ERA Group Accelerates Growth with Horizon Capital's $70m Commitment

Deal News | May 23, 2025 | Horizon Capital

ERA Group Accelerates Growth with Horizon Capital's $70m Commitment

Horizon Capital has committed a significant $70 million investment in ERA Group, a leading global cost optimization and supply chain consulting firm. This investment, the second from Horizon Fund III, is aimed at propelling ERA’s growth through both organic methods and targeted acquisitions. Founded in 1992, ERA serves a global network with over 1,000 consultants and 750 franchise partners, focusing on SME customers worldwide. As part of the transaction, Matthew Eatough, founder of Proxima, joins ERA's Board as Chairman, aiming to support ERA's future scaling. ERA's CEO, Mark Taylor, states that the investment will enhance their technology investments and optimize client solutions. The deal is scheduled to complete on May 30th.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Consulting

Geography

  • Global – ERA Group operates in over 60 countries worldwide, indicating the global nature of its operations and Horizon Capital's investment reach.

Industry

  • Private Equity – Horizon Capital is a private equity firm making a strategic investment in ERA Group.
  • Consulting – ERA Group operates in the consulting industry, providing cost optimization and supply chain consulting services globally.

Financials

  • 70 million – The financial commitment made by Horizon Capital to ERA Group.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
ERA GroupTarget CompanyCompanyA global leader in cost optimization and supply chain consulting, servicing SME customers.
Horizon CapitalBidding Company/InvestorCompanyA private equity firm providing growth capital to support ERA Group.
Mark TaylorGlobal CEOPersonCEO of ERA Group, leading the company's growth strategy.
Matthew EatoughNon-Executive ChairmanPersonNew Chairman of ERA Group, bringing extensive experience in supply chain consulting.