Touker Suleyman joined the Dragon's Den panel in 2015 and is known for founding the fashion company Hawes & Curtis.
Suleyman is a British entrepreneur and investor whose business career began in textiles and manufacturing. He acquired Hawes & Curtis, a shirtmaker with a long history, and developed its retail and online presence. He also became associated with the fashion brand Ghost after acquiring it.
He joined Dragon's Den for series 13, bringing experience in fashion, retail, manufacturing and property to the panel. His investment interests on the programme often reflected that background, especially where a product required reliable sourcing, strong branding or a route into established retail channels.
The year 2015 identifies his arrival rather than the founding date of Hawes & Curtis. The company itself predates his involvement, so it is more precise to say he acquired and developed the brand rather than created its original historical identity.