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ERA Group wins Global Franchise Awards for the third time in a row
ERA Group was recently named Global Franchise Grand Champion 2025, the highest honor for excellence, innovation and impact in the franchise industry, for the third consecutive year.
In addition, the company was recognized as the #1 global franchise company in the Business & Professional Services category for the fifth time in the last eight years and also earned the title of Regional Champion – Americas.
The Global Franchise Awards are known for their rigorous judging process, which evaluates criteria such as global expansion plans, franchisee support, marketing innovation and contributions to the international franchise industry. This year’s judging panel included industry leaders such as Cristina Matos, CEO of the Portuguese Franchise Association, and Pip Wilkins, CEO of the UK Franchise Association.
"Winning these awards is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our franchisees and support teams worldwide," said Mark Taylor (Global CEO, ERA Group). "Being named the Global Franchise Grand Champion is an incredible honor. The quality of finalists was truly world class and to be acknowledged as the number one franchise organisation globally is an outstanding recognition that reflects the success of ERA Group in more than 60 countries.”
A pioneer in business and professional services franchising
Winning the Best Business & Professional Services Franchise 2025 award is particularly significant for the ERA Group. Over 30 years ago, in 1992, ERA was one of the first companies to create the franchising niche for professional and business services, shaping an industry that is still thriving today.
By providing international insight, local expertise and customized solutions, ERA Group has helped thousands of businesses worldwide improve their financial flexibility, gain competitive advantage and increase their long-term profitability.
Reflecting on this milestone, Fred Marfleet, Executive Chairman of ERA Group, said: "From the beginning, ERA was built on the belief that businesses of all sizes could benefit from expert financial insights, cost management strategies, and supplier negotiations. This award reaffirms the strength of our model and the incredible impact our franchisees make worldwide. We are honored to be recognized as the best in our category."
Strengthening the market position on the American continent
The "Regional Champion – Americas 2025" award underlines the continuous growth and success of the ERA Group in North and Latin America. Over the years, the franchise has built a strong presence in the North American market by providing innovative cost management solutions and helping companies overcome economic challenges.
ERA franchisees in North America are highly skilled professionals who consistently deliver exceptional value to their clients, leveraging the brand’s extensive resources and global network. At the same time, the ERA Group network in Latin America is experiencing rapid growth, replicating this success by expanding the franchise network and providing strategic solutions to a growing client portfolio.
ERA Group's recognition in multiple award categories confirms its position as a leader in the franchise sector, committed to providing exceptional value and ongoing support to its global franchise network.
ERA Group in Romania
ERA Group has been present in Romania since 2011 and is managed locally by Remus Hîrceagă, who has over 30 years of experience in various business areas.
In Romania, ERA Group has a team of 4 partners and 9 consultants serving a diversified client portfolio in the food, agriculture, logistics and distribution, retail, oil and gas and manufacturing sectors.
"Our business philosophy is simple: your profit is our success. Clients who do not receive added value from the ERA Group’s services do not pay for our services. In the local market, our clients benefit from all the expertise of ERA Group at a global level, as well as from a network of consultants with valuable knowledge in various industries and sectors," said Remus Hîrceagă, Country Manager of ERA Group Romania.
About the ERA Group
Founded in 1992, ERA Group has grown from a training-focused company to a leading global cost optimization consultancy operating in over 50 countries on six continents.
ERA Group’s recent expansion into Africa, the Middle East and Asia with a network of over 1,000 partners and consultants underscores the company's commitment to providing specialized expertise in more than 50 cost categories and hundreds of sub-categories, adapting to the specific needs of different industries.
