Chesterfield’s Global Brands has won the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
In the past year, Global Brands has made significant strides by expanding its presence into several new overseas markets. This expansion has been complemented by remarkable financial achievements, with export sales growing by approximately 105% and turnover experiencing robust growth of approximately 54% YOY.
The award will be presented at a Royal reception and the company will have the right to display the King’s Awards flag and emblem across product range and marketing materials for the next five years.
Producing a diverse range of drinks brands for every occasion, Global Brands’ portfolio includes popular names such as VK, Hooch, and Franklin & Sons, stocked across 67 countries in Europe, Asia, the US and more.
Founder and Chairman Steve Perez said: “We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the King’s Award for Enterprise committee for recognising our efforts and successes, and to all our employees, partners, and customers who play an integral role in our journey. Together, we look forward to reaching new heights and achieving further successes.
“We extend a special congratulations the entire international team, whose exceptional efforts with Frankin & Sons have established it as a truly global brand; with extended reach across Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. The team’s commitment to excellence and the relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries has not only set a benchmark within the industry, but also heightened our company’s reputation on a global scale.”
Considered the most prestigious awards for UK businesses, The King’s Award for Enterprise recognises and celebrates business excellence in innovation, international trade, sustainable development and promoting opportunities through social mobility.
Awarded by His Majesty the King, upon the recommendation of the Prime Minister, the award underpins Global Brands’ exceptional performance in international trade, achieving outstanding continued growth in overseas earnings for the past 3 years.
