Upstate Merchant Advocates

Upstate Merchant Advocates is a consulting firm that specializes in advocating for businesses in the complex world of credit card and payment processing. Founded by a former executive from a large payment processor, the company's mission is to provide transparency and cost savings for merchants. They achieve this by conducting detailed audits of merchant processing statements, identifying hidden fees and overcharges, and then negotiating directly with processors to secure better rates and more favorable terms on behalf of their clients. They operate independently, not as a processor themselves, ensuring their advice is unbiased and solely in the merchant's best interest.