Paul Boyd has been Named Executive Vice President of Business Development at MeritCard Solutions

MeritCard is a leading provider of credit/debit/prepaid card processing, check and payments services. As VP of Business Development, Paul will lead MeritCard's overall referral partner strategy and is responsible for maintaining and growing these crucial relationships.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) July 23, 2008

Mr. Boyd brings more than 16 years of leadership experience to MeritCard. His appointment to VP is part of the company's dedicated strategy to partnerships and referral opportunities.

"I've worked with Paul in the past and was always impressed with his work ethic and etiquette," says Chris Shultz, Chief Operating Officer and Principal at MeritCard. "We set extremely high standards and the addition of Paul to our team ensures continuity in these standards. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge of the industry and a progressive approach to partnerships."

Prior to joining MeritCard, Boyd served as director of partner relations for JP Morgan Chase and their processing branch Chase Paymentech. During his tenure, he helped designed a comprehensive framework for partner solutions, services and support.

In addition to his professional life Paul brings with him a sense of adventure as an avid traveler and amateur sky-diver and paraglider. "We're excited to have his enthusiasm and passion around the office, these tend to be very contagious attitudes," says Shultz.

About Merit Card
Merit Card has earned a reputation for secure and reliable payment solutions to the medium to large size business market with over 60 years of executive experience in the card processing industry. MeritCard systems and processing environments are designed to meet the specific needs of our merchants. Low interchange rates, effective customer service, the latest technology and industry-leading products differentiate us from the competition.

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