Nicholas David Jenkins

Nick Jenkins is a British entrepreneur and investor, best known as the founder of Moonpig and a former Dragon on Dragons’ Den (BBC). He built a multimillion-pound business in online greeting cards and later became a startup investor and philanthropist.

Overview

Nicholas David Jenkins's Profile

Nick Jenkins was born on 13 May 1967 in Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England. He was educated at Haberdashers’ Adams Grammar School before studying at the University of Birmingham and later completing an MBA at Cranfield University.

After graduating, he worked as a commodity trader in Moscow for Glencore for several years, saving money to start his own business. He later returned to the UK to pursue further studies and entrepreneurship.

In 2000, Jenkins founded Moonpig, an online greeting card company that became highly successful. He sold the business in 2011 for around £120 million, establishing his wealth and reputation as a leading entrepreneur.

He joined Dragons’ Den (BBC Two/BBC One) as an investor in 2015, appearing in series 13 and 14. During his time, he invested in several startups before leaving the show in 2017 to focus on his business ventures.

Jenkins continues to work as an investor and supports charitable and educational initiatives, maintaining a relatively private personal life.

Quick Facts

12
TV Shows

8
Current Hosts

20
Years Active

50
Awards Won

TV Shows​

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Networks

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Personal Life

Family, relationships and background

  • Marriage Amelia Freer from to (Current wife)
  • Daughter - name undisclosed, a biological child with Amelia Freer, born in

Education

Educational background and qualifications

  • Completed secondary education at Haberdashers’ Adams Grammar School
  • Attended University of Birmingham; graduated with a degree in Business
  • Attended Cranfield University; graduated with an MBA

Net Worth & Income

Income sources, net worth, and properties.

  • Proceeds from the sale of Moonpig.com at $160,000,000
  • Income accumulated Dragon's Den appearances for two seasons
  • Revenue from other investments including deals concluded on Dragon's Den
  • Earnings from speaking engagements

Awards

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