Jessica Finn is the Marketing Growth Manager at NMI, where she leads initiatives to educate newcomers to the payments industry. With a passion for demystifying the complexities of the payments industry, Jessica oversees the "Payments 101" series, collaborating with experts across the company to produce insightful articles for those new to the field. Her expertise in marketing combined with her dedication to education helps bridge the gap between intricate payment technologies and those eager to understand them. Jessica is committed to fostering growth and accessibility within the fintech community, ensuring that everyone can navigate the evolving payments landscape with confidence.
Articles by Jessica Finn:
The Role of a PayFac in Modern PaymentsBy Jessica FinnAs digital payments continue to grow, businesses want simpler ways to accept electronic payments. That's where payment facilitators (PayFacs) come in.
PayFacs help merchants get started quickly, making it easier for them to accept payments without complicated setup processes. PayFacs provide all...Read More
Embedded Payments: Understanding the BasicsBy Jessica FinnDigital payments are always evolving quickly. That's why businesses need new ways to improve customer experiences and streamline transactions. As the demand for seamless, user-friendly payment experiences continues to grow, embedded payments have become increasingly essential for businesses looki...Read More
The Role of Payment Gateways in Modern BusinessBy Jessica FinnA payment gateway enables secure, fast and seamless payment processing between customers, merchants and financial institutions. Acting as a digital bridge, it authorizes transactions, encrypts sensitive payment information and ensures the safe and efficient transfer of funds. Whether working with...Read More
Market Trends and Industry Insights: The Future of PaymentsBy Jessica FinnThe payments industry is constantly evolving. Software companies, independent sales organizations (ISOs) and other payment industry professionals must stay informed about emerging trends. Understanding these shifts isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. The ability to anticipate and adapt to ind...Read More
Level 2 and Level 3 Payments: What You Need to KnowBy Jessica FinnIn payment processing, Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 processing refer to the types of data collected and transmitted with a credit card transaction. These levels indicate the depth of detail provided in a transaction, including data about the buyer, such as whether they are a small- or medium-siz...Read More
Knowing Your Path: ISO, PayFac or Software DeveloperBy Jessica FinnIn the payments industry, understanding your role is essential for long-term success. Businesses typically follow one of three main paths: independent sales organizations (ISOs), payment facilitators (PayFacs) or software developers. Each of these payment industry roles offers unique opportunitie...Read More
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