Evan Davis hosted the first series of the British television programme Dragon's Den.
Davis is a British economist, journalist and broadcaster who became widely known for presenting business and current-affairs programmes. As host of Dragon's Den, he introduced entrepreneurs, explained the pitch setup and kept the conversation moving while the investors examined each proposal. The Dragons themselves made the investment decisions; Davis was the presenter rather than a member of the panel.
His role helped give the early series a clear broadcast structure. Entrepreneurs entered the room, stated what they wanted and answered questions about their businesses, while Davis provided transitions and occasional context for viewers. The programme's presentation style remained relatively restrained, allowing the negotiations to dominate each segment.
Davis continued as the programme's host for many years, although hosting duties later changed. His name is therefore associated with the show's early British era, while the investors are associated with the deals and rejections seen on screen.