Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to The Mac Strap After Dragons’ Den?
The Mac Strap appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2007, Series 5 Episode 7. The business was a solar charging portal for outdoor electrical devices. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The business is still active today.
The Pitch
Roark McMaster walked into the Den in 2007 with a solar charging portal for outdoor electrical devices. They were asking for £60,000.
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 Roark McMaster left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
The Mac Strap is one of those Den stories that actually lasted. Having appeared on the show back in 2007, the company has now been trading for well over a decade — an outcome that puts it ahead of the vast majority of startup ventures, let alone television pitches.
Is The Mac Strap Still in Business?
Yes. The Mac Strap appears to still be trading.
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Fit Fur Life, JPM Eco Logistics, Malagassy Ltd, Hydrodome. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
