History of OKF

NOW ~ 2020

2023

• Maintaining local networks in 180 countries around the world, developed new global big box and major distribution buyers
• Developed and launched over 1,300 product items in total

• Plans to build agent partnerships with 800 major global buyers overseas

• Attending 26 major food fairs overseas annually(US, Europe, Australia, Asia, CIS, Latin America Middle East, etc.)

• Trade association professional trade designation in recognition of international expansion

• Received Monde Selection Gold Award (honey mango drink) and Gold Award (7 items including Milkers, Yogurt Sparkling, and XR Electrolyte Drink)

• Maintaining the status of World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer

• Winner of the Women's Choice Award for Best Luxury Goods Global BeverageWinner of the Women's Choice Award for Best Luxury Goods Global Beverage(Women's Journal)

2022

• Maintaining local networks in 180 countries worldwide and work with large global retail dropshipping companies
• Developed and launched over 1,250 product items in total
• Established agent partnerships with 700 major global buyers overseas
• Attended 30 major food fairs overseas annually(North America, Europe, Japan, Asia, CIS, Latin America, Middle East, etc.)
• Received Monde Selection Gold Award (14 items, including Amino Fiber, Brown SugarCaffe Latte, Beauty Collagen, Cocoking, and Linker Zero)
• Completed construction of Korea's top-notch OKF CORPORATION R&D Center in Andong Plant
• Completed construction of Line 15 of OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory), and completed construction of 7th Warehouse Logistics Center
• Developed and launched 52 new products
• Maintaining the status World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer(2012-present, Ministry of Knowledge Economy)
• Won the Venture Billion Trophy

2021

• Maintaining local networks in 180 countries worldwide and work with large global retail dropshipping companies
• Sold 42 OKF brands in major online and offline retailers in Korea
• Established an online official mall for domestic online businesses and launched Kakao & Naver Smart Store
• New certifications for Vegan, non-GMO, Gluten free, and Kosher
• Maintaining the status of World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer(2012-present, Ministry of Knowledge Economy)
• Selected and exclusively published interviews with successful export and market diversification companies in Korea's top five major media outlets, JoongAng Ilbo and Chosun Ilbo.
• Received Monde Selection Gold Award (9 winners, including Gold Yuzu Sparkling, Rice Meal, and Shine Muscat)
• Completed construction of Line 13 at OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)
• Developed and launched 52 new products

2020

• Build local networks in 180 countries around the world Take your local business to the next level
• Established agent partnerships with 600 major global buyers overseas
• Maintaining the status of a World Champion company
• Factory name change (OKF Beverage Co., Ltd.)
• Received Monde Selection Gold Award (Aloe Vera King, Musk Melon Drink, Hakka and Kings Sparking Water and 5 Alkaline Watter)
• Won Best New Product in U.S. Convenience Stores Award (watermelon drink)
• Completed construction of Line 12 of OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)

2010 ~ 2019

2019

• Developed and launched a total of 1,50 product items
• Established agent partnerships with 550 major global buyers overseas
• Attended 45 major food fairs overseas annually
• Received Monde Selection Gold Award (Farmer's Aloe Vera, Watermelon Drink, Aloe Sparkling)
• Selected for organic food certification at the Korea Organic Fair
• Participated in the Korea Food Expo hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
• Selected to participate in Global K-FOOD, attracting special envoys from government agencies
• Maintain World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer status(2012-present, Ministry of Knowledge Economy)
• The Korea Economic Daily - OKF, the No. 1 company in aloe juice (Sep 06)
• The Asian Economic Daily - Aloe juice company featured in Korean drama as a successful business in China (Nov 22)
• Selected as an outstanding product by KOTRA for distribution across 128 overseas offices
• JoongAng Ilbo - National Brand Award (Grand Prize for Aloe Drink)
• Selected as a featured product for India's K-Food Festival, garnering significant attention
• Completed construction of Line 11 at OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)

2018

• Extended the local network to cover 180 countries worldwide
• Established agent partnerships with 530 major global buyers overseas
• Attended 21 major food fairs overseas annually
• Received Monde Selection Gold Award(Smoothie)
• Winner of iTQi Award (5 products: Aloe Vera King, Coco, Hakka sparkling water, rice milk, and smoothies)
• OKF Multi Beverage Factory Andong Factory Smart Factory Construction Project Implementation
• Selected as an outstanding agri-food export company for the PyeongChang Olympics and participated in the event
• Participated in the 'Korean Festival' event for Korean agricultural products in Houston, USA
• Selected as an excellent company for aT agri-food export development products
• Selected as an outstanding company for 40 years of SMBA and published a booklet
• Company-affiliated research center certification (Andong)

• Participating in the Korean Food Culture Exhibition in Laos

• Attend K-Food event in Madrid, Spain

• Participated in a POP UP event for Korean consumer goods in Venezuela

• Selected as an outstanding PPL company at the Hallyu Expo in Moscow

• Participated in the Chuge Korean Food Exhibition by the river at the Purankfurth Museum

• Selected as a KOTRA CSR Excellence Company

• Korea Trade-Informatics FTA Export Supply Chain Origin Management System Implementation Project

• Completed construction of Line 10 at OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)

2017

• Maintained KOTRA World Champion status and recognized as a Best Practice Company
• Entered HDC Shilla Duty Free (Aloe Vera King)

• MBN News highlights OKF Beverage as a success story of Korean companies in Cambodia (Jun 22)

• Participated in the 35th Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition

• Participated in KOTRA Saudi Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Payment Mission to Korea

• Dong-A Ilbo - Interview with OKF, the No. 1 domestic company that exports 750 types of beverages to 160 countries (Dec 18)

• Maeil Business - Korean aloe juice popular in Southeast Asia (Jan 09)

• KOTRA's 'China Highway Project' selects and introduces best practice companies for China Development Program

• Selected as a KOTRA Export Excellence Company and conducted exclusive PPL for 

• Aloe Vera King for 'SBS Romantic Doctor Kim Teacher

• Maintain World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer status(2012-present, Ministry of Knowledge Economy)

• OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory) Completed construction of Factory 6 and Line 9, and completed construction of 3rd Warehouse Logistics Center

• World Confucian Culture Foundation Award (Andong)

• Andong, Gyeongbuk Awarded as a corporation for faithful payment of local taxes (Andong City Hall)

2016

• Selected as a KOTRA World Champion Company(2012-present)
• iTQi Award Winner (Aloe Vera King, Aloe Organic)
• Monde Selection Gold Award (Aloe Vera King, Aloe Organic)
• Maintained the status of World Class Goods and World Class Goods Producer(2012-present, Ministry of Knowledge Economy)
• Invited to participate in overseas economic missions organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy(Korea-Iran, Korea-Mexico, Korea-China)
• Designated as a Small Business Administration High Growth Export Enterprise
• Awarded the Order of National Reconstruction by the Government of Cambodia on 06.08
• Completed construction of Line 8 at OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)
• Named to the trade association's e-Power 300 list of online business excellence.(Korea International Trade Association, Korea Small Business Administration, KOTRA)
• Global Loyalty Awards recipient(Awarded the Grand Prize for Overseas Market Development (Food and Beverage Industry)
• Certified as an Excellent Company for Technology Assessment (NICE)

2015

• Extended the local network to cover 170 countries worldwide, including global distributors, importers, key vendors, and related institutions
• Developed and launched over 1,000 product items in total
• Established agent partnerships with 500 major global buyers overseas
• Reached $220 billion in international exports
• Attended 56 major food fairs overseas annually
• Complete BRC authentication
• iTQi Award Winner (Aloe Yogos King)
• Monde Selection Aloe Yogos King Bronze Award Winner
• Certified as a Small Business Administration High Growth Enterprise Designation (Small Business Administration)
• Technology Innovation Small Business Certification
• Completed construction of OKF Multi Beverage Factory's 5th factory (Andong Factory) (03.30)
• Industrial Packaging Award (Government of South Korea)
• Certified as an excellent company for job creation by the Governor of Gyeongbuk Province

2014

• Extended the local network to cover 160 countries worldwide, including global distributors, importers, key vendors, and related institutions
• Established agent partnerships with 450 major global buyers overseas
• Achieved 150 billion Korean won in overseas exports
• Completed 154 trademark registrations worldwide (180 total applications pending)
• Awarded the President Obama Award
• Awarded the Export Tower by President Park Geun-hye on the 51st Trade Day
• Obtained Korea HACCP 6 Category Certification
• Completed the construction of the 3rd logistics center for the OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory)
• Selected as a current world-class product and current world-class product producer for three consecutive years (Ministry of Knowledge Economy)
• Awarded by the Governor of Andong, Gyeongbuk (Export Category)
• Won three ITEM Innovation awards at the world-renowned SIAL Awards

2013

• Completed construction of OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory) 4th Factory (Jun 11), Completed construction of 2nd Logistics Center
• Established agent partnerships with 400 major global buyers overseas
• Completed 127 trademark registrations worldwide (180 total applications pending)
• Developed and launched the world's first Organic Aloe Water
• Listed in the SME Technology Innovation Competition
• Received the Monde Selection Gold Award in two categories: Organic Aloe and Aloe Water
• Recognized as the first Korean food company named Hidden Champion (Export-Import Bank)
• Designated as an Industrial Bank of Korea Global Star Company
• Awarded as an outstanding company for utilizing FTAs for all companies in Korea (President of Korea International Trade Association)
• Received the Minister of Trade and Industry Award

2012

• Established and recognized the OKF Beverage Technology Institute
• Completed the construction of OKF Multi Beverage Factory's third facility at the Andong Factory (Aug 30)
• Acknowledged as Current World Class Goods and Producers by the Ministry of Knowledge Economy
• Winner of the prestigious iTQi Award for excellence in the global food and beverage industry
• Winner of Beverage Innovation Finalist
• First company in Korea to achieve Kosher certification, endorsed by overseas buyers
• Recognized as a Patent Star (Patent and Trademark Office)
• Selected as a World Champ Company (KOTRA)
• Selected as a New Star Company (Credit Guarantee Fund)
• Received Kilbo A+Member Certification (Technical Assurance Fund)
• New Growth Company Award (Gyeongbuk Provincial Office)
• Awarded the Daegu Gyeongbuk Advanced Venture Industry Award
• Recognized as an excellent company for job creation (Gyeongbuk Provincial Office)
• Andong Factory Certified as a Technology Innovative Company and Management Innovative Company
• Andong Plant Productivity Management System (PMS) Certification (Korea Productivity Center)
• Developed and launched the world's first aloe tea (5 flavors) and aloe yogurt (7 flavors) beverages
• Operated 11 online biz sites for global cross-border online businesses (Alibaba.com, Compass, etc.)

2011

• Awarded by President Lee Myung-bak of the Republic of Korea for outstanding export achievements on 03.28
• Acknowledged with the Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and Food Export Tower
• Award by the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and Food

  Certified as a Kibo A+ Member by the Technical Assurance Fund

• Achieved Venture Capital Certification

• Completed construction of the second factory at the OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory) (Apr 05)

• Established local networks in 130 countries worldwide, encompassing distribution channels, import buyers, key vendors, institutions, and associated businesses

• Established partnerships with 248 major global buyers abroad

• Obtained FSSC 22000 certification (first in Korea)

• Launched operations on Alibaba.com, the world's premier business site, for expanding our online presence

• Attended 25 major food fairs overseas annually

2010

• Designated as a Global Powerhouse (Small Business Administration)
• Obtained New Small Business Certification (Mainbiz)"
• Awarded the American Masters Of Taste Award, a leading American food award
• Completed construction of the first factory at the OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory) on 03.10
• Established local networks in 120 countries worldwide, encompassing distribution channels, import buyers, key vendors, institutions, and associated businesses
• Developed and launched a total of 307 product items
• Partnered with 160 major global buyers overseas
• Received HACCP/ISO 22000 certification
• Successfully developed the world's first aloe drink series, comprising 25 varieties
• Attended 20 major food fairs overseas annually

2000 ~ 2009

2009

• Commemorated the groundbreaking ceremony for the OKF Multi Beverage Factory (Andong Factory) on 09.09
• Established international offices in the US and Europe (France)
• Extended the local network to cover 110 countries worldwide, including global distributors, importers, key vendors, and related institutions
• Established agent partnerships with 138 major international buyers
• Awarded the Monde Selection Award, the world's most prestigious food award, for Aloe Vera King
• Developed and launched a total of 254 product items
• Achieved Venture Capital Certification

2008

• Commenced the Andong Beverage Factory Project
• Established local networks in 100 countries worldwide, encompassing distribution channels, import buyers, key vendors, institutions, and associated businesses
• Developed and launched a total of 158 product items
• Winner of the iTQi Award, a leading international food and beverage evaluation organization
• Established agent partnerships with 120 major global buyers overseas
• Acknowledged by the Russian Minister of Agriculture
• Received the Russia Moscow Golden Medal, a distinguished award in the Russia & CIS region

2007

• Expanded local networks in 87 countries globally, including key institutions and related companies
• Developed and launched a total of 158 product items
• Partnered with 96 major global buyers overseas
• Received two distinguished company awards from significant government organizations (Small Business Administration Award, Minister of Trade and Industry Award)
• Registered the first FDA beverage factory in Korea
• Pioneered the current format of yuzu drink

2006

• Participated in the first Korean food exhibition in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
• Prominent international certifications based on cultural and regional standards - HALAL (Islamic dietary standards), GOST (Russian national standards)"
• Acknowledged as a national brand by the Mongolian government, receiving the "Medal of the President of Mongolia (Miikombo Enkhbold)"
• Selected as a Gyeonggi Internet Trade Frontier Company
• Recognized for exceptional export performance (Presidential Special Committee on Small and Medium Enterprises)
• Certified as a Seoul Headquarters Business Innovation Company (Mainbiz)

2005

• Formed partnerships with 66 major international buyers
• Awarded the Phillipine Marketing Excellence Award in 2005
• Winner of the esteemed Golden Europe Award
• Attained ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications for a comprehensive quality management system
• Launched a new Biz Site, Agrotarde, for online business operations

2004

• Established partnerships with 49 major global buyers internationally

• Currently offering 70+ product items with continuous development in progress
• Engaged in prominent food fairs across more than 30 countries, including SIAL in France, Istanbul in Turkey, and exhibitions in Japan, the U.S., Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Russia, and Brazil

2003

• Developed and launched over 60 product items
• Formed partnerships with 35 leading global buyers abroad
• Joined private label fairs in Germany, the U.S., and the Middle East for the advancement of new OKF brands, OEMs, and PB buyers
• Introduced the world's inaugural organic aloe drink, accredited by USDA and EU Organic Certification, marking a pioneering move in Korea
• Launched the world's first coconut jelly beverage, setting a new industry standard

2002

• Formed agent partnerships with 26 prominent global buyers abroad
• Created and introduced over 50 diverse product lines, notably including aloe drinks that have garnered significant attention internationally.
• Continual engagement in various international food fairs abroad (Japan, Hong Kong, USA, Singapore, Taiwan, Russia, etc.) and the SIAL fair in France.

2001

• Establishment of agent partnerships with 15 major global retailers
• Further expansion through active participation in major trade shows worldwide, including the establishment of a significant distribution market in Milano, Italy
• Organizing special exhibitions of Korean products in prominent Asian countries such as Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and Thailand, fostering key business relationships

2000

• OKF Corporation Conversion
• Establishment of agent partnerships with 8 major global buyers, expanding global market reach
• Engagement in the highly esteemed SIAL fair in France and participation in 20 major food fairs annually across Japan, Chicago, New York, Hong Kong, and more

~ 2000

1997

• Innovation of "Aloe Vera King," the first aloe vera beverage of its kind, leading to successful overseas exports
• Active participation in major international food fairs, including the renowned ANUGA fair in Germany and various exhibitions in Asia and Japan

1991~1996

• Successful development and launch of yuzu tea as the top export
• Introduction of 20 types of Korean food products for global export, including gim, kimchi, dumplings, ginseng, udon, and cold noodles

1990

• Establishment of OKF (Overseas Korea Food)