Accrington accountants facilitate Dragons Den event

Five entrepreneurs have pitched their business ideas to a panel of corporate investors at a ‘Dragons Den’ style event held at the Mercure Dunkenhalgh Blackburn Hotel.

The event kicked off with keynote speaker, Nick Horrocks, director at tech-only investment bank, GP Bullhound, who highlighted the potential of start-ups in the region.

A group of high net worth individuals and venture capitalists listened to the start-ups who were asked to demonstrate rapid growth, an experienced management team and a viable business plan that has the potential for long-term expansion in a growing market.

“Our sponsorship means that investors and businesses are not charged for pitching or investing, providing a ‘fee-free’ opportunity for investors to see fantastic business ideas and enabling aspiring entrepreneurs to secure a valuable cash injection for their business.