Go Exporting

What Go Exporting does

Go Exporting is a Manchester-headquartered, founder-led international trade consultancy that helps businesses - primarily UK SMEs and mid-market exporters, alongside government trade bodies and associations - launch into and grow within international markets. Founded in 2018 by Mike Wilson, who brings 35+ years of international sales and marketing experience and is publicly credited with generating $2B+ in revenues across his prior career, the firm is structured around proprietary, codified methodologies rather than proprietary software: FastTrack (a diagnostic export-readiness and strategy programme in £999 Start and £3,999 Premium tiers), PartnerTrack (a tiered distributor/agent search service at £1,950-£5,950), LeadsTrack (international lead generation), MarketTrack (bespoke market scoring), Export Readiness Audits, Customs & Compliance Reports, Brexit consultancy, International Digital Marketing, and Training & Webinars. A free Export Resilience Scorecard and content-led "Expert Exporter Resource Hub" act as top-of-funnel acquisition assets, while an "Exporting Growth Plan" monthly retainer bundles multiple services into a recurring offering. Delivery is supported by the "Go Exporting Network" of independent consultants across 45+ countries, enabling local market expertise without local entities.

The business model is predominantly fixed-fee, project-based professional services priced from £299 (single delegate webinar) up to £5,950 (PartnerTrack Gold) and complemented by a small recurring layer (Export Growth Plan and digital marketing retainers from £350-£1,500/month). Go-to-market is sales-led via the company website with free initial consultations, supplemented by an event- and association-driven motion through partnerships with the UK Department for Business & Trade, Cabinet Office, Business Wales, Enterprise Ireland, Enterprise Nation, the British Library, AECCI, Amazon Business, Alibaba and the ILO. Customers span first-time SME exporters (e.g. Odyssey Innovation/Fatyak Kayaks), enterprise manufacturers and consumer-goods firms (WJ, AirSynergy, MyWater Global, Wow Bao, Cembre, Metric Group) and government/donor clients (Jordan Chamber of Industry - 25 companies assessed, ILO export readiness programmes). The firm is privately held by its founder with no disclosed funding, no parent company and operates from a virtual Manchester office at 11-50 employees, winning the UK Enterprise Awards 2024 SME category.

Name

Go Exporting

Legal name

Go Exporting LTD

Website

https://goexporting.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Go Exporting is a Manchester-based, founder-led UK export consultancy founded in 2018 by Mike Wilson, helping SMEs, mid-market firms and government trade bodies launch and grow in international markets via fixed-fee methodologies (FastTrack, PartnerTrack, LeadsTrack) delivered through a 45+ country consultant network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Trade Consultancy

NAICS

Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers (4251)

SIC

Services-Help Supply Services (7363)

akta.pro primary industry

Export Promotion & Market Access Support (BPADAMAC)

Keywords

• Export consulting services
• International market entry
• Export strategy development
• Distributor search services
• Trade readiness audits

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Consulting and Advisory Services: Professional services including international trade consultancy, export strategy development, Brexit consultancy, and customs & compliance reports. Billed on hourly/daily fees, monthly retainer, or fixed project price basis.
2. FastTrack Programme: Two-tier structured programme: FastTrack Start (£999) provides questionnaire-based analysis and strategy report; FastTrack Premium (£3,999) adds 8-week intensive consulting with 4x45-minute video conferences and comprehensive 3-year export strategy.
3. PartnerTrack Distribution Services: Three-tier service for finding international distributors: Bronze (£1,950), Silver (£3,950), and Gold (£5,950). Each tier adds progressively more support including consultant outreach, shortlisting, meeting facilitation, and ongoing pipeline management.
4. LeadsTrack Lead Generation: Lead generation service offering 10, 15, or 20 qualified leads, plus a managed full-service option. Prices vary by package with bespoke managed services available.
5. Digital Marketing Services: Recurring monthly services including search marketing (SEO/PPC) from £350/month, social media management, and fully-outsourced digital marketing from £1,500/month. Also includes ad-hoc project work.
6. Training and Webinars: Interactive training courses (7 Steps to Export Success at £499/delegate), specialist webinars (£299/delegate), and bespoke corporate training. Fixed-fee per event or delegate pricing.
7. Export Growth Plan: Monthly retainer service providing ongoing export consulting support with flexible mix of services. No commitment beyond month one, with affordable monthly cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Go Exporting is a specialist export consultancy that helps businesses expand into international markets. Its core offering comprises diagnostic assessments, fixed-price export strategy programmes (FastTrack), distributor and partner search services (PartnerTrack), international lead generation (LeadsTrack), market prioritisation research (MarketTrack), customs and Brexit compliance advisory, and tailored training/webinars. Services are delivered directly by in-house consultants and a 45+ country associate network, sold as discrete engagements or bundled through a monthly Exporting Growth Plan retainer.

Product overview

Go Exporting is a multi-award-winning international trade consultancy offering a comprehensive suite of services to help businesses expand into global markets. The core offering centers around FastTrack (diagnostic methodology in Start and Premium tiers), PartnerTrack (distributor search service in Bronze/Silver/Gold tiers), LeadsTrack (lead generation), and Export Readiness Audits. These are complemented by specialized services including Customs & Compliance Reports, Brexit Consultancy, Export Strategy Development, International Digital Marketing, MarketTrack, and Training & Webinars. The company also provides a free Expert Exporter Resource Hub, Export Resilience Scorecard, and various educational guides. Services are available à la carte or bundled through an Exporting Growth Plan subscription model. Founded in 2018 by Mike Wilson with over 35 years of experience, Go Exporting serves clients from any country seeking to enter new international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FastTrack: A unique methodology developed by Go Exporting to supercharge profitable international growth for both new and experienced exporters, offering FastTrack Start (£999) and FastTrack Premium (£3,999) programs.
• PartnerTrack
• LeadsTrack
• MarketTrack

Products and services

• FastTrack A unique diagnostic methodology that assesses export readiness, identifies target markets, and produces a go-to-market export strategy. Delivered as FastTrack Start (a written strategy report) or FastTrack Premium (an 8-week intensive programme with video conferences and a 3-year export strategy). Designed for businesses seeking to launch or accelerate international growth.
• PartnerTrack A full-service programme that identifies, approaches, and helps onboard international distributors, agents, or partners in target markets. Available in Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers, with progressive support from market research and long-listing through to outreach, meeting facilitation, agreement support, and 3 months of pipeline management. Aimed at businesses seeking channel partners abroad.
• LeadsTrack A paid international lead generation service that identifies and qualifies potential customers in target overseas markets, approaches them on the client's behalf, and delivers pre-qualified enquiries ready for direct engagement. Available in packages of 10, 15, or 20 enquiries, plus a managed full-service option. Suited to exporters seeking end-customer demand rather than channel partners.
• Export Readiness Audit A three-stage consulting engagement comprising a structured questionnaire, a minimum one-day on-site company visit, and a detailed final report with recommendations for becoming export-ready. Covers certifications, finance, sales, marketing, market research, and competition analysis. Aimed at SMEs and government clients preparing businesses for international trade.
• Customs & Compliance Report A consulting report covering all aspects of trade with a specific country or trade bloc, including customs rules, VAT/tax/duty requirements, documentation, compliance, trade agreements, rules of origin, and recommended operating procedures. Targeted at businesses needing country-specific regulatory clarity.
• Brexit Consultancy & Audit Specialist post-Brexit advisory service offering full business reviews, time-based support, and a Q&A helpdesk covering customs declarations, duties, VAT, deferment numbers, and rules of origin. Aimed at UK and EU businesses navigating post-Brexit trading friction.
• MarketTrack A market research and prioritisation service that uses a bespoke market scoring system to rank target markets by size, growth potential, barriers to entry, and competitive landscape. Produces a prioritised shortlist of countries for market entry decision-making. Aimed at exporters choosing where to expand.
• International Digital Marketing
• Training & Webinars
• Exporting Growth Plan
• Export Strategy Development

Quantifiable outcome

• Companies report successful entry into new international markets including Germany, France, US, Canada, Saudi Arabia and more
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Business WalescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment-backed business support organisation in Wales providing export assistance to Welsh businesses. Go Exporting delivers export support programmes and training as part of Business Wales's service offering to members.
• UK Department for Business & TradecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK government department responsible for international trade. Go Exporting works with the department to support UK exporters in expanding into global markets.
• Enterprise IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment organisation responsible for the development and growth of Irish companies in international markets. Engaged Go Exporting for market research on UK Local Authorities, including structure and procurement analysis, and trends and opportunities for Irish exporters.
• Monsha'atminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSaudi Arabian Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority. Go Exporting provides export support services to Saudi Arabian SMEs looking to expand internationally.
• Jordan Chamber of IndustrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJCI engaged Go Exporting to help stimulate export growth among Jordanian companies. Go Exporting conducted Export Readiness Audits for 25 companies and provided training to local experts on conducting their own audits. Case study client.
• International Labour Organisation (ILO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUN agency dealing with labour issues. Engaged Go Exporting for export readiness assessments of manufacturing businesses in various countries.
• Prospero (Zambia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness support organisation in Zambia. Go Exporting provides export consultancy support to Prospero's client companies in the Zambian market.
• American World Trade Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChamber of commerce supporting US businesses engaged in international trade. Go Exporting collaborates on trade-related initiatives and events.
• Asian Exporters Chamber of Commerce & Industry (AECCI)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerChamber representing Asian exporters. Selected Go Exporting as specialist consultant and approved partner for their B2B forum connecting Indian companies with export experts. Received certificate of appreciation in 2024.
• Amazon BusinessminorGTM or Marketing PartnerE-commerce platform for business buyers and sellers. Go Exporting has collaborated on webinars and events to help businesses understand exporting opportunities through Amazon Business.
• AlibabaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal e-commerce platform. Mike Wilson participated in Alibaba webinar examining opportunities for US firms to trade in the EU. Ongoing collaboration on export education content.
• Enterprise NationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerUK business support network. Partner for webinar delivery including sessions on navigating trade tariffs and post-Brexit exporting. Go Exporting contributes to Enterprise Nation's export support programme.
• The British LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK national library providing business support services. Go Exporting has delivered training and webinars as part of the British Library's business support offerings.
• Cabinet OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK government department responsible for government property, efficiency and transformation, and the Crown Commercial Service. Engaged Go Exporting for training and support on international trade matters.
• Winning PitchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness support organisation delivering export programmes for Welsh Government. Mike Wilson is an Associate Consultant delivering webinars on export support as part of their programme.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Trade Centre (ITC): Joint UN/UNCTAD agency focused on SME export promotion and market access in developing economies. Highly comparable to Go Exporting's ILO- and Jordan Chamber of Industry-style export readiness and trade development mandates.
• Newable: UK-based provider of export finance, international trade advisory, and SME growth support. Targets the same SME-to-mid-market export customer base as Go Exporting with a similar mix of advisory, finance facilitation, and training services.
• UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT): UK government department that runs the UK Export Academy and a wide range of free export support services for UK SMEs. Directly overlaps with Go Exporting's export readiness, market entry, and training offerings, and is an explicit partner/client of the firm.
• JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization): Government-affiliated trade promotion organisation that helps Japanese SMEs enter foreign markets and supports foreign companies investing in Japan. Functionally analogous to Go Exporting in delivering market entry advisory, partner search, and trade promotion services.
• British Exporters Association (BExA): UK industry body representing and connecting British exporters. Go Exporting is a member of BExA, and the association offers export-related events, training, and advocacy with overlapping audience and content.
• International Trade Administration (ITA, US Department of Commerce): US federal agency promoting US exports and inward investment. Comparable to Go Exporting in providing market research, partner identification, and trade education for SMEs expanding internationally.

Broad incumbents

• Export Development Canada (EDC): Canadian crown corporation providing trade finance, insurance, and export advisory to Canadian companies. Overlaps with Go Exporting in trade advisory and market entry support, but operates at much larger scale and includes financing products.
• Euler Hermes (Allianz Trade): Global trade credit insurer that also provides market and country risk intelligence and trade-related advisory. Overlaps with Go Exporting's market intelligence and partner/customer risk assessment components, but at a much larger, enterprise scale.
• BDO Global Trade Advisory: Global accounting network's international trade and customs practice, advising corporates on customs, duties, and trade compliance. Competes with Go Exporting's customs and compliance and Brexit work at the enterprise end of the market.
• Crowe Global – Trade & Customs Advisory: International accounting network offering trade and customs advisory services to mid-market and enterprise clients. Comparable to Go Exporting's customs, compliance, and post-Brexit work, with a broader professional services wrapper.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/go-exporting

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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