Duncan Bannatyne OBE

Entrepreneur Duncan Bannatyne OBE is best-known as one of the "business angels" on BBC's long running and ever popular Dragons' Den, where his sharp comments put would-be entrepreneurs on the spot. But these contestants have reason to be grateful for his down-to-earth, no nonsense advice – for Duncan is one of the UK's most astute businessmen, with a portfolio of leisure businesses that includes hotels, health clubs and spas. He has been equally successful at carving out a high-profile media career.

Duncan is the author of a series of popular business-themed books, including Wake Up and Change Your Life (2008), How To Be Smart With Your Money (2009), How To Be Smart With Your Time (2010), 43 Mistakes Businesses Make (2011), 37 Questions Everyone in Business Needs to Answer (2012) and Riding The Storm (2014).

In December 2009, Duncan joined business magazine Business Matters as a monthly columnist.

Duncan is a committed fundraiser and supports many charities, including UNICEF, Scottish International Relief and Comic Relief. He was awarded an OBE in the 2004 Queen's Birthday Honours for his services to charity.

With his incisive knowledge of all matters concerning businesses, Duncan Bannatyne is an ideal speaker for a wide range of Corporate Events, including Lunches, After Dinner Speaking and Events Hosting. To book Duncan, contact a Prime Performers Booking Agent via the online booking enquiry form or alternatively call 020 3500 3331 for further information.