TSYS Merchant Solutions Named Exclusive Payment Processing Partner of The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP)

COLUMBUS, Ga., and ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2011 — TSYS Merchant Solutions announced today a new affinity partnership with The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP) designed to provide APSP members with preferred pricing on credit card processing, check guarantee and conversion, mobile payment solutions and gift card processing. TSYS Merchant Solutions is ranked as the 10th largest merchant acquirer in the U.S. by dollar volume in 2010 by The Nilson Report.

“The ability to easily and securely accept any type of payment has become a fundamental element in maintaining dealership customer satisfaction, and is a critical component to any pool, spa and hot tub business,” said Bill Weber, chief executive officer of APSP. “TSYS Merchant Solutions offers a secure, low-cost solution to this problem, allowing members to focus on what they do best – running their businesses.”

TSYS Merchant Solutions is a top 10 payment processor with more than 55 years of experience in the payment acceptance industry. By partnering with TSYS Merchant Solutions, APSP members will have access to a preferred pricing structure, a wide array of hardware and software solutions for payment processing, and unparalleled 24/7 customer and technical support to meet their unique needs. As an added bonus, TSYS Merchant Solutions’ e-commerce products enable dealers to do business online safely and efficiently.

“We are honored APSP has chosen to trust us with members’ processing needs and look forward to a long relationship,” said Chris McNulty, senior director of business development and sales for TSYS Merchant Solutions. “Our team of industry experts is standing by and ready to begin work with dealers to deliver solutions that are tailored to their individual needs.”

With the addition of TSYS Merchant Solutions, APSP introduces another world-class provider to its Member Benefits Program. APSP reaches hundreds of companies serving the pool, spa and hot tub industry and selects only those who provide the highest value and quality products, sales, and service to participate in the Member Benefits Program as an Affinity Partner.

About APSP
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) is the world's largest international trade association and leading industry advocate representing the swimming pool, spa, and hot tub industry, with a mission to enhance the business success of its members. APSP members adhere to a code of business ethics and share a commitment to public health and safety. APSP promotes professional best practices through education, certification, standards, research, and safety.  Visit APSP online at www.apsp.org.

About TSYS
TSYS (NYSE: TSS) is reshaping a new era in digital commerce, connecting consumers, merchants, financial institutions, businesses and governments. Through unmatched customer service and industry insight, TSYS creates a better experience for buyers and sellers, supporting cross-border payments in more than 85 countries. Offering merchant payment-acceptance solutions as well as services in credit, debit, prepaid, mobile, chip, healthcare, installments, money transfer and more, TSYS makes it possible for those in the global marketplace to conduct safe and secure electronic transactions with trust and convenience.
 
TSYS’ headquarters are located in Columbus, Georgia, with local offices spread across the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific. TSYS provides services to more than half of the top 20 international banks. For more information, please visit us at www.tsys.com.

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