Successful Businessman Harvesting Edible Bird's Nests Yields Profitable Results
## Zanizan Ahmad's Thriving Bird's Nest-Based Beauty Business
Zanizan Ahmad, a local entrepreneur from Tanjong Karang, Malaysia, has transformed bird's nest waste into a lucrative beauty care empire. After investing RM60,000 of his savings in 2010, he formed Gerbang Jaya Resources and launched his first product, a bird's nest collagen soap for sensitive skin.
### From Cleaning to Creating
Before venturing into beauty products, Zanizan had been cleaning bird's nests for a local exporter since 2009. His expertise led him to seek out a master from Penang who provided training in cleaning sensitive bird's nests. This knowledge proved invaluable when he started producing his own bird's nest-based beauty care products.
### A Successful Launch
Within a year of launching, Zanizan's bird's nest collagen soap reached RM15,000 in monthly sales. The demand for his products continued to grow, and today, Gerbang Jaya Resources' bird's nest-based beauty care products generate a net monthly income of RM10,000.
### Expanding the Product Line
In the middle of last year, Zanizan introduced a new bird's nest soap for normal skin, incorporating virgin coconut oil. He plans to introduce a bird's nest-based beauty cream by August, following successful trials.
### Export Opportunities
Zanizan has his sights set on international markets. He is currently in discussions to export his bird's nest-based products to China by the end of the year and has also expressed interest in expanding to the Middle East next year.
### The Power of Bird's Nest
Zanizan and his workers have reported noticeable improvements in their skin after using the bird's nest products. His workers have even shared that their hands have become softer after regular use. This positive feedback has further fuelled Zanizan's passion for creating effective and natural beauty solutions.
### Community Impact
Zanizan employs five workers, including two of his children, who are trained in the technique of cleaning sensitive bird's nests. By creating jobs and empowering the community, Zanizan's business not only contributes to local economic growth but also fosters a sense of pride and ownership.
### Support from Fama
Zanizan's journey has not been without support. He has received assistance from the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama), which has provided guidance and resources to help him grow his business.
Zanizan Ahmad's success story is a testament to the power of innovation, perseverance, and a vision for a sustainable future. His bird's nest-based beauty care products have become a symbol of Tanjong Karang's entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to environmental consciousness.
- Zanizan Ahmad's initial investment of RM60,000 in 2010 for his small-business, Gerbang Jaya Resources, marked the beginning of his journey in personal-finance management for entrepreneurship.
- With the international export opportunities on the horizon and a net monthly income of RM10,000, Zanizan Ahmad's bird's nest-based beauty business demonstrates the potential for significant financial growth and a successful career in finance.
