Sabadell, Spain
Juan Alberto Morla Perez
Juan Alberto Morla Perez moved from the Dominican Republic to Spain in 2001 in search of a better future. Fascinated by the healing power of plants, he turned his personal passion into a profession by opening Herboristería J Rafart in Sabadell. With perseverance and specialized training in medicinal herbs, he built a business dedicated to helping others improve their health and well-being naturally. His message to fellow migrants: believe in yourself and your dreams—anything is possible.
Country of origin
Republica Dominicana
Year of arrival in Europe
2001
Where you started your business
Sabadell, Spain
Business name
Herboristería J Rafart
Sector of your business
Herbalism and dietetics
Business description
Herboristería J Rafart is a herbal and dietetics shop in Sabadell, Spain, offering a wide range of healing plants, natural beauty solutions, stress relief products, and anti-aging remedies. Rooted in knowledge and care, the shop helps customers improve their daily lives through natural wellness.
Journey to entrepreneurship
What motivated you to migrate to Europe?
A better future
What inspired or motivated you to start your own business here?
The interest in the wide variety of medicinal plants
Key challenges
What were the main challenges you faced when starting your business?
Personal interest in what I like
How did you face and overcome these challenges?
With a lot of perseverance
Did you receive support from any organization, program, or mentor? How did they help you?
Intensive courses on medicinal plants
Key lessons learned
What are the key lessons you have learned from this experience?
That you can help many people relieve their ailments and make their daily lives much more manageable
What advice would you give to other migrants who want to start a business in Europe?
That they dare to start any business and believe in themselves, because anything is possible as long as one believes in their own dream and in themselves.
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