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The Story
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The Pitch on Dragons' Den UK
Clever Bins appeared on Dragons' Den UK (Series 7, Episode 4) in 2009. William Sachiti pitched the product to the Dragons. No deal.
Where they are now: Clever Bins' pitch failed due to the dragons' concerns over whether Sachiti was modelling the business over marketing potentials or sales of the bins whilst citing he only had potential pre-orders and no sales. Company was sold to Keep Britain Tidy in 2010. Status: Sold (2013).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clever Bins still in business?
Clever Bins' pitch failed due to the dragons' concerns over whether Sachiti was modelling the business over marketing potentials or sales of the bins whilst citing he only had potential pre-orders and no sales. Company was sold to Keep Britain Tidy in 2010. Status: Sold (2013).
Who founded Clever Bins?
Clever Bins was founded by William Sachiti.
Did Clever Bins get a deal on Dragons' Den UK?
Clever Bins pitched on Dragons' Den UK but didn't strike a deal: No deal.
Where can I buy Clever Bins?
Clever Bins is available on Amazon and eBay. We compare current prices across both at our /results page — link below.
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