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Fortis Enables Software Platforms to Support Contactless Commerce with Tap to Pay on iPhone 

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Alex M

Plano, Texas – September 23, 2025 – Fortis, a leader in embedded payments and commerce technology, today announced support for Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone technology, allowing software providers to enable their business customers to seamlessly and securely accept in-person contactless payment acceptance through their iOS apps using only an iPhone — no additional hardware required.

With Tap to Pay on iPhone, software providers can enable businesses to accept all forms of contactless payments in person — including credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets — using an iPhone XS or later, running the latest version of iOS. This eliminates the need for traditional card readers, offering a streamlined solution for mobile-first businesses.

“Tap to Pay on iPhone is a major milestone in the evolution of commerce, eliminating hardware barriers and enabling businesses to accept payments anywhere with ease,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “By bringing this capability to our partners, we’re empowering software platforms to stay at the forefront of innovation—delivering best-in-class technology and seamless payment experiences to their customers.”

Built for Software Platforms, Designed for Businesses

Fortis’ support for Tap to Pay on iPhone allows developers and ISVs to build fully embedded, native iOS payment acceptance solutions without additional hardware. Developers can integrate the solution directly into their apps to support flexible contactless payments across mobile, service-based, and in-store environments. “For high-volume hospitality, every second counts. Tap to Pay on iPhone helps us speed up transactions and reduce friction at point of sale,” said Alex Broeker, CEO and Founder of Union, a leading POS and engagement platform powering the hospitality industry. “With support from Fortis, our clients can serve more guests, turn more tables, and boost revenue using only their iPhones—without adding hardware.”

“This launch reflects our continued investment in equipping developers with forward-thinking tools that drive innovation and scale,” said Kevin Shamoun, SVP of Product & Innovation at Fortis. “By supporting Tap to Pay on iPhone, we’re enabling our partners to deliver seamless point-of-sale experiences from field services to mobile operators to counter services that are fully embedded in their own branded environments.”

Key Benefits of Fortis Support for Tap to Pay on iPhone:

Developer Enablement: Partners integrate directly into their iOS applications while retaining full control over the user experience.
Mobility and Flexibility: Ideal for mobile professionals, field services, pop-ups, in-store line busting, and more.
No Extra Hardware: Eliminates the need for traditional payment terminals, reducing cost and complexity.
Security and Privacy: Leverages iPhone’s built-in features to protect business and customer data—Apple does not store card numbers on the device or its servers, so merchants and customers can rest assured that their data stays theirs. *
Omnichannel Continuity: Connects seamlessly to the Fortis platform for unified reporting, settlement, and reconciliation.

For more information about Fortis, visit www.fortispay.com.

*Encrypted card numbers are temporarily stored on iPhone only for transactions made in Store and Forward mode.

About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded payments for software providers and ERP systems, processing billions annually through its proprietary technology. The company’s mission is to forge holistic commerce experiences that seamlessly integrate within software workflows—transforming payment processing from cost center to strategic advantage. With expertise in software platforms, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible by strengthening the payments capabilities of software partners, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Fortis is redefining the $100 trillion B2B payments landscape.

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Fortis and BigCommerce Announce Payments Partnership to Simplify Checkout and Accelerate Business Growth

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Alex M

Plano, TX, and Austin, TX – September 16, 2025 — Fortis, a leader in embedded payments and commerce technology, today announced a strategic partnership with BigCommerce, powered by Commerce (Nasdaq: CMRC), a leading open, flexible enterprise ecommerce platform built to help brands, retailers, manufacturers, and merchants of all sizes grow and innovate without compromise. Through this integration, BigCommerce customers—including mid-market B2B sellers, distributors, service-based businesses, and developers—gain access to Fortis’ embedded payments technology. The solution enables real-time transactions, simplified reconciliation, and next-day funding, while eliminating third-party gateways and fragmented systems. This partnership improves checkout conversion, strengthens operational efficiency, and supports sustainable growth at scale.

“The partnership with BigCommerce marks a defining moment in our mission to transform payments from operational necessity into a growth engine,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “As BigCommerce evolves under the Commerce brand, Fortis is proud to power the future of embedded commerce—where integrated payments deliver unmatched speed, scale, and strategic advantage. Together, we are reimagining the future of checkout and beyond.”

“Today’s merchants need agility in order to stay competitive,” said Russell Klein, Chief Commercial Officer at Commerce. “Fortis delivers the flexibility and strategic partnership that allows businesses to streamline payments while staying focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences.”

Simplification. Scale. Partnership.

Fortis is designed to help businesses meet the demands of modern eCommerce with:

Integrated checkout solution that reduces friction and reflects brand identity
Simplified reconciliation and reduced backend complexity
Unified digital payments across eCommerce and mobile channels
Next-day funding for faster access to working capital
Compliant surcharging options to lower payment acceptance costs
Global reach with support for 135+ currencies and diverse payment methods
Developer-friendly architecture via tokenized APIs and plug-and-play tools
Built-in fraud protection and PCI compliance to reduce risk and ensure trust

With this partnership, Fortis and BigCommerce are redefining the checkout experience, turning payments into a strategic advantage. By embedding innovation directly into the commerce experience, businesses gain the tools to scale faster, operate smarter, and deliver seamless customer journeys across all channels.

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About BigCommerce

BigCommerce, powered by Commerce (Nasdaq: CMRC), is a flexible enterprise ecommerce platform built to help brands, retailers, manufacturers, and merchants of all sizes grow and innovate without compromise. In today’s era of agentic commerce, BigCommerce’s flexible, open platform architecture makes it easy for brands to scale, adapt, and connect with the tools to solve their unique business challenges without being locked into rigid systems. B2C and B2B companies across industries rely on BigCommerce, including Coldwater Creek, Harvey Nichols, King Arthur Baking Co., Mizuno, MKM Building Supplies, United Aqua Group, and Uplift Desk. For more information, please visit bigcommerce.com or follow us on X and LinkedIn.

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Fortis Expands Embedded Payments Capabilities with Adobe Commerce Extension and App Assurance Certification

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Alex M

FortisPay App Extension for Adobe Commerce Delivers Scalable and Seamless Payments for B2B and Services Businesses

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a leader in embedded payments and commerce technology, today announced the launch of its FortisPay extension for Adobe Commerce, earning Adobe Commerce App Assurance Program Certification and reinforcing its commitment to secure, scalable, and seamless payment experiences.

This milestone highlights Fortis’ commitment to empowering B2B and services businesses with flexible payment solutions that streamline operations and enhance ecommerce experiences. The extension is designed to support software platforms, system integrators, digital agencies, and Value-Added Resellers (VARs) with robust embedded payment capabilities.

“Our extension for Adobe Commerce is built to streamline payment workflows and deliver frictionless, secure checkout experiences tailored for B2B and services businesses,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “We’re helping businesses personalize buying experiences and unlock new revenue opportunities through embedded payments.”

The FortisPay app extension for Adobe Commerce streamlines payment processing and optimizes checkout for omnichannel retail.

Key Benefits for Businesses

Flexible Payment Options – Accept eCheck, ACH, credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more.
Recurring Commerce at Scale – Safely and securely store payment information and monitor for expired cards with proprietary account management technology.
B2B Optimization – Level 2 and Level 3 processing to improve efficiency and transparency while minimizing costs.
Enhanced Operations – Real-time order status updates embedded directly in the ecommerce platform.
ERP Integrations– Embedded workflows with NetSuite, Microsoft, Sage, Acumatica, and other leading ERP solutions.
Scalability – Future-proof solutions support omnichannel business growth and evolving payment needs.

Key Benefits for Partners

Adobe Commerce App Assurance Certified – Validated for security, performance, and quality, to ensure merchant reliability.
Seamless Interaction – Tokenized APIs and a plug-and-play iframe reduce development time.
Revenue Growth Opportunities – Access Fortis’ partner programs to monetize payments and expand service offerings.

“B2B buyers expect the same easy, flexible, and personalized checkout experience they get as consumers,” said Stephen Moulton, Senior Manager, Technology Partner Program at Adobe. “This integration gives Adobe Commerce merchants access to a secure, scalable payments platform so they can automate payment steps and personalize the checkout experience for complex B2B transactions.”

With billions of dollars in payments processed annually, Fortis is driving the next generation of commerce innovation – empowering businesses to thrive in the digital economy.

Visit https://fortis.com/b2b-erp/ to explore our integrations and solutions.

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Fortis Expands B2B Payment Leadership with Serve First Acquisition

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Alex M

PLANO, TX– July 29, 2025– Fortis, the embedded payment technology leader for software platforms and scaling businesses, today announced its acquisition of Serve First Solutions—a premier B2B payment processor—to expand its capabilities, deepen vertical expertise, and accelerate growth in strategic markets.

This acquisition is another strategic step forward in Fortis’ mission to be a transformative partner for software platforms serving businesses with multichannel payment workflows. By integrating Serve First’s deep B2B expertise and service model with Fortis’ proprietary technology and existing ERP capabilities, the combined organization is uniquely positioned to optimize and operationalize payment technology for dynamic business ecosystems. This move strengthens Fortis’ market position and further accelerates penetration into key verticals—such as wholesale, distribution, and manufacturing—where scalable, seamless payment solutions are critical to driving growth and speeding receivables.

“By combining our technology with a world class distribution and service model, we’re not just processing payments—we’re helping our clients unlock new revenue and accelerate cash flow,” said Greg Cohen, Chief Executive Officer of Fortis. “Serve First brings deep expertise in B2B payments, and together we’ll deliver even more value to customers through integrated solutions built for scale.”

Integrating Serve First into the Fortis organization enhances the company’s ability to empower software platforms and their business clients with advanced tools, streamlined operations, and expanded support for business-critical transactions.

“Joining Fortis allows Serve First to bring our expertise to a broader market of software platforms” said Matthew Greco, Chief Revenue Officer of Serve First Solutions. “Together, we’ll deliver powerful, integrated solutions with the service excellence customers depend on.”

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Fortis Adds Strategic C-Suite Leaders to Accelerate Embedded Payments Growth

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Alex M

PLANO, Texas, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, the payment technology leader for software platforms and scaling businesses, today announced the strategic appointment of two industry veterans to its executive leadership team: Brad Bialas as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Kimling Lam as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). These key appointments position Fortis for its next phase of aggressive growth across the software and ERP ecosystem.

“Brad and Kimling represent the caliber of leadership Fortis needs as we scale to meet increasing demand for our embedded commerce offerings,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “Their complementary expertise in commercial strategy and brand development will be instrumental as we deepen our partnerships, expand market presence, and deliver unprecedented value to software platforms and their business customers in the rapidly evolving market.”

Brad Bialas brings over 24 years of fintech and payments leadership experience to his role as CCO. With an impressive track record of building high-performance teams and driving revenue growth at companies including Moov, Xformative, SwervePay, and BluePay, Bialas has consistently delivered transformative results through strategic partnerships and channel development. At Fortis, he will spearhead commercial strategy, forge key industry alliances, and accelerate revenue across multiple channels.

“The embedded payments market is at a pivotal inflection point, and Fortis uniquely combines technical innovation with genuine partner-centricity,” said Bialas. “I’m energized to scale an organization that has mastered the rare trifecta of cutting-edge technology, clear strategic vision, and a thriving ecosystem that’s fundamentally changing how software platforms deliver value.”

As CMO, Kimling Lam will lead Fortis’ marketing organization with a focus on elevating brand presence, enhancing the partner experience, and driving demand generation. Lam’s extensive background in go-to-market strategy and digital transformation, gained through senior marketing leadership roles at global payment leaders Adyen, Checkout.com, Worldpay and FIS, equips her to significantly amplify Fortis’ market impact.

“By aligning our commercial and marketing strategies, we’re elevating embedded payments from technical integration to business transformation,” said Lam. “Our partners need more than solutions—they need narratives that showcase how our innovation directly drives their growth and monetization opportunities.”

Together, Bialas and Lam bring four decades of combined expertise that aligns perfectly with Fortis’ vision to redefine commerce experiences through seamless payment integration.

These strategic appointments come amid continued momentum for Fortis, backed by investments from Audax Group and Lovell Minnick Partners LLC, and an expanding ecosystem of ERP and software partnerships. The company continues to recruit top talent across departments as it scales operations to meet market demand.

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Fortis Expands Payment Innovation for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Users

Posted on October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 by Alex M

Plano, Texas – April 16, 2025 – Fortis, a payment technology leader for software platforms and scaling businesses, today announced enhanced payment processing solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central users. These advanced capabilities help businesses streamline financial operations, improve cash flow, and maintain compliance with evolving security standards – critical advantages in today’s challenging economic environment.

“We’re deeply committed to supporting the Microsoft ecosystem by delivering payment solutions that drive measurable business value,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “Our continued investment gives Dynamics 365 Business Central users the tools they need to streamline financial operations and enhance security, while positioning their businesses for sustainable growth.”

For businesses leveraging Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Fortis delivers an enterprise-grade solution that simplifies payment acceptance, enhances security, and optimizes financial workflows, empowering companies to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.

Comprehensive Payment Solutions for Modern Businesses

Fortis’ native integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central enables businesses to securely process transactions across multiple channels, including eCommerce, field services, card-present, card-not-present, omnichannel, and call centers—while reducing costs and fraud risks. The company’s technology platform goes beyond simple payment processing and delivers comprehensive commerce enablement tools that transform how businesses handle transactions across their operations.

Optimizing Payment Workflows for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Users

Multi-channel integration: Accept payments via website, field service, retail counter, or call center—all within the Dynamics 365 environment.
Embedded functionality: Recurring billing and secure payment data storage are built into existing workflows, reducing the need for third-party tools.
Automated collections: Features like payment links, scheduled billing, and reminders help reduce manual follow-up and delays.
Cost-effective: Supports lower processing costs and faster reconciliation through a unified platform.

Accelerating Innovation Through Strategic Investment

Following a recent strategic investment from Audax Private Equity and Lovell Minnick Partners, Fortis is accelerating product development to enhance its embedded payment solutions for businesses. This investment directly benefits Microsoft Dynamics 365 users through continuous innovation in payment technology.

Unlocking Advanced Payment Features for Financial Resilience

Designed for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users, Fortis equips businesses with essential tools to reduce time spent on collections, improve cash flow, and operate more efficiently.

Enhanced B2B processing: Level II and Level III processing lowers rates and fees for qualified business transactions through optimized data transmission.
Streamlined ACH integration: Offering secure electronic fund transfers for streamlined financial operations and reduced processing expenses.
Compliant surcharging: Available as part of the integrated accounts receivable toolset, this feature gives businesses the option to pass eligible credit card fees to customers where permitted, helping offset processing expenses.

“Our solution helps Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central users transform payment processing from a cost center to a strategic advantage,” added Cohen. “What sets us apart is our laser focus on business software ecosystems and the depth of our ERP expertise. By embedding these capabilities directly into their existing systems, businesses gain efficiency while unlocking new opportunities for growth.”

These enhancements reflect Fortis’ ongoing commitment to delivering secure, scalable payment innovation within leading ERP ecosystems.

To learn more about Fortis’ payment capabilities for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, visit the Fortis for Microsoft Dynamics page, or explore the solution listing on Microsoft AppSource.

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Fortis Secures Strategic Investment from Audax Private Equity and Lovell Minnick to Accelerate Global Embedded Payments Leadership

Posted on March 12, 2025April 11, 2025 by fortis2025

PLANO, Texas, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, ERP customers, and scaling businesses announced today that it has received a joint investment from Audax Private Equity (“Audax”) and existing investor Lovell Minnick Partners (“LMP”). This investment will support Fortis in accelerating its mission to become the global leader in payment technology and embedded commerce experiences for businesses. Fortis, under LMP’s stewardship, has experienced rapid expansion by delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions that empower businesses seeking to seamlessly integrate payments into their software and workflows. Audax and LMP will jointly participate in this growth-oriented recapitalization. This capital infusion positions the company for continued growth and expansion in the rapidly expanding $100 trillion B2B payments market.

“The embedded payments market is undergoing a fundamental transformation, with software platforms needing sophisticated payment capabilities that go far beyond basic processing,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “This partnership with Audax, alongside our long-term investor LMP, provides Fortis with valuable resources to accelerate our product roadmap, pursue strategic acquisitions, and expand our global footprint. We’re not just participating in the future of embedded payments—we’re defining it.”

Since the investment by LMP in 2019, Fortis has expanded its reach across the business-to-business platform and software ecosystem, providing tailored payment solutions that drive efficiency and improved customer and business experiences. “Fortis’ trajectory has exceeded our expectations since we originally invested alongside Jimmy Nafso and the Fortis team five years ago and we are excited about the opportunities ahead as we enter this next stage of growth,” said Trevor Rich, Partner at LMP. “Our new partnership with Audax can help fuel further technological innovation, strategic acquisitions, and channel expansion. We look forward to continuing to help Fortis scale its business and unlock greater value for its customer and stakeholders.”

Through this strategic investment, Audax will join LMP in its partnership with Fortis to enhance the embedded payments journey, enhance product and service offerings, and scale infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of businesses. By leveraging the deep expertise and resources of Audax in scaling middle-market companies and Fortis’ track record in embedded, ERP and business payments, the partnership is poised to strengthen Fortis’ market position and technological capabilities.

“Fortis’ ability to simplify complex, multi-channel payment environments through a single integration point represents an integral link in the payments value chain,” noted Tim Mack, Partner at Audax Private Equity. “In our opinion, the Fortis API unlocks omnichannel strategies for businesses – a powerful value proposition that differentiates Fortis’ software partners, merchants who leverage the technology, and the company itself.”

The investment underscores the increasing demand for embedded payments and digital commerce solutions, as businesses across industries seek seamless, integrated financial technology. Fortis remains committed to delivering industry-leading solutions that empower businesses to optimize payment experiences and maximize potential.

About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded payments for software providers, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic commerce experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce and payments capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

About Audax Private Equity

Headquartered in Boston, with offices in San Francisco, New York, and London, Audax Private Equity manages three strategies: its Flagship and Origins private equity strategies, seeking control buyouts in the core middle and lower middle markets, respectively, and its Strategic Capital strategy that provides customized equity solutions to PE-backed portfolio companies to help drive continued growth. With approximately $19 billion of assets under management as of June 2024, over 280 employees, and 100-plus investment professionals, Audax has invested in more than 170 platforms and 1,350 add-on acquisitions since its founding in 1999. Through our disciplined Buy & Build approach, across six core industry verticals, Audax seeks to help portfolio companies execute organic and inorganic growth initiatives with the aim of fueling revenue expansion, optimizing operations, and significantly increasing equity value. For more information, visit www.audaxprivateequity.com.

About Lovell Minnick Partners

Lovell Minnick Partners is a private equity firm with a 25-year track record of partnering with growth-oriented companies. LMP leverages deep sector experience and a broad network of strategic advisors to help founders scale their companies at an accelerated pace. The firm collaborates with management teams seeking to achieve long-term success and value creation through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Since inception in 1999, LMP has raised over $5 billion of committed capital, invested in more than 50 unique platform companies and completed over 200 add-on acquisitions. LMP targets growth-oriented, middle-market companies with a particular focus on companies in the financial services, business services and financial technology sectors. For more information, please visit www.lmpartners.com.

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Fortis and Xina AI Join Forces to Revolutionize Restaurant Ordering with Integrated AI and Payment Solutions

Posted on November 18, 2024 by fortis2025

Xina’s voice-ordering and payment solution boosts the customer experience for hospitality businesses

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, ERP customers, and scaling businesses, today announced its partnership with Xina AI, a revolutionary voice-ordering application designed to streamline the ordering process for restaurants and hotels. This collaboration strengthens the shared vision of both Fortis and Xina AI to help businesses reduce inefficiencies and deliver a superior experience by combining Fortis’ trusted payment processing with Xina’s AI-powered ordering platform.

The integration offers tangible benefits to both businesses and their customers by reducing wait times, ensuring order accuracy and providing greater flexibility in menu customization. This directly translates to increased efficiency, lower labor costs, improved customer experience and data-driven insights.

“This partnership marks a significant step forward for the restaurant industry,” said Carl Sconnely, CEO of Xina AI. “By combining Xina’s AI-powered ordering system with Fortis’ secure payment processing, we’re offering restaurants a comprehensive solution that will revolutionize the way they operate.”

Xina AI harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP), enabling customers to place voice orders and remove the need for menus or touchscreens. The AI intuitively responds to prompts, creating a seamless, conversational experience. The platform also offers easy menu customization, personalized upsell suggestions, and real-time order tracking, allowing customers to track the status of their orders instantly.

Fortis’ integration ensures that Xina AI users benefit from seamless, secure payment processing within the app including features like:

Enhanced Security: Fortis adheres to industry standards like PCI DSS, protecting both business and customer financial data.
Payment Flexibility: The partnership offers multiple payment options, including credit and debit cards, mobile payments and gift cards.
Scalability: Fortis’ payment system scales effortlessly to handle higher transaction volumes as businesses grow.
Compliance: Fortis helps businesses meet regulatory requirements such as GDPR and PCI DSS, ensuring compliance with relevant laws.

“Fortis is excited to partner with Xina to empower restaurants and those in hospitality with cutting-edge technology that enhances both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “By integrating our secure payment processing with Xina’s innovative voice ordering platform, we’re providing a faster, more convenient ordering experience for guests while streamlining back-office operations.”

Now, businesses using Xina AI can boost their operations, increase revenue, and provide customers with a better, more modernized experience.

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About Fortis
Fortis is the leader in embedded payments for software providers, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic commerce experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce and payments capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

About Xina
Xina is a revolutionary AI-powered voice ordering platform designed to transform the dining experience for both restaurants and customers. Xina’s innovative platform uses natural language processing to allow customers to place orders quickly and easily using their voice. Additionally, Xina provides restaurants with valuable data insights to improve operations and enhance customer satisfaction.

Fortis Announces Platinum Sponsorship of SuiteWorld 2024

Posted on September 6, 2024 by fortis2025

Fortis, a leader in embedded ERP payments, joins as Platinum sponsor of NetSuite’s annual user conference.

Dallas, TX – September 6, 2024 – Fortis today announced that it is a Platinum level sponsor of SuiteWorld 2024, Oracle NetSuite’s largest celebration for customers and partners taking place September 9-12, 2024 at the Caesars Forum in Las Vegas and On Air. This year’s theme is “All Systems Grow,” and the conference will focus on how the right technology – fueled by the power of AI – can help organizations accelerate growth, gain better insights, make more informed decisions, and boost their bottom line.

The event will feature four energy-packed days with keynotes from NetSuite executives including Evan Goldberg, founder and executive vice president; Gary Wiessinger, senior vice president of application development; and Brian Chess, senior vice president of technology and AI. The keynotes will unveil new product announcements and showcase how organizations are growing with NetSuite.

At SuiteWorld, attendees will have the opportunity to learn how Fortis is elevating and enhancing the features of its embedded payment processing solution for NetSuite SuitePayments.

SuiteWorld will also include:

Success stories from organizations that have used NetSuite to gain the insights, control, and agility needed to adapt to changing market conditions and run their businesses better.
New announcements unveiling the latest advancements in AI and other new technologies to help customers leverage the suite to realize their goals faster and more efficiently.
Personalized training and learning sessions, with the opportunity to engage one-on-one with NetSuite Experts to receive insights tailored specifically to your needs.
Networking opportunities with NetSuite partners, customers, executives, and product experts in the SuiteWorld Expo.
An exclusive performance at The Party to celebrate the SuiteWorld community.

To learn more, please visit us at booth 913 in the SuiteWorld Expo.

About SuiteWorld

SuiteWorld is the industry’s premier cloud ERP conference of the year being held at the Caesars Forum in Las Vegas and On Air on September 9-12, 2024. This annual celebration of NetSuite customers and partners features a gathering of industry peers and product experts who run organizations leveraging the power of NetSuite’s integrated business system.

For registration and additional details, please visit www.netsuitesuiteworld.com. To join the SuiteWorld conversation on social media, please use #SuiteWorld.

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Fortis Strengthens Collaboration with Sage Through New Features with Sage Intacct

Posted on August 27, 2024April 11, 2025 by fortis2025

Fortis introduces new recurring payments and client sync capabilities, enhancing payment processing and streamlining operations for customers.

PLANO, Texas, August 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, ERP customers, and scaling businesses, today announced new developments in their ongoing partnership with Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), through new features with Sage Intacct that will enhance payment processing for customers. These features will simplify payment processes and streamline back-office activities, enabling clients to get paid faster and more efficiently.

“Fortis’ in-depth expertise in the ERP industry empowers Sage Intacct users to better manage their cash flow and optimize their operations. By introducing features like recurring payments and customer sync, we enable Intacct users to streamline their back-office processes, allowing them to focus more on driving their business forward,” said Chip Mahan, Global Commercial Head of Fintech at Sage.

New Features Enhance Efficiency and Accuracy

Multi Pay – Allows merchants to pull up a customer file and manually process payment for multiple invoices at once. This streamlines the management of invoices, ensuring consistency in billing, providing a more efficient workflow.
AutoPay – Customers can make payments with the click of a button. This adds another layer of convenience, enabling users to track which customers have set up payments. Businesses will have greater confidence in cash flow management due to better financial planning and reduced risk of missed payments.
Recurring Payments – This feature allows users to add new recurring payments and view existing recurring transactions, syncing these transactions with the Fortis Platform. This simplifies the management of recurring payments, ensuring automatic, fixed, timely payments, improving cash flow and offering predictable financial forecasting.
Customer Sync -Facilitates the synchronization of customer data between Fortis and Intacct. Any changes made in Intacct (or Fortis) are automatically updated in the bi-directional connection, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in customer management.
Transaction Sync -Provides comprehensive tracking of transactions between Intacct and the Fortis Platform. With detailed transaction data and status updates, users can enjoy enhanced transparency and troubleshooting capabilities, making it easier to identify and resolve any issues.

“The B2B market is in the early stages of digitization—not just the evolution of cloud ERP software. Sellers can now leverage the Fortis embedded commerce experience to improve sales and receivables in Sage Intacct, all while creating amazing buyer interactions,” said Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO.

Fortis stands out as a Sage Recommended Solution and leader in embedded ERP payments, consistently delivering innovative solutions that simplify merchants’ payment processes and expedite their payments. These new features underscore Fortis’ commitment to integrating the latest payment technology with industry-leading expertise to enhance the Sage Intacct solution and offer greater value to customers. To learn more or schedule a demo, visit B2B Integrations Team Bookings.

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Fortis Expands Executive Team with B2B Expert Robert West

Posted on August 5, 2024April 11, 2025 by fortis2025

Fortis continues to strengthen its leadership team and invest in the ERP ecosystem with the addition of Robert West, Executive Vice President, B2B.

PLANO, Texas, August 5, 2024 – Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, ERP customers, and scaling businesses, today announced the appointment of Robert West as Executive Vice President of B2B. With a proven track record in scaling accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) payments businesses through partnership, West will spearhead Fortis’ B2B expansion.

Fortis has rapidly increased its footprint within the ERP ecosystem and continues to pick up momentum across the B2B landscape. By seamlessly integrating with industry leaders like NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft, Acumatica, and QuickBooks through a robust API, they have empowered businesses across diverse sectors to optimize their accounts receivable and payment processes. The Fortis Platform is also connected to leading eCommerce platforms and solutions providers in the ERP ecosystem. The platform provides a holistic and easy-to-integrate connection, with automated workflows for invoicing, collections, and other processes, freeing up merchant AR teams to focus on strategic initiatives.

“Robert’s deep experience in the payments industry, his success in creating win-win partnerships, and expertise in building high-performing teams make him an invaluable asset to Fortis,” said Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis. “His leadership will be instrumental in driving our B2B strategy and will deliver exceptional value to our partners and customers.”

West brings nearly a decade of experience in mergers and acquisitions, revenue operations, and channel development to Fortis. He comes to Fortis from EBizCharge, where he successfully built and led teams that enabled the organization to grow their partner business by over 25%. Previous to that role, he was Vice President of Growth & Strategy for OnPay Solutions, an AP payments business, spearheading growth initiatives and their eventual sale to Medius.

“I am thrilled to join the Fortis team and contribute to the company’s continued growth,” said West. “Fortis has a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future. I look forward to leveraging my expertise to expand our B2B footprint and deliver exceptional value to our partners and customers.”

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About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded ERP payments for software providers, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic commerce experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce and payments capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

Fortis Acquires MerchantE’s NetSuite Division, Continuing a 20-Year Legacy

Posted on July 24, 2024 by fortis2025

The new acquisition strengthens Fortis’ leadership in embedded ERP payments.

PLANO, Texas, July 24, 2024 – Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, ERP customers, and scaling businesses, today announced its acquisition of MerchantE’s NetSuite payments division, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of embedded payment solutions. This strategic addition will help customers enhance the efficiency of their payment operations and accelerate the deployment of new, embedded financial and commerce enabling services.

The acquisition strengthens Fortis’ position as a leader in embedded ERP payments while reinforcing its commitment to ensuring dependable, hassle-free commerce experiences for customers. Since 2004, MerchantE has been a pioneer, driving payments acceptance within the NetSuite ERP ecosystem. Now with Fortis, the legacy is continued. MAPP Advisors, a fintech advisory firm, advised MerchantE on this transaction.

Current and future Fortis users can expect seamless activation and enhancements with zero programming or implementation costs. This means businesses can start processing payments or add new features when available immediately, with transactions automatically posting back to the general ledger for simplified use and accounting. Transactions are automatically reconciled, keeping all payment data in one place, making things efficient for end users.

“As we transition to the Fortis platform, I am truly excited at what this will mean for our customers and future customers. Our legacy users can expect the same great service plus new, enhanced features. We are excited to be a part of the next chapter of embedded ERP payment processing,” says Jeremy Collins, Vice President of Business Development and NetSuite Channel, Fortis.

Future forward, Fortis is committed to enhancing the current and future user payment experience with a host of exceptional features, including:

Expanded payment options and next-day funding capabilities for greater flexibility

Advanced Interchange Optimization including Level 2 and 3 processing
Click-to-pay invoicing and Accounts Receivable enhancements
Compliant Surcharging and routing preference capabilities
eCommerce and Shopping Cart integrations for omni-channel integrated support
Security and reliability including full PCI and SOC Compliance

“We are thrilled to continue the legacy established by MerchantE. As a leader in ERP and B2B payments, we look forward to expanding our investment in the NetSuite ecosystem with a robust pipeline of feature enhancements,” says Greg Cohen, CEO, Fortis.

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Fortis CEO Predicts ‘The Great Restoration’ for the FinTech and Payments Industry

Posted on May 15, 2024 by fortis2025

Embedded payments leader lays out the future for FinTech after a period of hypergrowth.

PLANO, Texas, May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a payment and commerce technology leader for software providers, marketplaces and scaling businesses, shares CEO Greg Cohen’s predictions on the future of payments and financial technology amid significant industry shifts with the beginning of what Cohen has coined “The Great Restoration”.

After a long period of rapid investment and growth, payment and financial technology companies must transition towards a more sustainable and profitable business model, leaving behind supersized valuations, irrational business models, and free-flowing investment funnels. According to E&Y, there are more than 50,000 existing VC-backed startups which need to sort out high valuations and low liquidity. Many businesses now find themselves ill-equipped to build lasting business models.

“The coming months will be crucial for the future of payments. Companies that are built on a solid foundation and embrace focus, discipline, and strategic growth will be well-positioned to weather the storm and emerge stronger; others will find these times a real challenge,” says Cohen.

Recent headlines confirm this trend. Valuations in the payments industry have dropped significantly, some by as much as 50%, with even established players experiencing depressed valuation multiples not seen since the post-financial crisis era. While experts don’t anticipate further interest rate hikes, a return to the low rates of 2021 is unlikely. Combined with increased regulatory scrutiny and a challenged fundraising environment, general investment sentiment in financial technology has soured. These challenges have already led to FinTech failures, M&A activities below capital raise levels, and depressed market valuations across a spectrum of segments.

Looking ahead
Akin to the aftermath of a natural disaster, the industry finds itself in a restoration period. The weaker homes and businesses are wiped away, but structures with solid foundations mend their fences and move forward with renewed respect for their infrastructure. Replacement homes are built to new, updated codes, and fortified to withstand the demands of the new world.

Similarly, scaled incumbents have shut down or shed non-core assets. The industry is seeing weaker businesses be filtered out while established players are doubling down on core competencies and building strong financial discipline.

“The Great Restoration” forecasts several trends to come:

More Cash Struggles – Thousands of cash-burning businesses will need capital, prompting a strong push from boards and investors to show profitability. These companies must carefully manage their operating expenses while exploring ways to improve margins from existing customers.
More Divestitures – Organizations will prioritize their core business operations and, due to limited equity or cash availability, will need to divest non-essential assets.
Rise in Mergers and Acquisitions – Strategic shifts within businesses will lead to softer valuations and discussions around relative value, creating opportunities for mergers and acquisitions among industry players.
More Failures – Cash-strapped organizations without a buyer or investor will result in a shutdown of business operations.
Emphasis on Sustainable Business Models – The “growth at all costs” or “grab some users to get the next funding round” models will no longer be tolerated by boards and investors. Companies will need to launch business lines with a hard look at break-even and ROI.
Increased Focus – Payments and fintech firms will concentrate on their core competencies and drive profitability from core operations before expanding into new areas. Gone are the days of pursuing multiple sub-scale ventures simultaneously for capital and resources.

“We’re just at the beginning of the Great Restoration – some will make it, some won’t. Be really wary of your partners, as great changes are ahead in the next year-to-year and a half,” says Cohen.

Silver Lining
Ultimately, the Great Restoration will create a more resilient payments and FinTech ecosystem. Businesses built on solid foundations with proper compliance and financial disciplines will remain strong. And opportunities will arise for established players and new entrants to find some strategic assets to acquire, foster long-term growth, and deliver outsized returns.

To stay up to date on ‘The Great Restoration’, visit us at fortispay.com and follow Greg on LinkedIn.

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Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO
Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Fortis, Greg is a recognized payments and financial technology industry leader with a history of building high-performing teams and driving growth at numerous FinTech organizations. He is the past president of the Electronic Transactions Association and former member of MasterCard, Discover and NACHA advisory boards. As CEO of Fortis, he is responsible for the strategic direction and business operations of the embedded payments company. Fortis’ mission is to create amazing commerce experiences in partnership with software providers, and under Cohen’s leadership, the organization has grown over 10x.

About Fortis
Fortis delivers comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers, processing billions of dollars annually. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic commerce experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce and payments capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

Fortis and WooCommerce Partner to Expand Capabilities in the $1T B2B Market

Posted on March 11, 2024 by fortis2025

WooCommerce has partnered with Fortis as the new preferred B2B payment integration

PLANO, Texas, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a leading provider of payment and commerce technology solutions for software providers, marketplaces, and scaling businesses, proudly announces its latest collaboration with WooCommerce, the web’s leading ecommerce platform and premier provider of shopping cart plugins for WordPress and other platforms catering to small and mid-sized businesses. This collaboration is aimed at bringing a full stack of B2B payments functionality to the WooCommerce platform and to Fortis’ expanding ERP ecosystem.

Fortis will debut in the WooCommerce Marketplace as a verified payments app, establishing itself as one of the preferred B2B payment integrations available. This collaboration aims to streamline payment processes for B2B and Services businesses of all sizes. In these markets, the seller and buyer dynamics are very different than the B2C experience. This partnership will deliver core payments capabilities specifically designed to support these highly valued customers and solidifies Fortis’s position as a key player in the realm of integrated payments, offering unparalleled solutions to businesses seeking to optimize their commerce experience.

Greg Cohen, CEO of Fortis, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Woo to deliver remarkable experiences in the B2B market. This partnership signifies our shared commitment to empowering businesses with cutting-edge solutions that drive growth and streamline operations.”

The Fortis solution will provide optimal functionality to those in the B2B space and broadly, to any of the platform’s end users. Fortis brings not only credit card (CC), Automated Clearing House (ACH) and electronic funds transfer (EFT) payment acceptance, but enhanced Level 2 and Level 3 processing support for interchange optimization, maximizing cost efficiency and compliant surcharging capabilities. These capabilities are delivered through an embedded experience in the checkout page and connect to quick-invoicing and ensure real-time transaction monitoring and settlement detail. The end-to-end solution set caters to the diverse customer preferences needed in these growing markets.

“Fortis’ integration with WooCommerce brings value to B2B businesses seeking to elevate their online commerce experience. With support for WooCommerce Blocks checkout, our users can expect a seamless and flexible checkout process, which will enhance user satisfaction and ultimately driving increased conversions.” – Web Griebel, Head of Payment Partnerships & BD at WooCommerce.

Businesses leveraging Fortis’s integrated payment solutions within the WooCommerce ecosystem can expect enhanced commerce capabilities, streamlined payment processes, and improved customer satisfaction. This integration is available on both the WooCommerce Marketplace and the WordPress Plugins Marketplace, ensuring accessibility and convenience for businesses of all sizes.

Learn more about Fortis and its integrated payment solutions at fortispay.com. For additional information about WooCommerce, visit woo.com.

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About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded payments for software providers, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers. The Fortis mission is to forge a holistic commerce experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce and payments capabilities of software partners.

For more information, visit fortispay.com.

About Woo

Woo is the leading ecommerce platform, powering more than 3.6 million online shops. Woo empowers anyone, anywhere, to sell anything with unlimited extensibility and flexibility. Get everything you need to launch an online store in days and keep it growing for years. From your first sale to millions in revenue, Woo is with you.

Woo’s code is open source, built on WordPress, and powered by a global community of thousands of developers, designers, agencies, builders, and technology partners. woo.com

Fortis Honored in TSG’s 2024 Real Transaction Metrics Award

Posted on January 29, 2024 by fortis2025

NOVI, MI. (January 29, 2024) – Fortis, an integrated commerce and payments technology leader, is proud to be honored by TSG (The Strawhecker Group) in its 2023 Real Transaction Metrics Awards. Powered by TSG’s Global Experience Monitoring (GEM) platform, GEM monitors real credit card transactions and pings (not synthetic) from over 30 global locations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific 24/7/365 to benchmark gateway performance. GEM is different from other monitoring solutions because it provides the merchant’s perspective of performance at checkout.

Fortis received first place for Lowest Gateway Minute Outage (North America). GEM pings locations in the United States and Canada to determine minute outages. An outage is recorded if at least 25% of location checks fail simultaneously.

Additionally, Fortis won Best Gateway Uptime, and was runner-up for Lowest Gateway Minute Outage (Global).

Performance data was assessed across more than 20 industry-leading global payments providers for 2023 to determine the Real Transaction Metrics Awards.

“Thank you, TSG, for the recognition! We are honored to have won Best Gateway Uptime and Lowest Gateway Minute Outage in North America, as well as earning the runner-up position globally,” says Ashley Usher, Chief Operating Officer at Fortis. “These accomplishments would not be possible without our dedicated Fortis Guides, whose unwavering commitment to excellence has positioned us at the forefront of the industry! This year, our team continues to prioritize seamless transactions and exceptional user experiences while building remarkable experiences for our customers.”

Fortis continues to revolutionize the payments landscape through their cutting-edge proprietary platform, meticulously crafted to bolster your software’s capabilities. Their user-focused portal ensures constant connectivity, offering reliable tools and support to enhance your customers’ experiences whether online, in-store, or on-the-go. Fortis’ secure, end-to-end module guarantees a seamless omnichannel payment experience, empowering you to deliver the modern, fluid, and predictable interactions your customer’s demand.

Details about the Real Transaction Metrics Awards and the list of winners are available here.

About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded payments, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment enablement solutions to software partners, developers, and their merchants. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic payments experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves payments closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the commerce capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

About TSG

TSG (The Strawhecker Group) is a globally recognized analytics and consulting firm that supports the entire payments ecosystem, serving over 1,000 clients from Fortune 500 leaders to more than a dozen of the world’s most valuable brands. Trusted by industry leaders, TSG’s strategic services, market intelligence, and analytics merge to empower clients with actionable and accessible information. Please visit www.tsgpayments.com.

Fortis Celebrates Transformational Year in 2023 with Massive Growth in Embedded Payments

Posted on December 14, 2023 by fortis2025

Fortis’ investments pay off big with new partnerships, new markets, and industry recognition as it prepares for continued momentum in 2024, helping clients reach their goals and scale their businesses.

Fortis, a payment technology leader for software providers, marketplaces, and scaling businesses, has driven significant year-over-year growth through its embedded payments solutions, newly formed partnerships, and industry recognition in 2023. This growth, among other accomplishments, emphasizes Fortis’ unwavering commitment to helping businesses grow and scale.

“We saw Fortis rise to new heights this year, and it would not have been possible without the team’s relentless dedication to strengthening our platform. Looking ahead to 2024, we are excited for continued momentum and eager to see the success of software providers and their clients,” says Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO.

International Expansion

Fortis recently expanded into the Canadian market, allowing software platforms and businesses to leverage Fortis’ embedded payments technology and access the full suite of solutions through award-winning APIs. The Canadian roll-out supports omni-channel credit card processing, Interac Debit acceptance, and EFT capabilities.

New Partnerships and Acquisitions

Fortis also saw considerable growth through strategic partnerships:

First, a scaled-up partnership with Sage, and embedded capabilities with Acumatica, elevated the payments experience for businesses’ clients in these two ERP ecosystems. Through partnership, merchants now have access to everything needed to scale quickly and efficiently, including level two and level three data enrichment, card present transactions, and multi-company support.

Further enriching this ecosystem, Fortis formed a dynamic partnership with Red Maple. This allowed Red Maple to expand its payment processing solutions and offerings to Microsoft Business Central, Dynamic 365 and AX customers, opening new avenues for growth and collaboration.

Lastly, the acquisition of SmartPay broadened Fortis’ service offerings and enriched the team’s integrated payments expertise. The SmartPay acquisition gave Fortis access to a skilled team of integrated payments professionals, enabling the company to leverage the strong software relationships SmartPay built. This strengthened Fortis’ ability to serve scaling client businesses in complex markets.

Team Growth

In addition to its technology, Fortis has also doubled down on its commitment to the customer experience. This year, Fortis expanded the customer service team by 90 percent to establish a premier support department, along with a new and improved knowledge base and learning management system to support specialized service procedures. These changes, along with the Integrated CXM and IVR Platform launch, have significantly enhanced service metrics, resulting in quick and effective resolutions for clients.

To support the growing team, Fortis added Jonathan Goldin to the Executive Team in the newly created role of Chief People Officer. People are at the heart of what makes Fortis great, and with more than 25 years of experience and leadership in human resources and business transformation, Goldin will provide better visibility, prioritization, and decision-making around overall human capital strategies, talent development, and people-first programs.

Industry Recognition

Finally, in industry news, Fortis COO Ashley Usher was recognized at the CRN® Women of the Channel Awards, for her outstanding contributions in payments. Each year, CRN recognizes women from vendor, distributor, and solution provider organizations whose expertise and vision have left a noticeable and commendable mark on the technology industry.

Fortis also launched its first-ever video and podcast series, Embedded: Unveiling Payments Latest Innovations, educating independent software vendors, enterprise system developers, value added resellers, and business communities at large, on the latest happenings in the payments space. Subject matter experts and influential guests from the payments industry shared their knowledge and experiences, keeping listeners up-to-date on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities.

2024 and Beyond

In the year ahead, Fortis plans to continue to invest in a culture of success and talent as they double-down on product and experience enhancements for all partners and clients.

About Fortis

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Fortis Welcomes Jonathan Goldin to C-Suite as Chief People Officer

Posted on December 5, 2023 by fortis2025

Fortis strengthens its investment in human capital with the addition of HR veteran Jonathan Goldin as Chief People Officer.

Fortis, a payment technology leader for software providers, marketplaces, and scaling businesses, welcomes Jonathan Goldin to the Fortis Management Committee and Executive Team in the newly created role of Chief People Officer.

With more than 25 years of experience and leadership in human resources (HR), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and business transformation, Goldin comes to Fortis with previous experience in high-growth, national and global organizations like Net at Work Inc. In this new role, Goldin will provide better visibility, prioritization, and decision-making around overall human capital strategies, talent development, and scaling “people-first” programs.

“Jonathan is an incredible addition to our growing organization. As we continue to expand, it is important to put an experienced people leader at the executive table, helping us focus on the needs of our talented team and operational growth,” said Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO.

Goldin joins Fortis from PrimePay, where, as Chief People Officer, he led HR strategy and enabled business growth through organizational effectiveness, talent, leadership and engagement programs. Previously at Net at Work Inc., Goldin led the People function as Chief HR Officer, partnering with the business on strategic talent programs and enhancing the employee experience. Goldin spent the four years prior with ADP as VP of Global HR Transformation, PMO, Strategy & Planning, defining, driving, and enabling the next phase of ADP’s global HR transformation.

“I am thrilled to join the Fortis team as their first Chief People Officer, further strengthening the organization’s commitment to our talented team members who deliver for our clients every day. I’m looking forward to the journey ahead, as we work together to scale operationally, strategically align our talent and people programs, and achieve our exciting growth objectives,” said Goldin.

Over the past three years, Fortis has grown its team five-fold and has expanded through North America with ambitions for more. Goldin’s experience in M&A and business transformation makes him the experienced leader Fortis needs for the growing company’s future.

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Fortis Launches Embedded Podcast to Educate and Empower ISVs and Merchants

Posted on August 29, 2023 by fortis2025

Fortis furthers its commitment to helping businesses grow and scale with web series that will educate and empower ISVs and merchants with product news, expert interviews, technology showcases and more.

NOVI, Mich., August 29,2023/PRNewswire/ — Fortis, a payment and commerce technology leader for software providers, marketplaces and scaling businesses, today announced the launch of its first-ever video and podcast series, Embedded: Unveiling Payments Latest Innovations.

The monthly series is designed to educate and empower independent software vendors (ISVs) and merchants on the latest happenings in the payments space through candid discussions with Fortis leadership and subject matter experts (SMEs), including a detailed showcase of Fortis solutions.

“We are ecstatic to shake up the payments world with a new face for product education. This will not only be a valuable asset to our current partners but also provide educational resources to future prospects,” said Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO.

Each episode is accompanied by a podcast where Timmy Nafso, Fortis Executive Vice President, is joined by high-profile guests across the payments ecosystem. Together, they will explore relevant topics, from current events to thought leadership to the latest product news. Each episode will be released on the fortispay.com website and podcasts will be available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify.

Nafso kicks off the inaugural episode with a level set on platform service fees, followed by an SME interview and demos, shining a spotlight on three key Fortis solutions: Paylink, Retained Amount and Quick Invoice. “It’s an honor to be a part of the launch of Embedded. There needs to be more discussion around the challenges that ISVs and merchants are currently facing. Hearing from these payment experts will provide a deeper understanding of the ever-changing world of payments,” says Nafso.

Watch the first episode of Embedded, here: https://youtu.be/DNbozNp6TVs.

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Fortis Scales Up Partnership with Sage to Simplify the Payment Process for Small Businesses and Their Customers

Posted on August 1, 2023 by fortis2025

Businesses Can Now Securely Process Sage 50 Transactions in the US with Fortis, the leader in Embedded Payments

Fortis, a payments technology leader for software providers, marketplaces, and scaling businesses, today announced its integration with Sage 50 – best-in-class desktop accounting software with cloud connectivity, giving customers a complete view of their business finances and inventory provided by Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses.

Fortis became a Sage Recommended Solution in January 2023 and this new integration emphasizes the shared vision of both Fortis and Sage to deliver innovative solutions for businesses seeking streamlined financial management.

Fortis delivers the latest technology and decades of ERP experience to help businesses manage their HR, payroll, and benefits more efficiently with a simplified payment process. Fortis delivers seamless installation-on-demand, embedded interchange optimization to guarantee the lowest interchange costs, and effortless maintenance with cloud-based updates to better serve Sage 50 users in the US.

This strategic partnership is an example of Fortis’ commitment to providing the latest payment technology and customizable service to deliver a more comprehensive and secure payment experience.

“This collaboration combines Fortis’ expertise in payments technology with Sage’s advanced accounting functionalities, offering users an integrated and efficient solution. The partnership empowers businesses with enhanced payment processes, improved financial visibility, and a comprehensive approach to managing finances and inventory. By leveraging this integration, businesses can optimize their operations, reduce manual efforts, and gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic business environment,” says Chip Mahan, Global Head of Fintech, Payments & Banking, Sage.

Through this collaboration, each Sage 50 business is matched with a Fortis certified guide who listens to the specific needs of the business and makes deployment recommendations based on their unique goals. Additionally, the guide assists throughout the simple installation-on-demand process and ensures that the business continues to take advantage of Fortis’ cloud-based architecture. This enables the organization to seamlessly deploy new functionality and allows Fortis to develop beyond the boundaries of the ERP platform.

Businesses can also take advantage of additional revenue-accelerating functionality with the Fortis-Sage 50 integration by accelerating and streamlining payment processing using click-to-pay invoices, automated invoice chasing, securely stored payment information, and next day funding. They will have access to everything they need to scale quickly and efficiently, including Level 2 and Level 3 data enrichment, card present transactions, multi-company support, and free assistance with simplified PCI compliance that can be completed within minutes.

“We are excited to announce our latest integration with Sage 50 in the US,” says Greg Cohen, Fortis CEO. “We strive to provide our customers with the latest technology through award-winning APIs and world-class onboarding. The partnership with Sage allows us to take this a step further, offering clients enhanced access to Sage technology.”

Organizations using Fortis payments solutions, integrated within the Sage 50 ecosystem, can now have the peace of mind of securely processing their transactions with the leader in embedded payments.

About Fortis

Fortis is the leader in embedded payments for software providers, processing billions of dollars annually by delivering comprehensive payment solutions and commerce enablement to software partners and developers. The company’s mission is to forge a holistic payments experience, guiding businesses to reach uncharted growth and scale. As the solution of choice for the future of payments, Fortis moves commerce closer to invisible with a proprietary platform that supports and strengthens the payments capabilities of software partners. For more information, visit fortispay.com.

Fortis Expands Into Canada, Enhances Capabilities for Marketplaces and Software Platforms, and Acquires SmartPay

Posted on June 22, 2023 by fortis2025

Embedded payments leader now offers solutions outside the U.S., expands the platform’s capabilities, and brings a new embedded payments team into the Fortis family

NOVI, Mich., June 22, 2023 — Fortis, a payment and commerce technology leader for software providers, marketplaces, and scaling businesses, today announced that the company now offers its solutions in Canada, its first expansion outside the United States. Fortis also announced the acquisition of embedded payments provider SmartPay and rolled out enhanced funding and settlement capabilities to meet rising demands from marketplaces and software platforms.

Canada Expansion

Fortis’ expansion allows software platforms and businesses operating in the Canadian market to leverage the proprietary technology once available to only U.S. clients. The Canadian roll-out not only supports omni-channel credit card processing, but Interac Debit acceptance, with electronic funds transfer (EFT) coming soon as a fast follower for B2B and recurring payment clients. Customers in Canada can access the full suite of Fortis’ solutions through award-winning APIs, which create a seamless integration to the customer’s existing payment software solution.

New Funding and Settlement Capabilities

Fortis has also launched a Secondary Amount feature to allow integrated software partners to assess and collect platform fees when processing payments through its solutions. Secondary Amount is available in the Fortis API suite. Software partners can designate a platform or other type of fee to be assessed as part of a single transaction and deposited separately. The single authorization and split settlement capability is critical for high-performing marketplace partners.

“We are extremely proud of the strides we’ve made in the past few months in Product,” said Kevin Shamoun, SVP Product & Innovation, Fortis. “Our efforts will not only expand payment processing into new locations, but also improve the interaction of data between merchant and ISV, enhancing the user experience.”

SmartPay Acquisition

Fortis also acquired embedded payment solution provider SmartPay, which has strong partnerships in the enterprise software and ERP ecosystems. SmartPay was founded to bring enhanced technology solutions to the small business community, and brings its exceptional team, productive customer relationships, and rich capabilities to Fortis. SmartPay founders and former managing partners Mike Sheffey and Nate Schloss will join the Fortis leadership team as part of the acquisition. MAPP Advisors (www.mappadvisors.com) acted as advisors to SmartPay for the transaction.

“We are thrilled to be a part of the Fortis team,” Sheffey said. “Fortis’ continued growth over the past few years has made them an obvious choice for our next chapter.” Schloss added, “Extending Fortis’ capabilities to all of our clients will be a great addition to our toolset and is going to do wonders for the future of embedded payments.”

The SmartPay acquisition gives Fortis access to a skilled team of integrated payments professionals and enables the company to leverage the strong relationships SmartPay built, strengthening Fortis’ ability to serve scaling client businesses in complex markets. “I could not be more excited about the opportunities SmartPay brings to our organization,” says Greg Cohen, CEO, Fortis. “Mike and Nate will be invaluable additions to the Fortis team. We continue to prove that Fortis is the leader in embedded payments — and this is just the beginning.”

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