Dragons' Den (UK TV programme) Dragons' Den (UK TV programme) Dragons' Den is a British television programme, hosted by Evan Davis. The format of the show is owned by Sony Pictures Television and is based on the original Japanese programme, which has been sold around the world. The programme has been produced by BBC Manchester since its inception and was first broadcast on BBC Two on 4 January 2005. The show allows several entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their varying business ideas to a panel of five wealthy investors, the "Dragons" of the show's title, and pitch for financial investment while offering a stake of
Guild of Entrepreneurs the risks and rewards associated with such ventures. The Guild has a busy programme of social, educational and charitable events, which fulfil the Guild's founding objectives. In particular, the Guild has a wide range of Outreach & Educational projects (http://www.guildofentrepreneurs.org/6-dec-outreach-education-christmas-showcase-event/) in which Freeman (members of the Guild, whether men or women) undertake mentoring for students of business and entrepreneurship as well as fledgling businesses and entrepreneurial activities. The Guild of Entrepreneurs Trust is a charitable foundation set up by the Guild, but operating independently. Its primary objective is to raise and distribute money to support education and charity relating to