Why PaymentsFirst?
PaymentsFirst is a trusted resource for navigating the fast-paced world of electronic payments. The rapidly changing landscape within the payment industry has brought numerous opportunities and challenges. PaymentsFirst is committed to helping member organizations thrive in this environment by providing up-to-date information, trends, and tools. The primary goal is to empower organizations to make informed decisions to ensure their success. At PaymentsFirst, our members' satisfaction is our foremost priority. We are committed to providing our members with a wealth of resources in the electronic payments field, including support, networking opportunities, industry advocacy, and valuable industry insights.
PaymentsFirst Board of Directors
Tynika Wilson
Navy Federal Credit Union
Chairperson
Dawn Brummett
ORNL Federal Credit Union
Vice Chairperson
Scott Woods
South Carolina Federal Credit Union
Treasurer
John Goedke Jr.
Sandy Spring Bank
Secretary
Mark Altman
Palmetto State Bank
Director
Steve Asbach
M&T Bank
Director
Kalei Dagulo
American Savings Bank
Director
Pam Davis
Delta Community Credit Union
Director
Gilbert Kennedy III
HAR-CO Credit Union
Director
Gloryana Nelson
Wells Fargo
Director
Chris Noe
Truist
Director
Nell Campbell-Drake
Federal Reserve Financial Services
Industry Advisor
Sandy Osborn
Harford Bank
Director
Keith Melton
The Clearing House
Industry Advisory
Paul Ragland
Millennium Bank
Director
Scott Roesch
Fond du Lac Credit Union
Director
Scott Young
HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union
Director
PAR Board of Directors
Mark Nelson
Independent
Chairperson
Jerry Seigal
Auburn Bank
Director
Glen Cross
Wilson Bank & Trust
Vice Chairperson
Scott Young
HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union
Director
Toni Davisson, CPA CFE
Spero Financial FCU
Treasurer
Brenda McComas
Middletown Valley Bank
Secretary
Cathy Housaman
Johnson Bank
Director
Staff
Mary Gilmeister, AAP, NCP
CEO, PaymentsFirst
Rich Leary
President, PaymentsFirst
Andrew Barlow, AAP
EVP, Finance & Operations
Chad Frank, AAP, APRP CCBIA, IOM
EVP, Risk & Consulting
Michele Barlow, AAP, AFPP APRP, NCP
EVP, Education
Jennifer Stadler, CPP, CCE
EVP, Marketing and Membership
Tim Dycus, AAP, APRP
VP, Risk & Consulting
Mandy Herman, AAP, NCP
VP, Marketing & Membership
Marybeth Mezewski
VP, Finance & Operations
Meredith Stubblefield, AAP AFPP, APRP, NCP
VP, Risk & Consulting
Jeanette Waye, AAP, APRP
VP, Risk & Consulting
Allen Young, AAP
VP, Education
Alaina Ackley, AAP, APRP CAMS, NCP
Risk & Consulting
Nicole Ambort-Cram, AAP APRP
Risk & Consulting
Rachel Archibald
Finance & Operations
Kelly Austin, AAP, APRP
Risk & Consulting
Joy Babcock
Education
Jeanne Bishop, AAP, APRP
Risk & Consulting
Kelly Boswell
Risk & Consulting
Trish Conte
Marketing & Membership
Joe Hamel, AAP, APRP
Risk & Consulting
Chelsea Karper, AAP
Risk & Consulting
Kari Kronberg, AAP, AFPP APRP, NCP
Education
Jessica Lelii, AAP, AFPP APRP, NCP
Education
Allen Michael, AFPP
Finance & Operations
Kaila Petty, AAP, APRP
Risk & Consulting
Doug Rozan, AAP, APRP
Risk & Consulting
Kelly Thomason, AAP, APRP CTP
Risk & Consulting
Randy Traynham, AAP AFPP, APRP, CTP, NCP
Education
Shannon Wilkins
Marketing & Membership
Non-Discrimination Statement
It is the policy of PaymentsFirst not to discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, family/parental status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability or veteran/military status, income derived from public assistance or political beliefs.
PaymentsFirst employees are fully committed to act in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding Non-Discrimination. Non-Discrimination will be practiced in every program, service, or activity provided by PaymentsFirst.
Any alleged violations of this policy or identified concerns should be directed to the HR Manager (1.866.993.3753).