Innovative solutions to support the growth of your business customers

The financial landscape has never been so competitive, with Block (formerly known as Square) and fintech start-ups offering banking services and competing for your customers.¹ As a result, many Financial Institutions are seeking new ways to attract and retain customers. By partnering with Elavon, an experienced and trusted payments partner, your Financial Institution strengthens its place in the marketplace by building your brand loyalty, increasing value to business clients, and growing non-interest income without any expense.

Whether you are interested in a referral, agent or DIY/DIT experience, the Elavon Merchant Services partnership program can be tailored to your Financial Institution’s unique culture and future growth strategies with a keen focus on supporting your clients in the same manner they are receiving support from you today—as their trusted Financial Institution.

More than a processor, Elavon provides a full suite of innovative and secure payment solutions to support businesses of any size and in every industry. Our partners can trust us to deliver customized solutions and take care of their business clients' payment services from beginning to end.

Take this opportunity to stay ahead of your competitors while gaining a new, recurring non-interest income revenue. Contact our experienced partnership development team today and start helping your Financial Institution and business clients win more business.

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Partner testimonial

“We have a real partnership with Elavon. From Elavon’s Senior Management, to our General Manager, our local Sales Director and dedicated Sales Team, Elavon brings tremendous value to our customer’s banking relationships. It has become second nature for our employees to refer our customers to Elavon. We have confidence and pride that they will always provide products and services that our customers have come to expect from our Bank and our partners.”

A win-win partnership

Additional Revenue Stream

Generous profit share
Recurring revenue from active, signed accounts
Non-interest income without the risk

Premier Support

Dedicated channel that works exclusively with Financial Institutions
Experienced Partner Manager
Tailored partner programs
Dedicated Financial Institution hotline

Customer Loyalty

Deeper relationships with your business customers
Streamline customer experience with a tailored merchant program that matches the culture of your Financial Institution
Enhanced reputation as trusted financial experts

Innovative Payment Solutions

Global payment platform
Payment optimization
Faster funding options
Security solutions
Contactless payments
International currency conversion
Integrated POS and mobile solutions

Maximum Engagement

Sales incentive and lead generation programs
Co-branded marketing tools
Ongoing staff training
Collaborative culture to align with your company strategy

Reputation

Global presence with offices in 11 countries
Partnerships with more than 450 financial institutions worldwide
Nearly $450 billion in processed transactions yearly

Resources

Below find useful information about financial technology trends, our innovative payment solutions, and partnership program details.

eBook: Commercial Card Optimization

Commercial Card Optimization is a unique Elavon program that automates the time-consuming data collection process to help merchants lower their costs for accepting these business card types. There is no cost to start and no changes to their current business operations.

This program has successfully helped many of our partners target and win the largest customers in their market.

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Fintech solutions driving advantages for community banks

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Innovative Payment Solutions
Overview of Elavon's Partner Program

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Payment Optimization
Case study

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Payments Planning Guide
Industry trends for 2021 and beyond

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Our Team

Our experienced partnership development team is dedicated to your success. We will provide you with dedicated support, innovative business development and marketing tools, as well as ongoing staff and merchant training to help ensure greater growth and increased profitability.

Megan Miller
Vice President,
FI Partner Development

Megan is responsible for the expansion of Elavon’s Financial Institution partner base. Having started her career in banking she has a passion for helping bankers leverage a partnership with Elavon to achieve their overall growth strategies. Megan is a Nashville native and has worked within the banking and acquiring industry since 2009.

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Jacqueline Niles
Director,
New FI Partner Development

Within Jackie’s 15-year tenure with Elavon she has attained extensive experience understanding sophisticated partner needs and helping financial institutions execute change through a tailored partner approach. Based out of Wisconsin, Jackie develops new Community Bank and Credit Union partnerships throughout North America.

Lorie Worden
Director,
New FI Partner Development

Having joined the company in 2002, Lorie has held various roles at Elavon that have equipped her with a deep understanding of the merchant services industry and how to help Financial Institutions grow their non-interest income. Based out of Tennessee, Lorie drives new Regional and Community Bank and Credit Union partner growth throughout the Midwest and Northeast.

Tony Abbas
Director,
New FI Partner Development

Tony has a 14-year banking career that includes working within both the community bank and large regional bank environments. That experience offers a deep understanding of the unique needs of each potential financial institution partner and enables him to help financial institutions compete in the payment space. Based out of Maryland, Tony supports new partner relationships throughout the East Coast.

Stacy Simerale
Director,
New FI Partner Development

Having joined the company in 2001, Stacy offers comprehensive knowledge regarding the banking and merchant services industry. Stacy is keenly focused on helping Regional and Community Banks achieve their growth and revenue-generating strategies by partnering with Elavon. Based out of Ohio, Stacy develops new partner relationships throughout North America.

Laura McGowan
Director,
New FI Partner Development

Laura began her career at Elavon in 2012. Roles throughout the Financial and Partner Channels have provided her with a unique insight and understanding of our community bank and credit union partners. She takes pride in her consultative approach that enables her to develop a custom partnership approach for our financial partners. Laura is based out of East Tennessee and will focus on growth across North America.

Let's discuss how we can partner with you and drive long term growth

¹ "Square adds more tools for small businesses, in banking push", CNET website, Angelique Chatman, July 20, 2021

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