A Dragons’ Den contestant mentioned she was “over the moon” to win the backing of one of many BBC present’s traders.
Gemma Connolly, from Chorley, secured £50,000 from Sara Davies for her edible greetings playing cards for dogs.
She got here up with the thought 4 years in the past when a information canine puppy she had volunteered to lift tried to eat a greeting card.
She mentioned she “gave it every part I had” in her pitch, accompanied by information canine Leo.
“I’m not good at blowing my very own trumpet,” she mentioned, “however I used to be pleased with my presentation and my responses to the Dragons’ subsequent grilling.”
The funding for a 25% stake of Scoff Paper means she will “put 100% of [her time] and focus into the business and get the bespoke manufacturing facility working at most capability”.
Sara Davies mentioned: “Gemma’s perception in her improbable product was clear from the second she stepped into the Den.
“I’m excited to work alongside Gemma to mentor her by way of the following thrilling stage of development as she goes on to encourage canine house owners world wide to rejoice their pets’ particular events with edible playing cards.”
The playing cards – made with potatoes and pure flavourings equivalent to bacon, cheese, rooster and peanut – are designed and made in Buckshaw Village, Chorley.
Ms Connolly mentioned she hopes to make use of extra native individuals because the business grows.
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