SEAA Podcast | Identity and Biometrics with Electronic Verification Services
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
Release Date: 04/25/2024
The Future of High-Risk Payments Starts Here: Qredible + Sunfire POS
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
What if the biggest threat to your business isn't sales—it's compliance? In this episode of the SEAA Podcast, sits down with (Qredible) and (Sunfire POS) to discuss how the payments industry is evolving and why traditional underwriting is failing merchants in regulated industries. From CBD and vape to peptides, nutraceuticals, and other high-risk verticals, they break down the technology that's changing compliance from a reactive process into a proactive competitive advantage. You'll hear how and have partnered to create a fully integrated compliance and point-of-sale solution that...
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CardFlight’s Vision for the Future of Merchant Payments
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode of the Podcast, host sits down with , Senior Account Manager, and , Partnership Support Associate, from to discuss how is evolving beyond traditional payment acceptance and helping merchants run smarter, more efficient businesses. The conversation explores CardFlight's recently launched , including integrations like QuickBooks Online Sync, appointment scheduling, text loyalty, and review management. Ashley and Rinda share how merchant and reseller feedback directly influences product development and what’s driving adoption across the channel. Bill also dives into some of...
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Allen Kopelman Reveals the Next Big Shift in Payments and Fintech
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, Bill Glass sits down with Allen Kopelman, Co-Founder and CEO of Nationwide Payment Systems, to discuss the evolution of the payments industry and where it's headed next. Allen shares his journey from restaurant owner to payments executive, offering insights on merchant services, fintech innovation, embedded finance, software solutions, and the strategies businesses can use to stay competitive in an increasingly digital world. They also explore how value-added services like lending, payroll, invoicing, and recurring billing are transforming merchant relationships and creating...
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Build vs Buy: The Software Decision That Can Make or Break a Payments Company
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, SEAA sits down with Adam Dill and Josh Adams, co-founders of DBA, to discuss how custom software is transforming modern payments infrastructure. Drawing from their experience building high-performance systems across fintech and other industries, they break down the key considerations payment companies face when deciding whether to build custom software or rely on off-the-shelf solutions. The conversation covers ROI, long-term maintenance costs, compliance requirements, and why a strong back-office architecture is critical to keeping payment systems running smoothly. The...
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Payroll, People, and Policy: Strengthening Businesses Through Smarter Operations
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, Lauren Tarbuk of Magnify Payroll sits down with Bill Glass of SEAA for an engaging conversation on the critical role payroll, compliance, and operational strategy play in building resilient organizations. Together, they explore how businesses can better support their workforce while navigating regulatory complexity, industry challenges, and growth opportunities. From the importance of choosing the right payroll partner to understanding how advocacy and education strengthen employers, this discussion offers practical insights for business leaders looking to streamline...
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Powering Payments: A Candid Conversation with PayProTec
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, Nate Manahan of PayProTec sits down with Bill Glass of SEAA for an in-depth conversation on the evolving payments landscape and what it takes to succeed in today’s merchant services ecosystem. Together, they explore real-world perspectives on payment processing, operational challenges, risk management, and how providers can better support merchants in an increasingly complex and regulated environment. Nate shares insights from PayProTec’s experience working with merchants and partners, while Bill brings an industry-wide lens shaped by advocacy, compliance, and growth...
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Rate Tracker: The Silent Weapon in an Agent’s Toolbox
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, we’re talking with Daniel Ridley at Rate Tracker, a fintech company focused on bringing transparency to payment processing. Rate Tracker helps businesses understand, monitor, and optimize their credit card processing fees, an area that’s traditionally confusing and full of hidden costs. Their core product automatically tracks processing rates and alerts businesses when fees change, giving owners clear visibility into what they’re paying and why. Beyond software, Rate Tracker also offers payment processing solutions, POS systems, business lending, and financial health...
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Qredible: Compliance, Credibility, and the Future of Regulated Commerce
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, Noah Fitzgerald of Qredible sits down with Bill Glass of the SEAA for a candid conversation on why trust and verification have become mission-critical in today’s regulated industries. Together, they explore how enhanced background checks, compliance standards, and transparent credentialing are reshaping how businesses operate in high-risk, highly scrutinized markets. From firearms and specialty commerce to payments, partnerships, and platform access, Bill and Noah break down what regulators, consumers, and financial partners increasingly expect—and what businesses must do...
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Bridging Payments & POS: A Candid Conversation with SEAA and RSPA
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
In this episode, Bill Glass of the Southeast Acquirers Association (SEAA) sits down with Jim Roddy of the Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA) for an engaging conversation on the evolving relationship between payments, POS, and the broader merchant services ecosystem. Together, they explore how acquirers, ISOs, VARs, and technology providers are navigating rapid industry change—from shifting merchant expectations and embedded payments to the growing importance of collaboration between payments professionals and retail technology providers. Jim shares insights from the RSPA...
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Inside Impact Techlab: Building the Future of Fintech & Payment Technologies
SEAA | Southeast Acquirers Association
Impact Techlab is a technology innovation firm focused on building and scaling Fintech and Payment Technologies that help businesses modernize how money moves, data flows, and users engage with financial products. The company partners with startups and established enterprises to design and develop custom digital platforms, web and mobile applications, and payment-enabled solutions that prioritize security, performance, and user experience. By combining deep technical expertise with a product-driven mindset, Impact Techlab supports the full lifecycle of fintech innovation—from strategy and...
info_outlineWelcome to the SEAA podcast, where we explore the world of payment processing and fintech innovations. Today, we're discussing Identity Verification, Fraud Tools, and Biometrics with Eric Knapp at Electronic Verification Systems.
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