YEREVAN, July 13. /ARKA/. Three years ago, young couple Narek Sargsyan and Ruzanna Danielyan created their own 'honey planet' - Bee Planet in Garni:
Initially, the project was conceived as a small production and apiary, but over time the couple decided to develop their idea. Today, Bee Planet is not only a guesthouse but also a place with a honey tasting hall and a special house for apitherapy:
Currently, the couple offers guests various honey-based products, from honey cream to honey wine, as well as cosmetic products: soap, face creams, dry perfumes, body oil, and other products:
Bee Planet is one of the participants in a scholarship program jointly implemented by the 'Akba' Federation and Impact Hub. After months of classes and meetings, Narek and Ruzanna gained new knowledge in business management, useful contacts, and practical experience:
'At the very beginning, we planned to create only an apiary and a small production, but after some time our plans changed. We decided to create a space that would include a guesthouse, a honey tasting hall, and production of honey-based products. During this process, we realized the need to deepen our knowledge, and we participated in training programs organized by the 'Akba' Federation and Impact Hub. Thanks to them, we were able to improve our knowledge,' says Narek Sargsyan, co-founder of Bee Planet:
'There were many days on the way to creating the guesthouse when I felt it was impossible, that I lacked energy and resources. But the next day I remembered our goal and continued to work. I think the most important thing is to believe in yourself and in your idea, which is the main driving force,' says Ruzanna Danielyan, co-founder of Bee Planet:
The 'Akba' Federation is the only significant participant in the 'Akba' bank and owns more than 75% of its shares:
Through its participation in the bank's capital, the 'Akba' Federation contributes to the development of agriculture throughout Armenia, small and medium-sized businesses in rural areas, community development, activation and strengthening of the business environment in them, as well as improving the welfare of entrepreneurs working in these areas:
