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Paybefore Awards 2010: The Winner's Circle 

Paybefore Awards’ Industry Achievement winners and the winners of four additional categories are profiled in this issue of Paybefore Update. For a complete list of Paybefore Award Winners in each category and photos of award winners, click here.


President Clinton Highlights Positive Role for Prepaid Cards in Achieving Social Goals

It’s a paraphrase to be sure, but President Bill Clinton loves prepaid—or at least its potential to advance the social goals the former U.S. president holds close to his heart.


Maritz Buys American Express’ Minority Stake in AEIS

Maritz Holdings, Inc. has purchased American Express Company’s 49 percent stake in the joint venture American Express Incentive Services.


Consumers Rank Top 10 Gift Cards, Bath & Body Works Takes First

In a survey ranking the top 10 retail gift cards consumers received in the 2009 holiday season, Bath & Body Works came out on top.


Q&A with Brad Hanson, President, Meta Payment Systems   

Meta's president talks about aligning strategies and lessons learned.

 



Prepaid Expo USA Fetes Industry, Draws Big Name Speakers

Attendees at Prepaid Expo USA packed the ballroom of the Rio Hotel & Casino to hear Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States, and businessman Robert L. Johnson, the first African-American billionaire.

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Viewpoint: Payroll Cards: Keeping an Eye on the Big Picture    

State lawmakers and consumer advocates should not lose sight of the big picture regarding payroll cards: They offer underserved employees convenience and protections provided to others by direct deposit.


Executive Profile: One on One with Jim Contardi, Senior Vice President, First Data  

Jim Contardi joined Atlanta-based First Data in June 2008 during a key milestone in company history.

 


Companies to Watch: Stanton Consultancy Limited

Stanton Consultancy Limited (SCL) isn’t a household name, but its clients are.


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