
Get ready to adjust your evening plans! The Apprentice is back for its 20th season this winter on BBC One.
Celebrating its 20th season, the show will follow twenty hopeful entrepreneurs competing for the chance to become Lord Sugar’s next business partner.
Andrea is hoping to receive investment from Lord Sugar, and she feels her extensive life experience gives her an edge over the other candidates.
So, what is there to know about Andrea Cooper and what plan does she have for Lord Sugar?
Read on to learn more about The Apprentice 2026 candidate.
Who is Andrea Cooper?

Occupation: Lettings agency owner
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Andrea Cooper, a 46-year-old woman who balances being a mother of five, a grandmother, and the manager of two businesses, believes her diverse life experience sets her apart.
Andrea is remarkably versatile. She earned a first-class honors degree in midwifery at age 40, all while successfully managing two businesses and raising a family.
“I am hard working, resilient and will give anything a go,” she said.
What is Andrea Cooper’s business plan?
Andrea is expanding her property rental business and is planning to create a software system to easily manage short-term rentals for both property owners and renters.
I was so impressed when she explained how much Lord Sugar’s investment would mean to her – it’s exactly what she needs to finally launch her amazing idea and make her dreams a reality. You could just feel her passion!
Does Andrea Cooper have social media?
Yes, she does! You can find Andrea on Instagram at @mrscairbnb. She regularly posts about both her personal life and her work, and will probably share updates from The Apprentice as the show airs.
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The Apprentice begins on Thursday 29th January at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
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