Which Dragon's Den investor joined the BBC show in 2006 after replacing Rachel Elnaugh?

Deborah Meaden joined Dragon's Den in 2006 after replacing Rachel Elnaugh.

Meaden became one of the programme's most recognisable investors, bringing experience from leisure, retail and family businesses. Her arrival followed the departure of Rachel Elnaugh, who had been one of the original Dragons on the British series.

Meaden had already developed a business career before joining television. She became associated with the family holiday business Weststar Holidays and later built a portfolio of investments and commercial interests. Her on-screen style is often identified with close attention to business fundamentals and deal structure.

The timing can be confused with the arrivals of later Dragons, including Hilary Devey, Kelly Hoppen and Sara Davies. They joined in different years. The key sequence is Elnaugh's departure followed by Meaden's arrival in 2006.