At The Consortium, we are proud to have helped 10 companies win a King’s Award for Enterprise. Our success rate speaks for itself and we know exactly what makes a winning entry stand out.
About the King’s Awards
The King’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s most prestigious business accolade. Instituted by Royal Warrant in 1965, it is recognised around the world as a mark of outstanding success. Each year, around 200 UK companies are selected to receive this honour — making it a truly exclusive club.
The awards celebrate exceptional achievement in four categories:
- International Trade
- Innovation
- Sustainable Development
- Promoting Opportunity (through Social Mobility)
How The Consortium can help you win
We don’t just guide you through the form — we help you tell your business story in a compelling, strategic way. We recommend starting the process in February or March, well before applications open in May, to give you the time and clarity to create a powerful submission. Rushing in September rarely leads to success — the best entries are crafted, refined, and supported with solid evidence.
We work closely with you to:
- Understand your eligibility and the right category for your business
- Shape your narrative to highlight your growth, innovation, or social impact
- Gather meaningful data, testimonials and award-winning proof points
- Eliminate jargon and ensure your application is easy to read and impactful
Crafting a compelling story
Each award category has its own criteria, but the heart of every successful entry is a strong story.
For International Trade, you’ll need at least 3 or 5 years of growing export performance — often with a 100%+ increase. One of our winning clients didn’t just show growth; they explained how they tailored their product for the Japanese market by adding a pink colour and strawberry scent to their car shampoo. That insight helped clinch the award.
For Innovation, your product or service must be on the market for at least 2 years, with R&D costs recovered. In 2023, a client demonstrated how their automation technology helped a global eye care company cut delivery times for contact lenses from 14 days to 24 hours.
In Sustainable Development, you must show a long-term commitment. One client, awarded in 2024, pledged to plant one million trees, cut company travel by 60% and led their sector by publishing a biannual sustainability report for clients.
More than just a win
Winning a King’s Award is a major achievement — but it’s also a powerful marketing tool. That’s why we go further. At The Consortium, we don’t just help you create a winning application — we also offer expert PR support to promote your win. From media coverage and social media campaigns to helping you share the story with customers, investors and partners, we’ll help you make the most of your success.
If you believe your business deserves recognition, let us help you win — and be celebrated for it.
Get in touch and let’s begin your journey to the King’s Award for Enterprise, where you can join the likes of Dyson, JCB, Cobra Beer, Brompton Bicycle and the Raspberry Pi Foundation.
Listen to our King's Awards for Enterprise exclusive podcast:
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