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Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: 1989 (current form; legacy roots date back to 1849)
• Headquarters Location: London, United Kingdom
• Ownership: Private partnership (Ernst \& Young Global Limited, network of member firms
• Key Executives: Janet Truncale (Global Chair and CEO, effective July 1, 2024)
• Number of Locations: 700+ offices in over 150 countries; 400,000+ employees globally
• Public Contact: General phone: +44 20 7951 2000 (Head Office); Website Contact: https://ey.com/contact-us

Company Overview

EY is a global professional services leader providing assurance, tax, consulting, strategy, and transaction advisory services to organizations worldwide. Its mission is "Building a better working world" by delivering insights and services that promote trust, sustainable growth, and operational excellence for clients—including franchise brands and multi-unit businesses.

Services Offered

• Audit and assurance services, supporting regulatory compliance and operational transparency for franchise networks.
• Tax planning, global compliance, and transaction tax advisory with multi-jurisdiction support for franchisors and franchisees.
• Consulting, including performance improvement, digital transformation, risk management, and technology solutions tailored for scaling operations.
• Strategy and transactions, assisting with M\&A, business valuation, franchise expansion, and restructuring initiatives.

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: EY serves all major industries—including QSR, retail, real estate, financial services, and more—leveraging deep sector and franchise experience.
• Key Benefits:
  • Offers integrated financial, regulatory, and operational solutions for complex multi-unit/franchise environments.
  • Supports efficient multi-location operations through advanced technology, risk, and compliance tools—critical for scaling and due diligence.
  • Enables franchise systems to meet evolving international standards, streamline finance functions, and enhance strategic decision-making.[^8][^7]
• Franchise Expertise: EY's extensive experience includes service to leading franchise brands globally, contributions to industry case studies, and a portfolio of whitepapers addressing franchise-related business and financial challenges; the dedicated team possesses cross-border and multi-unit specialist knowledge.