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Create value for your clients, while growing your own business

Leverage your expertise and collaborate with an international network of professionals

Start your consulting journey with the world's #1 business franchise

Complete the Contact Form to Receive our Franchise Brochure and Start your Discovery Journey Today!

Welcome to the ERA Group, the world’s leading franchise opportunity in business strategy, supply chain, and cost management and winner of Global Franchise Awards ‘Best White-Collar Franchise 2024’.

With over three decades of experience, ERA Group has established itself as the premier destination for professionals seeking to start their own consultancy businesses. Our franchise opportunity offers you a unique blend of autonomy, support, and potential for growth, making it an ideal choice for aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide.

You’ll have the chance to leverage our proven business model and collaborate with your peers to deliver unmatched value to clients while maximizing your earning potential.

With access to a network of specialists, award-winning business support, and recurring income streams, you’ll be equipped with the tools and resources needed to thrive.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for a new challenge or an aspiring entrepreneur ready to take the leap, ERA provides the platform and support to turn your aspirations into reality.

Explore our website to learn more about the franchise opportunity, hear from current franchisees, and take the first step towards building a successful consultancy business with the support of a global leader in cost management consulting.

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Complete the Contact Form to Receive our Franchise Brochure and Start your Discovery Journey Today!

"You can build your ERA business to whatever degree you want, the sky's the limit. There's no stopping point, you can grow it to any capacity that you see fit for your business."

Becky Kalinowski, ERA Group Franchisee (USA)

ERA Group explained
Illuminating opportunities for your clients

This year, we proudly unveil our new brand identity with the launch of the ERA Group, formerly Expense Reduction Analysts.

This decision to rebrand marks a significant milestone in our evolution as a leading franchise opportunity.

Over the past three decades, we have established ourselves as a prominent player in the cost consultancy sector. However, our value proposition extends far beyond just expense reduction.

From enhancing operational efficiency to providing invaluable insights and expertise, we empower businesses to thrive in today’s dynamic landscape, driving transformative change and enabling sustainable growth.

Local knowledge, global reach

Our ‘No Win, No Fee’ value proposition stands as a cornerstone of our franchisees’ commitment to their clients, offering unparalleled value.

Our international network of strategists and implementation experts, or as we like to say ‘thinkers’ and ‘doers’, bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to shrink costs and grow value.

Clients only pay when savings are realized, reflecting ERA Group’s commitment to delivering tangible results and mitigating financial risk.

By invoicing based on the realized savings rather than the time invested, it opens the door for substantial income growth with each successfully delivered project.

What makes ERA Group different?
A tried and tested business model, shaped by you


Collaboration at the heart of our success

For more than 30 years, we’ve evolved and perfected our unique delivery model which encourages you to ‘joint-venture’ with your colleagues, forming project delivery teams dedicated to your clients.

By tapping into our extensive network of more than 1000 consultants worldwide, you will provide your clients with a level of expertise that neither they, nor any competitor, can match.

An attractive, ‘No Win, No Fee’ value proposition

We not only base our fees on the savings we secure but also remain committed to ensuring those savings are realized, guaranteeing our clients receive full value from our services.

Moreover, as a business owner, because your income is directly tied to the savings attained, each project presents an opportunity to generate substantial earnings.

World-class support in every aspect of your business

We are invested in your success.

Across our various support centers worldwide, we have dedicated teams of staff delivering support in a variety of different areas vital to your success. Whether it’s training, technology, marketing, or operations, we’re committed to empowering your business growth.

We’ve helped thousands of clients
Here are just a few...

"What interested me most about the business model was how attractive a value proposition it is for clients. Sharing the success is something that really adds a lot of value and little risk for the clients."

Manuel Velázquez, ERA Group Franchisee (Spain)

What do you need to succeed?
A network of thinkers & doers

Our franchisees come from all types of professional backgrounds across all types of industries. The thing they all have in common is a desire to take control of their lives, earn what they deserve and put their experience to use.

Hunger, proactivity, ambition and energy – combining these core pillars with your corporate experience is the rock-solid foundation from which you can build a truly successful business with ERA.

You must also be comfortable and confident when dealing with people – success is dependent on forging strong relationships with your clients’ C-suite. And the stronger these relationships are, the more areas of each business you will be invited to optimize, thus leading to more hidden profit to uncover and share.

Ultimately, what you put into it is what you get out of it – if you’re driven to succeed, our tried and trusted model and world-class support network can help deliver the results you want.

Sounds like something you want to be part of?

Then we’re ready to hear from you.

The key skills you need to succeed:

  • A desire to succeed in business
  • Confident and credible professional
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Ability to develop and build client relationships
  • Experience & familiarity with the corporate world

 

"Being the founder of a start-up business, I understood what it takes for a business to survive, and ERA Group provided the right network and model for success."

Annamaria Varga - ERA Group Franchisee (Australia)

Why join ERA Group?
The benefits of being in business for yourself...

 

Choosing to power your future prospects with an ERA franchise is a fantastic choice for many reasons – not least because it presents a low-cost, low-risk opportunity to build and scale a business you’ll be proud to call your own.

Alongside your own personal experience, this powerful combination of training, support and collaboration will equip you with all the tools you need to build your own successful ERA consultancy.

The many benefits of advancing forwards with ERA include:

A 10-year renewable franchise licence

World-class training program

In-field dedicated support & mentoring

‘No Win, No Fee’ value proposition

Ongoing marketing & sales support

A proven methodology for cost reduction

Bespoke IT systems with 24-hour support

Collaboration with a global network of 1000+

Low operating costs and high income potential

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Our Story & Vision
The journey behind our brand

Understanding where we came from helps you connect with our culture, and our vision keeps us all moving in the same direction.

Fred Marfleet, the founder of ERA Group, shares how he started the ERA brand over 30 years ago and how it’s grown since then.

Mark Taylor, our Global CEO, talks about his plans for the future, and Dr. Arnd Halbach, our Head of Global Franchise Development, emphasizes the importance of our franchisees in expanding our global reach.

Our global leadership team also provides insights into our international operations and the significant impact our services have on organizations worldwide.

 

Fred Marfleet

(ERA Group Founder)

Mark Taylor

(ERA Group Global CEO)

Arnd Halbach

(Global Head of Network Development)

Leadership Team

(Global)

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"The future is bright for the ERA Group. After refining our services over more than 30 years, today we’re a global leader and help over 5000 clients in more than 50 countries. Our franchisees can build on that success"

Fred Marfleet - ERA Group Founder & Chairman

Our Franchisees
Harness the power of ERA’s global network

Our franchisees come from all sorts of professional backgrounds like finance, management, sales, and consulting.

They each bring their own unique skills and expertise to the table, which makes our team incredibly diverse and strong.

This mix of different experiences and knowledge helps us work together better. You get to tap into your colleague’s specialized skills, making it easier to come up with well-rounded solutions for our clients. By collaborating, we can tackle tough challenges more effectively.

Together, we can achieve more, growing our business and delivering tangible value to our clients.

 

 

Larry Smith

(USA)

Laura Mangiaracina

(Italy)

Jessica Schütz

(Germany)

Manuel Velázquez

(Spain)

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“Over the last few years my business has experienced significant growth, so much so that I had to employ additional staff. I am now focused on building my business to generate 7-figure revenues.”

Charles Reid, ERA Group Franchisee (UK)

How we support you
Invested in your success

You can rely on world-class business support in every area of your business.

ERA has, for years, invested heavily in our global support team to provide our franchisees with the perfect platform to launch and grow their businesses. Across our various support centers worldwide, we have dedicated teams of staff delivering support in a variety of different areas vital to success.

It all starts with your initial training, onboarding and access to advanced tools and methodologies aiding you in client acquisition and management as well as in navigating complex financial landscapes and delivering value to your clients. Once you’re onboarded, you receive marketing, operational and local business support to help you scale your activity and grow your success.

Business Development

Training

Marketing

Technology

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"One of the wonderful things about ERA Group is the support network we have, both at the franchisor level and also within the franchisee network."

Mark Taylor - ERA Group Global CEO

Frequently asked questions
Here are a few questions we often get asked...

How does the ERA franchise model work?

The ERA model is based around an attractive “No Win, No Fee” business proposition to clients, with franchisees sharing in what they are able to save their clients. This offers exceptional earnings potential and the ability for you to really get out of the business what you put in – how many people chained to a desk in their employer’s office can say the same?

What’s more, our processes are backed by a steadfast attitude and ethics – treating fellow business owners and clients alike with the utmost respect and values. In short, ERA believes in doing things properly.

Potential returns

ERA’s prosperous business model allows franchisees to build a recurring monthly income stream with typically 60-70% net profit – returns which are made all the more exceptional by the considerably low overheads your business will require.

The financial rewards are what you make them to be.

Typically, solo consultants have the potential to earn a very lucrative 6-figure income – but why stop there? Growing your practice to hire more consultants can see your earnings at least double.

What support do I receive?

We know how tough the first year of starting any business can be, no matter how dedicated you are or how honed your skills may be. That’s why we have cultivated a dedicated in-house franchisee support program to give your consultancy the powerful boost it needs to thrive quickly.

This will cover your initial 2 weeks training followed by regular interactions from our Academy team during your business start-up. We’ll also get your IT systems set up and introduce you to our in-house marketing team before you meet up with your local support team and business mentor.

Your target clients

Your target clients will be businesses with annual turnovers of 10m- 100m+. Leveraging any existing C-suite commercial relationships will see you get off to a flying start, and the experienced ERA support team will guide you thereafter with proven lead generation strategies.

The number of clients you attract is less important than the number of projects – meaning it’s ideal to foster enduring relationships in which clients provide you with multiple projects to work on.

Your investment

Starting up with ERA is a low-cost, low-risk way to grow your own business within a network of like-minded, driven and successful people.

Indeed, there are almost no fixed costs to running your consultancy: there are no printed materials and no essential need for a dedicated office; all you really need is a laptop and a method of travel when required.

There are different territories and licence types available internationally.

One of our team will happily run through the pricing structure on a scheduled call and can answer any questions there and then.

Can I operate the business on a part-time basis?

When setting up a business, the rate of growth will depend hugely on the amount of effort put in at the beginning.

With this in mind, we would recommend that you start an ERA franchise on a full-time basis. That being said, after successfully establishing a pipeline of clients, some franchisees manage to sustain a significant income on reduced hours.

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Getting Started
Learn more today!

These simple next steps offer complete transparency as we help you map out the journey to owning your very own successful business. There’s no time pressure, and we’re on hand to assist with every question or concern. Once you fill in the form to receive the ERA franchise brochure, these are the next best steps take:

     Introduction Meeting

     Franchise Opportunity Webinar

     Follow Up Meeting

     Franchise Disclosure Document

     Business Planning

     Discovery Day

     Signature Meeting

     Foundation Training

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"If you're interested to explore this opportunity, we have a clearly defined process and we'd be very happy to take you through the different steps to educate you about what's possible and how you can build your own consulting business."

Arnd Halbach - ERA Group Global Head of Franchise Development

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Complete the Contact Form to Receive our Franchise Brochure and Start your Discovery Journey Today!