The Travel Franchise Bright at Global Franchise Awards 2025

Las Vegas played host to the prestigious Global Franchise Awards 2025 on 11 February during the International Franchise Association (IFA) convention, where the global franchising elite gathered to celebrate innovation and excellence. Presented by Jack Monson, CEO of Brand J and host of the Social Geek podcast, the ceremony honoured standout brands across 23 categories, judged by a panel of renowned franchise experts and international association leaders.

Among the night’s biggest winners was ERA Group, which claimed the coveted Global Franchise Grand Champion title, while The Travel Franchise secured the Regional Champion – Europe award, underscoring its growing influence in the industry.

ERA Group’s Triple Crown Achievement

ERA Group dominated the evening, walking away with three prestigious accolades. The Global Franchise Grand Champion award cemented their status as a titan in the franchising world, reflecting their exceptional innovation and global impact across more than 60 countries.

They also earned the Best Business & Professional Services Franchise title for the fifth time in eight years, a testament to their expertise in financial insights and cost management. Rounding out their trio of wins was the Regional Champion Americas, highlighting their robust expansion across the continent.

Mark Taylor, Global CEO of ERA Group, beamed with pride, stating, “These awards reflect the relentless dedication of our franchisees and support teams worldwide.”

The Travel Franchise Soars as Europe’s Regional Champion

Among the evening’s regional winners, The Travel Franchise emerged as a standout, clinching the Regional Champion – Europe title alongside their Best Lifestyle Franchise award. This dual recognition celebrates their innovative approach to offering personalised travel experiences and their impressive growth across European markets.

Known for empowering franchisees with comprehensive training and cutting-edge tools, The Travel Franchise has carved a niche in the travel and leisure lifestyle sector, appealing to entrepreneurs passionate about travel. Their success at the awards underscores their ability to blend customer-centric services with a scalable business model, making them a beacon of excellence in the European franchising landscape.

Diverse Winners and Industry Excellence

The Global Franchise Awards 2025 showcased the breadth of talent within the industry. From School of Rock (Best Children’s Service & Education Franchise) to Orangetheory Fitness (Best Fitness Franchise) and IHOP (Best Food & Drink Franchise – Desserts), the winners spanned a variety of sectors.

Reshift Media also celebrated a notable victory, securing Best Marketing & PR Firm for the third consecutive year, a nod to their tailored digital marketing solutions for franchises. Meanwhile, Michael Seid’s induction into the Global Franchise Hall of Fame marked a career of transformative contributions to the field.

A Global Stage for Franchising Innovation

Judged by an esteemed panel, including Cristina Matos of the Portuguese Franchise Association and Pip Wilkins of the British Franchise Association, the awards highlighted the vibrancy of global franchising. Other regional champions included City Cave (Asia-Pacific) and ALBAIK (Middle East & Africa), showcasing the industry’s worldwide reach.

As the night concluded, the spotlight remained on winners like ERA Group and The Travel Franchise, whose achievements signal a bright future for franchising innovation and growth. For more details on the winners, visit Global Franchise.