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Moving Forward: Finding a Path Ahead

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Julianne Ponan, the founder of Creative Nature Superfoods and former Dragons’ Den star, made headlines recently after revealing that she turned down a lucrative investment offer from Deborah Meaden on the hit BBC show.

Back in 2017, Ponan entered the Den seeking a £75,000 investment in exchange for five per cent of her business to help scale up. Initially, Meaden offered the investment but for 25 per cent of the company, a deal that Ponan was hesitant to accept. After negotiations, they finally agreed on a deal where Meaden would sell back five per cent of the business once they made a substantial profit.

However, after leaving the Den and discussing the deal with her business partner, Ponan decided to pull out of the investment from Meaden. Despite this, Ponan has gone on to achieve great success with her company, with her products now being sold in supermarkets across the country.

In a recent interview with GB News, Ponan shared her thoughts on the show, suggesting that changes need to be made to attract entrepreneurs at the right stage of their journey. She also praised the platform for providing valuable feedback and exposure for entrepreneurs.

Despite declining the investment, Ponan’s business has flourished, earning her recognition as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and an MBE for her contributions to business, exports, and people with allergies. Her story serves as an inspiration to other entrepreneurs who may choose to follow their own path to success.

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