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The Pitch

Latasha Malik and Neil Ambler walked into the Den in 2009 with a hair and dental products for children. They were asking for £250,000.

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 Latasha Malik and Neil Ambler left the Den without backing.

What Happened After the Show

Tantrum Boutique did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2013, some 4 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 Tantrum Boutique Still in Business?

No. Tantrum Boutique is no longer in business. Companies House records show the company has been dissolved.

Related Companies

If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Lid Lifters, Servicing Stop, Dusty – The Dusty Springfield Musical, Blue Animals. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.

Watch the Pitch

Videos

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Dragons moved as entrepreneur breaks down mid-pitch! | Dragons' Den - BBC

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Promising pitch falls apart after shocking revelation | Dragons' Den

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The most laid back pitch EVER! | Dragons' Den - BBC