An entrepreneur who runs the Durham-based craft supplies business Crafter's Companion.
Portfolio
4
companies
Bibee
Bibee designs and supplies stylish and functional maternity and breastfeeding clothing for women.
Brainspark Games
Brainspark Games builds AI-powered educational mobile games for students.
SKIN
SKIN runs a beauty and skincare price comparison application.
Sibstar
Sibstar offers a debit card and app to help people with dementia manage their money safely.
Sara Davies
Lead Investor
The triple dragon investment will help the EdTech studio expand its curriculum-aligned mobile games.
"Before I headed into the studio, I watched every previous episode of the show and prepared responses for every possible question. I was surprised at how impressed all of the tycoons were, and I’m delighted to have been offered investment from not one, but three of them"
The funding follows an appearance on Dragons' Den to support international growth.
"Entering the Den was unbelievably exciting and nerve-wracking. We do have plenty of experience pitching for investment – but presenting to a row of high-profile investors on TV is a totally different ball-game. I’ve watched Dragons’ Den since the early days and was delighted when Sara joined the show, bringing a refreshing professional slant."
The funding round was backed by Dragons' Den investors Sara Davies and Deborah Meaden to support financial inclusion.
"Going into the Dragons’ Den was a hugely emotional experience. I founded the business after experiencing my own parents’ struggles with money as their cognitive abilities declined. I had to open up about some very difficult times, but the Dragons were very supportive and empathetic."
The funding round was led by entrepreneur Sara Davies, with Gillian Hall joining as non-executive chairman.
"The high street offered very little and online designer collections were beautiful but impractical, given the challenges of breast feeding."