How to Slay the Dragons

In partnership with Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, we are delighted to bring you a unique opportunity to meet, and hear from, three award-winning entrepreneurs, and stars of the hit BBC series, Dragons Den.

Our speakers, all of whom secured investment to make their dreams come true when they pitched their business idea to five multimillionaire investors, are ready to share their stories with you, and fellow guests.

Speakers Include:

Derry Green – Secret Garden Glamping
Derry’s lockdown project for his family quickly turned into a lucrative business, earning him national accolades.  His pitch was a roaring success in the den, earning him four offers from the dragons!  See Derry’s Pitch, here.

Gemma Connolly – Scoff Paper
Gemma Connolly is an entrepreneur and the founder of Scoff Paper.  ‘Scoff’ claim to make the world’s first edible cards for dogs!  See Gemma’s pitch, here.

Denise Gosney – Razzamataz
Back in 2007 Denise Hutton-Gosney took the brave step to enter the Den. Denise was looking for a £50,000 investment to grow her chain of theatre schools that had a strong emphasis on performance opportunities to help each child with their confidence and self-esteem. For the first time in the Den a Dragon offered all the money without haggling over the equity. See Denise’s pitch here

This event is certainly one not to be missed for business owners, managers, and aspiring entrepreneurs.  It’s a unique opportunity to find out what happens in ‘The Den’ and learn some tips on how to pitch your business in every-day situations to make the best impression… plus, there’ll be some behind the scenes stories.

‘How To Slay the Dragons’ takes place at Forrest Hills in Lancaster; set within 180 acres of spectacular woodland and beautiful Lancashire countryside.

Cost (including lunch):
£49.00 Members
£59.00 Affiliate Members
£69.00 Non-Members

Book your place, please email: chamberevents@lancschamber.co.uk

Please note: There may be photographs taken at our events that will be used for marketing purposes and on our social media channels. If you do not wish to appear in any of our marketing materials or on our social media channels, please inform a member of the Chamber team at the start of the event.