What Happened to FB1 (Frank Bisson 1) After Dragons’ Den?
FB1 (Frank Bisson 1) appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2008, Series 6 Episode 5. The business was a glass hair cutting blade. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The company was dissolved in 2024.
The Pitch
Frank Bisson walked into the Den in 2008 with a glass hair cutting blade. They were asking for £100,000 in exchange for 5% of the business.
Despite their best efforts, the pitch didn’t convince the Dragons to open their wallets.
The Deal
No deal was made. The Dragons weren’t persuaded to invest, and Frank Bisson left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
FB1 (Frank Bisson 1) did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2024, some 16 years after the pitch.
This is not an unusual outcome. The majority of businesses that appear on Dragons’ Den, deal or no deal, don’t make it in the long run. The show can provide a platform and capital, but it can’t substitute for a sustainable business model.
Is FB1 (Frank Bisson 1) Still in Business?
No. FB1 (Frank Bisson 1) is no longer in business. Based on available records, the company is dissolved (2024).
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Magic Whiteboard, Planit Products, Loop Machine, Hedgehog Golf Company. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
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