Dragons' Den rookie Michael Wekerle on the art of investment
Canadian CEO and banker Michael Wekerle on the art and ethics of investing.
After years of shaking up Bay Street, Michael Wekerle has brought his financial chops and flashy wardrobe to Dragons' Den. The rookie dragon has been described as "Mick Jagger meets Warren Buffet" -- and he has already rocked the start-up boosting show with some of the biggest investments to date.
The Canadian CEO and banker joins guest host Gill Deacon to discuss what he looks for in an entrepreneur, his philanthropic side, and the ethics of using sex to sell.
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Note: Gill asked Michael to stick around and finish his thoughts on climate change opposite the next guests, Gill Deacon and Avi Lewis. You can watch that exchange here.