His mum left school aged seven and can’t read or write, his dad was a structural engineer and “very, very smart”. The most powerful role models, of course, are those that are most relatable.”īartlett was born in Botswana to a Nigerian mum and a British dad. “I feel a responsibility because there’s never been a black, young Dragon on the show. A new perspective from a new era of business. “It’s like the first time you go to New York City after seeing it in films for your entire life. “Dragons’ Den was the only window I had into business from 12 years old,” he said. Joining the show is a privilege and a responsibility for Bartlett, who hopes young people from less privileged backgrounds like his, especially minorities who don’t always see themselves reflected in certain programmes or industries, will feel enabled.
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