Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to Strike-Trainer After Dragons’ Den?
Strike-Trainer appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2008, Series 6 Episode 1. The business was a hi-tech punching bag. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The company was dissolved in 2019.
The Pitch
Barry Piorkowski walked into the Den in 2008 with a hi-tech punching bag. They were asking for £100,000.
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 Barry Piorkowski left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
Strike-Trainer did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2019, some 11 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 Strike-Trainer Still in Business?
No. Strike-Trainer is no longer in business. Based on available records, the company is dissolved (2019).
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Hamfatter, D4M Ltd, Leenon Ltd, Air Oasis Ltd. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
