Company Overview

About Company

NK Mates trading and investment overview

NK Mates LLC operates across two core business areas: Trading and Investment.

Founded in 2025, NK Mates is a global trading and investment company built on trust, expertise, and long-term partnership. In the trading sector, we specialize in agricultural commodities and food products, supported by deep industry knowledge and a strong international network. As the exclusive agent of ETG Commodities B.V. in Korea, we connect global resources with the Korean market while expanding premium Korean products to international buyers.

In addition to trading, NK Mates is actively engaged in a broad range of investment businesses, including public equities, venture investments, private equity, unlisted stocks, real estate, and foreign exchange markets. Through strategic and diversified investments, we aim to create sustainable opportunities, support business innovation, and generate long-term value in the global market.

Trading Investment Long-term Partnership

Irene Noh CEO, NK Mates

CEO Profile

About CEO

Irene Noh

Agricultural commodities professional with over 15 years of experience in international trade.

Former Country Manager, Bunge Korea Inc.
Former Country Manager, Viterra Korea Inc.
Former Manager, Glencore Korea Inc.
Certified Investment Asset Manager (South Korea)
M.A. in International Commerce, Seoul National University
Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Sociology, University of British Columbia

Our Philosophy

Trusted partnership beyond transactions

“NK” comes from the initials of the founder and her family — the “N” from the CEO’s family name, Noh, and the “K” from Kim, the family name of her husband and children.

The name reflects responsibility, sincerity, and a strong sense of commitment behind every business decision.

“Mates” represents trusted partnership beyond business. We do not simply move products — we build reliable relationships and create sustainable value with every partner.

Message From CEO

Trust, speed, and clarity in every decision

At NK Mates, we believe that success in both Trading and Investment begins with a clear understanding of the goal and the ability to identify practical and effective ways to achieve it. While the industries may differ, they share a common foundation — the importance of timely, well-informed decision-making.

In rapidly changing global markets, trust, speed, and clarity are essential. NK Mates is committed to making responsible and strategic business decisions through transparent communication, thorough market research, and deep market understanding.

We strive to build long-term partnerships based on trust and mutual growth, creating sustainable value and meaningful opportunities together with our partners around the world.

Trusted partner in value creation