is a friend of business'

2011-09-09 09:05 - 2322 reads - 1 comment

James Caan discusses how the government is supporting small businesses and reveals what he thinks of Hilary Devey, who replaced him on Dragons' Den.

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Dragons' Den review: When fishing for investment, ensure you have the right bait

2011-09-05 09:10 - 1703 reads

Carly Ward, founder of Young Entrepreneur Society, reviews the latest episode of Dragons' Den.

Rico Mexican Kitchen secures six-figure investment after Dragons' Den rejection

2011-08-24 09:00 - 1987 reads - 1 comment

The founder of Rico Mexican Kitchen, who failed to secure investment on this week's Dragons' Den, has received funding worth more than she pitched for on the BBC TV show.

Exclusive: Peter Jones talks new blood on Dragons' Den, the next Twitter and exits

2011-08-17 09:29 - 4661 reads - 3 comments

An exclusive and in-depth interview with Dragons' Den judge Peter Jones.

Exclusive: Peter Jones hints at another new panellist for Dragons' Den

2011-08-16 09:13 - 1499 reads

Serial entrepreneur Peter Jones has described the newest Dragon to enter the Den as a breath of fresh air adding that he's hopeful for a further refresh in the panel's line up for series 10.

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