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Name of Entrepreneur: Rafael Saadia
Name of Business: Rafael Saadia Jewelers
Type of investment: Expanding a home-based
jewelry company
Location: 65 Shabtai Hanegbi Street, Jerusalem
Loan amount: NIS 160,000
Web site: www.rafael-jewelry.com
ABOUT THE ENTREPRENEUR:
Age: 53
Place of residence: Jerusalem
Family status: Married with 4 children
ENTREPRENEUR’S BACKGROUND:
Rafael has engaged in the manufacturing and sales of
jewelry for around 35 years. His artistry and know-how
was passed down to him from his father. He also gained
experience as a paid craftsman in a jewelry factory in
Jerusalem that closed down in 2006. After that, Rafael
embarked on his own path. Initially he manufactured
small, unique items for stores that sell to tourists, and
for clients seeking custom-made products. Having
established a presence in the market, he began to work ABOUT THE BUSINESS:
with galleries and with souvenir stores such as City of Rafael manufactures handmade, carefully-crafted
David, Gras, etc. His success encouraged him to expand silver jewelry with gold and precious stones. He uses
his business. Jewish themes, incorporating traditional symbols.
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