ERA Group

ERA Group

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Business Services · Education

Investment min
$76K
Total: $76K–$105.9K
Avg gross revenue
$269K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$69.9K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
15% of Net Cumulative Receipts or $1,051.65 per month for the first 36 months, then $1,314.56 per month
Locations
161
Franchising since 2002

Description

What is ERA Group?

Business consulting focused on identifying cost savings across vendor categories without requiring vendor changes

ERA Group is an executive-level consulting franchise designed for experienced professionals who want to leverage their business background to build a relationship-driven advisory business with recurring revenue potential.

Rather than selling products or managing employees in a traditional brick-and-mortar operation, ERA consultants work directly with business owners and leadership teams to help organizations improve profitability by identifying cost savings and operational efficiencies across dozens of vendor categories.

Key points brokers should emphasize:

  • Executive-level, B2B consulting model — Ideal for professionals with leadership, finance, operations, sales, or business development experience.
  • Relationship-driven business — Success comes from building trust and long-term client relationships, not cold calling or transactional selling.
  • Asset-light and home-based — No inventory, retail storefront, or large staffing requirements.
  • Proven global brand — Founded in 1992 with a presence in 60+ countries and thousands of completed client engagements.
  • Strong support structure — Franchisees leverage ERA’s proprietary tools, benchmarking data, subject-matter experts, and collaborative global network.
  • Meaningful client impact — Consultants help businesses improve cash flow, reduce waste, and strengthen EBITDA without requiring clients to change vendors or sacrifice quality.
  • Appeals to experienced professionals seeking a second career or business ownership — Particularly attractive to executives, consultants, former corporate leaders, and professionals looking to transition into a flexible, expertise-driven business model.

  • B2B spend management
  • Indirect procurement consulting
  • CFO-focused clientele
  • Executive franchisee model
  • Mid-market business focus
  • Finance professional-led

Location Analysis

Where ERA Group wins

The franchise follows a consultant-based network model where franchisees typically work from home or small offices rather than retail locations. Coverage tends to follow business-density corridors where mid-market employers concentrate, with an international network structure distributing units across many countries. Viability is not tied to residential population; instead, it depends on the density of mid-market employers and multi-site organizations within reach. Client organizations typically have meaningful recurring overhead and supplier spend, particularly in manufacturing, healthcare, education, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors. The collaborative project delivery model allows consultants to serve clients beyond their immediate locality. Prospective franchisees should validate the presence of mid-market and multi-site organizations in their territory, along with sufficient overhead and supplier spend levels among target clients.
Total Locations
161
Franchise units
161
Corporate locations
0
Avg. sq. footage
N/A
Territory check

Is your territory available?

We'll take you through a few quick questions, then ERA Group confirms availability directly.

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Availability
CanadaInternational

Financial Analysis

The numbers behind ERA Group

Avg gross revenue$268,982
Investment range$76,000 – $105,900
Investment midpoint$90,950
Brand fund—
Royalty15% of Net Cumulative Receipts or $1,051.65 per month for the first 36 months, then $1,314.56 per month
Franchise fee$69,900
Min. net worth$150,000
Min. liquid capital$140,000

Veteran discount available

ERA Group participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

ERA Group operates in the business services sector with an education subsector focus. The investment range spans $76,000 to $105,900, with a franchise fee of $69,900. Founded in 1992, the network has grown to 161 units. Reported gross revenue is $268,982. The consultant-based model typically operates from home or small offices rather than requiring customer-facing storefronts, which aligns with the lower capital requirements. The business targets experienced executives and senior managers transitioning into B2B consulting, focusing on cost and supplier analysis for mid-sized organizations. The model emphasizes consultative, relationship-led business development across sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, education, hospitality, and nonprofits. An international network structure distributes units across multiple countries rather than concentrated domestic markets.
Did you know? ERA Group is a business services franchise in the education subsector. The investment range is $76,000 to $105,900. The franchise fee is $69,900. Founded in 1992, the network includes 161 units operating in a consultant-based model, typically from home or small offices serving mid-market organizations with cost and supplier analysis.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How ERA Group works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$76K–$105.9K
Most common
$76,000
Minimum
$90,950
Midpoint
$105,900
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $90,950 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$269K
YOY change
—

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, ERA Group has an average gross revenue of $269K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

Franchise footprint

+22% YoY
196 units open as of 2026 FDD+35 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for ERA Group's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
Members only
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a ERA Group franchise typically ranges between $76,000.00 and $105,900.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

ERA Group
ERA Group
$269K avg revenue · 161+ US franchises