The Apprentice series 18 and its cast are establishing themselves as the competition enters its third week.
Among those hoping to secure Lord Sugar’s next £250,000 investment is Dr Paul Midha.
He is now the only remaining Paul after pie company owner Paul Bowen was sent packing by Lord Sugar in the second episode.
A dentist by trade, the BBC One series is not Paul’s first taste of extra-curricular fame, having previously appeared on Britain’s Got Talent.
Find out more about Dr Paul.
As Lord Sugar separates the wheat from the chaff in series 18 of The Apprentice, meet the show’s contestant Dr Paul Midha
Paul, 29, is a dentist from Leeds, where he owns a practice called VICI Dental
Paul acquired his first dental practice after graduating from the University of Sheffield with a degree in dentistry
Who is The Apprentice’s Dr Paul Midha?
Dr Paul Midha is a 29-year-old dentist and owner of the practice VICI Dental in Leeds.
After graduating as a dentist from the University of Sheffield in 2018, Paul acquired his first practice using practically every resource he has, with just £100 left in his account.
Over the next 15 months, the practice’s valuation soared to £900,000, something Paul described as ‘an exceptional growth of over five times its initial value’, and his biggest business success to date.
Like any successful businessperson, Paul has had to take the rough with the smooth, but he said that ‘every setback I’ve encountered has, in hindsight, played a pivotal role in subsequent successes’.
He added: ‘One significant underestimation on my part was the timeline for completing the acquisition of a dental practice, which took 14 months.
‘While this phase was demanding, it offered profound lessons in resilience and adaptability and ultimately made me a better businessperson.’
Away from the dentist’s chair, Paul has a hidden talent for body popping, which earned him wins on ‘numerous’ talent shows, and an audition on Britain’s Got Talent in his younger years.
That rare skill also saw him become an extra on a Disney TV programme.
Paul keeps his personal life to himself, with his social media largely dedicated to promoting his brand.
The 29-year-old has a hidden talent for body popping, which earned him an audition on Britain’s Got Talent in his younger years
What has he said about going on The Apprentice?
Ahead of appearing on the show, Paul said he was ‘enthusiastic about learning from one of the UK’s most successful businessmen’ in his journey to hopefully ‘revolutionising the healthcare attire market’.
He told dentistry.co.uk after the show’s first episode this year: ‘I vividly remember watching the show with my parents the night before my business studies exam when I was just 16, thinking, “One day, that’ll be me.”
‘Now, 13 years later, it’s happening, and it all feels surreal, like life’s just a dream.’
Paul added that he was surprised how similar the challenges felt in real life compared to how they came across on TV.
Paul, has revealed that being on the BBC One show feels like a dream after watching it when he was younger
When is The Apprentice on?
The Apprentice resumes tonight at 9pm on BBC One.
The series continues every Thursday at the same time until the 12th and final episode in April.
The winner will become Lord Sugar’s newest business partner, claiming a £250,000 injection from him into their proposed business.
THE APPRENTICE 2024: MEET THE CANDIDATES
Amina Khan
Occupation: Pharmacist and Business Owner
Location: Ilford
Amina has been a qualified pharmacist for over a decade, in which time she has created a successful skincare and supplements business.
Flo Edwards
Occupation: Recruitment Consultant
Location: London
Flo revealed that she started her own consultancy, making her ready to tackle Lord Sugar.
Foluso Falade
Occupation: Project Manager
Location: Manchester
Foluso brands herself the ‘Mary Poppins of business’ and revealed that her aim is to run the first Social Enterprise to win Lord Sugar’s investment.
Maura Rath
Occupation: Owner, Yoga Company
Location: Wexford
Maura is taking the edge as a yoga teacher into her appearance.
Noor Bouziane
Occupation: Owner, Jewellery Company
Location: Liverpool
Ambitious owner of a premium jewellery company Noor professed that she will generate a wealth of cash for Lord Sugar thanks to the unique nature of her business.
Onyeka Nweze
Occupation: Chartered Company Secretary
Location: London
Onyeka revealed her plan is to be the first tech business investment made by Lord Sugar in eighteen series.
Rachel Woolford
Occupation: Boutique Fitness Studio Owner
Location: Leeds
Business-minded from a very young age, Rachel has plenty of experience managing her work independently. As well as her hard work in the office, she also shares her fitness triumphs on social media including running the New York Marathon in 2019.
Raj Chohan
Occupation: Mortgage Broker
Location: Leamington Spa
Raj admits that while she is a grafter, she is determined to have fun while working – as illustrated on her fun-filled Instagram account. A self-confessed ‘dog with a bone’ when meeting her targets, she wants to hit a gap in the market and will do whatever it takes for success.
Sam Saadet
Occupation: Pre and Post Natal Fitness Coach
Location: Essex
Sam revealed her friends call her a real Del Boy for being ‘part-wheeler dealer’ as well as her eye for a bargain. An online fitness coach with a focus on mums and mums-to-be, she’s hoping to prove her business brain to Lord Sugar.
Dr. Asif Munaf
Occupation: Owner, Wellness Brand
Location: Sheffield
Asif boldly describes himself as ‘Beauty, brains, body and business’ on his CV. The qualified doctor’s business plan focuses on vitamins and supplements.
Jack Davies
Occupation: Recruitment Director
Location: Bristol
As well as his work as a recruitment director, Jack also acts as a food reviewer, meaning he is ready with diverse knowledge and skills for challenges.
Oliver Medforth
Occupation: Sales Executive
Location: Yorkshire
Oliver’s background in selling at markets has him looking forward to the famous sales tasks. He is often seen plugging his wares on social media – particularly his gin range.
Paul Bowen
Occupation: Director, Pie Company
Location: Lancashire
One of two pie company experts entering the process, Paul prides his business on big name clients such as Manchester City Football Club.
Dr. Paul Midha
Occupation: Owner, Dental Group
Location: Leeds
Paul started his practice using every resource he had. Used to extensive learning from studying as a dentist, Paul is set on Lord Sugar’s investment and all that he can teach him about the world of business.
Phil Turner
Occupation: Owner, Pie Company
Location: Bognor Regis
Phil was awarded ‘Supreme Pie Champion’ in 2020 for his family-owned pie business, which dates back to the 1930s. He’s hoping to prove himself to Lord Sugar and start making him some real dough.
Steve Darken
Occupation: Management Consultant
Location: London
Steve claims that he shares Lord Sugar’s sharp mind and sense of humour. Consulting for ‘some of the biggest companies in the world’, he’s ready to take on the boardroom.
Tre Lowe
Occupation: Music & Wellness Entrepreneur
Location: London
Tre has had his previous tastes of fame, including in the UK garage band named Architechs. His Instagram account is a who’s who of the showbiz world, including snaps with Simon Cowell and Emily Ratajkowski.
Virdi Singh Mazaria
Occupation: Music Producer
Location: Leicester
DJ Virdi wants to introduce Lord Sugar to world he’s yet to invest in – music. His life is certainly filled with luxury as he shares frequent snaps on flash holidays and in front of pricey motors.
