
My name is Murat Yilmaz, and for 30+ years I’ve built, operated, scaled, and supported businesses in:
Türkiye – hospitality and tourism
South Africa – Hospitality operations, distribution, manufacturing ,retail
United Kingdom – Property, renovation,market entry, partner development
I understand the exact challenges international businesses face when entering a new market — because I have lived through them myself.
What Makes Growth Fork Different
1. We Are Operators — Not Just Consultants
We build systems, partners, teams, logistics, and market presence.
We don’t just “give a report” — we help execute the plan.
2. We Understand Turkish South African Business Culture
From decision-making to negotiation styles to communication expectations, we know how Turkish companies think and what they value.
3. We Combine UK Practicality With Turkish Business Speed
A hybrid approach:
UK structure + Turkish agility = perfect for fast market entry.
4. We Deliver Clarity, Confidence, and Compliance
You always know:
• What’s happening
• What comes next
• What decisions you need to make
• What risks are being handled
5. Every Client Works Directly With the Founder
No junior consultants.
No outsourcing your project.
You work directly with me — the person with the experience.
To help international businesses enter the UK market safely, strategically, and with full confidence, using a clear and structured approach that removes risk and confusion.
The Growth Fork Method
A 5-step framework built on decades of cross-border business experience:
Strategy – Market research, feasibility, positioning
Setup – Legal formation, tax, compliance
Partnerships – Distributors, suppliers, local networks
Operations – Logistics, systems, staffing, on-the-ground support
Growth – Branding, marketing, ongoing expansion support
This system ensures your UK entry is organized, legal, and built for long-term success.
30+ years international business experience
Successfully managed 150+ person restaurant operation
Built profitable businesses across 4 different industries
Successful business transitions and strategic exits
Multi-cultural business expertise (Turkish, English, Afrikaans)
Current UK market knowledge and established network
Franchise system experience and independent business success
Member of abm and Mentor on Help to Grow.
