Which Dragon bought the British stationery chain Ryman in 1995?

Theo Paphitis bought the British stationery chain Ryman in 1995.

The acquisition became a major milestone in Paphitis’s retail career. Ryman is known for selling stationery, office supplies, printing services and related products through a network of stores and digital channels.

Paphitis used the business as part of a wider retail portfolio that included other recognisable British brands. His commercial reputation helped explain his selection as a Dragon and shaped the practical, retail-focused advice he often gave to entrepreneurs.

This question is separate from asking who founded Ryman. The chain predates Paphitis’s ownership; the key fact is that he acquired the established retailer in 1995. That distinction avoids confusing a company’s original creation with a later high-profile takeover.