The highly anticipated return of Dragons’ Den for its 2024 series promises to deliver excitement and investment opportunities like never before. The multi-millionaire Dragons are gearing up to invest in the most promising pitches, making it a must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs and fans alike.
This year, Dragons’ Den welcomes two impressive Guest Dragons to the den: football icon Gary Neville and fashion mogul Emma Grede. Their invaluable insights and financial prowess are sure to add a new dynamic to the BBC One primetime show.
Since series 19, viewers have been curious about the net worth of Steven Bartlett, the Social Chain entrepreneur who joined the cast. Here’s a breakdown of the net worth of some of the UK’s most formidable business minds:
Steven Bartlett
- Age: 31
- First Business: Founder of marketing agency The Social Chain (valued at $600 million in 2021).
- Notable Achievement: Became a millionaire at 23 after dropping out of university to launch his marketing agency.
- Net Worth: £68 million
- Fun Fact: Steven Bartlett is the youngest Dragon ever, having joined the den at just 29 years old.
Sara Davies
- Age: 39
- First Business: Founder and owner of Crafter’s Companion (worth over £35 million).
- Net Worth: £37 million (according to The Sun).
- Interesting Fact: Sara Davies launched Crafter’s Companion while still a student at the University of York.
Deborah Meaden
- Age: 64
- First Business: Led paid pony rides along Minehead Beach.
- Net Worth: £50 million
- Notable Achievement: Has invested over £3 million into businesses that have appeared on Dragons’ Den.
- Fun Fact: Deborah Meaden is one of the fiercest investors the show has seen.
Peter Jones
- Age: 57
- First Business: Giving tennis lessons.
- Net Worth: £1.157 billion
- Notable Achievement: Richest and longest-serving Dragon, joining the show in its first season.
- Impressive Portfolio: Peter Jones boasts a diverse portfolio, including Expansys, Jessops, Levi Roots, Red Letter Days, and more.
Touker Suleyman
- Age: 70
- First Business: Kingsland Models.
- Net Worth: £200 million
- Remarkable Journey: Touker Suleyman made millions across his fashion businesses and is known for his keen eye for investments.
- Notable Deals: Suleyman’s investments include Beamblock Yogo, Timberkits, Bad Brownie, and Collagin.
Dragons’ Den 2024 promises to be an exciting season filled with innovation, entrepreneurship, and impressive investments. Tune in to BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Thursdays at 8pm to catch the latest pitches and see how these Dragons shape the business landscape.”
