Enterprise Trade and Knowledge (ETK Group), a leading international expansion advisory firm, has been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade, recognising the group’s exceptional export growth and global market impact.
One of just 185 organisations nationally to receive the honour in 2026, ETK has been recognised for outstanding short-term growth in international trade, with overseas sales increasing by over 85% in three years and now accounting for nearly 100% of the company’s total revenue.
Founded in 2010, ETK Group provides market entry expertise, trade facilitation and investment support, working with governments, development partners and private sector organisations targeting high-growth African markets.
ETK has delivered projects across 34 African countries, supporting more than 300 clients to navigate regulatory environments, build export capability and strengthen international competitiveness.
One of the key contributors to this award-winning growth has been the company’s significant expansion of its advisory work across the Global South, as well as the launch of innovative new software solutions providing additional support for clients.
Bolaji Sofoluwe MBE, Managing Director, said: “Receiving the King’s Award for Enterprise is a significant milestone for ETK and a strong endorsement of our work supporting international trade between the UK and Africa.
“Our focus has been on helping businesses access high-growth markets with confidence, and this recognition reflects both the power of our commercial impact and our contribution to building stronger global trade relationships.”
Now in its 60th year, the King’s Awards for Enterprise are widely regarded as the UK’s highest business accolade, with winners recognised for excellence in international trade, innovation and business performance. Winners are entitled to use the King’s Awards emblem for the next five years.