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About Side Door
Daniel Mangan (born April 28, 1983) is a Canadian musician. He has won two Juno awards and has toured extensively throughout North America, Europe and Australia, having released 5 studio LPs and numerous EPs and singles. He has scored for feature film, as well as television for Netflix and AMC. He is also a co-founder of Side Door, a marketplace platform connecting artists with alternative venue spaces for in-person & online shows.
Laura Simpson and Dan Mangan from Halifax, NS, pitch their online platform that connects musicians with hosts.
The Pitch on Dragons' Den Canada
Side Door appeared on Dragons' Den Canada (Season 17, Episode 8) in 2022.
Dan Mangan and Laura Simpson pitched the product to the Dragons.
Asked 500K for 5%.
Where they are now: Outcome not recorded on CBC archive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Side Door still in business?
Outcome not recorded on CBC archive.
Who founded Side Door?
Side Door was founded by Dan Mangan and Laura Simpson.
Did Side Door get a deal on Dragons' Den Canada?
Yes — Asked 500K for 5%.
Where can I buy Side Door?
Side Door is available on Amazon and eBay. We compare current prices across both at our /results page — link below.
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