Mercedes Erra is a great businesswoman, and 2004 was a great year for her.
First, she became a Chevalier de la Legion d'honneur for her contribution to the French economy, and also because she improved the role of women in French society.
Then, a few months later, the Financial Times ranked her one of Europe's top 25 women in business.
he was born in Spain and went to France at the age of six.