Which Dragon's Den investor was appointed an OBE for services to retail?

Theo Paphitis was appointed an OBE for services to retail.

Paphitis is a retail entrepreneur best known for building and investing in consumer-facing businesses. His portfolio has included Ryman, the stationery retailer, and Robert Dyas, the home, hardware and garden retailer. His commercial career and public profile led to recognition in the UK's honours system.

The honour is an OBE, meaning Officer of the Order of the British Empire. It recognises contributions to public or professional life and is distinct from a knighthood or a CBE. Paphitis's award is therefore a useful point of distinction among the entrepreneurs who have appeared on Dragon's Den.

Trivia questions sometimes attribute the honour to another retail-focused dragon, particularly because several panel members have substantial retail backgrounds. The specific combination of retail services and an OBE belongs to Theo Paphitis.