James Caan founded the recruitment company Alexander Mann Solutions before appearing on Dragon's Den. The company became one of the major businesses associated with his early entrepreneurial career.
Alexander Mann Solutions was established as a recruitment and talent-management business and expanded internationally. Caan later developed Hamilton Bradshaw, a private-equity firm, and became known for investing in and advising growing companies.
This fact can be confused with the businesses founded by other Dragons. Peter Jones is associated with Phones International Group and many technology investments, while Theo Paphitis built interests in retail and stationery. Caan's best-known pre-television business connection is Alexander Mann Solutions.