Christopher Boza
Valor PayTech
20
Years of experience
4
Certification
Highly accomplished Fintech Professional with 20+ years of experience specializing in technical software/hardware implementation, financial institution partnerships, and strategic channel management. Expert at leading end-to-end client onboarding and managing high-value relationships with banks, software vendors (ISVs), and resellers to ensure seamless system integration and portfolio optimization.
Work History
11.2026 - Current
Relationship Manager
Valor PayTech | Remote
11.2026 - Current
- Advised ISO and ISV partners on payment-technology implementation to support seamless operations, focusing on understanding partner goals and simplifying cloud gateway setups and Android POS deployments.
- Collaborated with partners to maintain relationships and provide customers with thorough support and guidance.
- Communicated regularly with partners to understand needs, evaluate current product use and cross-sell new products.
8 Months
02.2026 - 10.2026
8 Months
Financial Institution Relationship Manager
Global Payments Inc. | Tampa, Florida
02.2026 - 10.2026
- Cultivate and manage high-level partnerships with financial institutions, serving as the strategic point of contact to align payment processing solutions with institutional objectives.
- Consult directly with mid-market merchants to deploy the Genius POS platform, ensuring seamless technical integration and optimized terminal connectivity for streamlined operations.
- Optimize merchant portfolio performance and retention by auditing operational inefficiencies, deploying secure gateway integrations, and ensuring strict adherence to PCI compliance standards.
1 Year 8 Months
06.2024 - 02.2026
1 Year 8 Months
Implementation Account Manager
Newtek Payment Solutions | Tampa, FL
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Managed full-cycle technical implementation and installation of merchant hardware and software, specializing in complex integrated terminal setup.
- Accelerated portfolio growth by consulting on high margin pricing strategies including Dual Pricing and Surcharge models to displace competitors and increase merchant profitability.
- Acted as a subject matter expert in PCI DSS Compliance, guiding merchants through complex security certifications to ensure data protection and eliminate non-compliance fees.
6 Months
12.2023 - 06.2024
6 Months
Senior Solutions Advisor
IDIQ | Tampa, Florida
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered targeted solutions for identity theft protection and credit monitoring, helping diverse clients navigate and mitigate evolving digital threats.
- Drove significant revenue growth by consulting on advanced security suites and dark web exposure tools, tailored to individual and business risk profiles.
- Leveraged technical expertise in data integrity to provide guidance on navigating cybersecurity threats, enhancing overall client retention and portfolio value.
1 Year 11 Months
07.2021 - 06.2023
1 Year 11 Months
Partner Sales Manager
EVO Payments | Tampa, Florida
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed the rollout of high-margin Cash Discount and Surcharge initiatives, driving significant partner revenue growth while maintaining a 99% accuracy rate across the portfolio.
- Exceeded monthly sales and retention targets by fostering strong partner relationships and providing proactive pricing strategies that stayed ahead of market shifts.
- Leveraged CRM systems to manage complex portfolio projects, ensuring seamless communication and rapid implementation of new equipment and software upgrades.
5 Years 1 Month
03.2016 - 04.2021
5 Years 1 Month
Quality Assurance Specialist
Chase Paymentech | Tampa, Florida
03.2016 - 04.2021
- Orchestrated comprehensive training for quality review teams and executed detailed trend analysis, providing senior management with data-driven insights to optimize organizational performance.
- Synchronized internal practices with regulatory mandates and industry standards, developing shared risk controls to ensure maximum operational security and effectiveness.
- Served as a pivotal cross departmental liaison to diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges, prioritizing issues impacting merchant security and bank operations.
8 Years 8 Months
07.2007 - 03.2016
8 Years 8 Months
Advanced Product Support Specialist
Chase Paymentech | Tampa, Florida
07.2007 - 03.2016
- Directed technical implementation of Verifone and Ingenico hardware, managing full cycle configuration and deployment for diverse retail and hospitality environments.
- Optimized integrated POS and gateway connectivity, ensuring secure, low-latency transaction processing across complex network infrastructures.
- Facilitated high level technical consultations on terminal-to-software integration, troubleshooting API and gateway communication to maintain system uptime for high-volume merchants.
Education
General Coursework
Hillsborough Community College
Skills
Strategic Portfolio & Territory Growth
Financial Institution Relationship Management
B2B Consultative Sales & Lead Generation
Retention & Account Growth Optimization
Contract Negotiation & Pricing Model Strategy
Cross Selling & Revenue Expansion
Integrated Payment Systems
Payment Gateway & API Implementation
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Google | Coursera, 01/01/24
- CompTIA Security+, CompTIA
- University of Michigan Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovations Specialization, Coursera, 01/01/23
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Operations Professional, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations, 01/01/23
- Mastercard Certified Associate Fraud Analyst 05/05/2026
Timeline
Relationship Manager
Valor PayTech
11.2026 - CurrentRead more
Financial Institution Relationship Manager
Global Payments Inc.
02.2026 - 10.2026Read more
Implementation Account Manager
Newtek Payment Solutions
06.2024 - 02.2026Read more
Senior Solutions Advisor
IDIQ
12.2023 - 06.2024Read more
Partner Sales Manager
EVO Payments
07.2021 - 06.2023Read more
Quality Assurance Specialist
Chase Paymentech
03.2016 - 04.2021Read more
Advanced Product Support Specialist
Chase Paymentech
07.2007 - 03.2016Read more
Hillsborough Community College - General Coursework,
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