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Christopher Boza
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Christopher Boza

Financial Institution Relationship Manager
Seffner,FL

Summary

Financial Institution Relationship Manager With over 20 years of dedicated experience in the Merchant Services industry and client management, I currently serve as a Financial Institution Relationship Manager. I specialize in delivering tailored payment solutions that precisely meet business objectives. As a seasoned professional, I excel in building and nurturing client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for a diverse portfolio. Currently I manage a strategic partnership with Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, collaborating closely with them to implement initiatives that foster growth and streamline processes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work History

Financial Institutions Relationship Manager

Global Payments Inc.
Tampa, Florida
02.2026 - Current

As a Financial Institution Relationship Manager and fintech specialist, I drive the adoption of the Genius POS and payment technology platform for small and mid-sized merchants. Consulted directly with business owners to identify operational inefficiencies and implemented modern POS solutions that enhanced customer loyalty and streamlined payment processing. Conducted impactful product demonstrations and technical consultations, equipping clients with award-winning technology that scaled with their business.

Implementation Account Manager

Newtek Payment Solutions
Tampa, FL
06.2024 - 02.2026

Lead client relationship management as the primary point of contact for a diverse portfolio, collaborating closely with clients to understand their business needs and challenges. Deliver tailored payment solutions aligned with client objectives, leveraging advanced technical expertise to provide comprehensive support for POS systems and payment gateways. Consistently surpass performance metrics, demonstrating a commitment to exceptional service delivery and business growth. Enhanced system reliability and performance through proactive strategies, improving client satisfaction and retention. Diagnosed and resolved complex technical issues, ensuring seamless service and operational continuity. Analyzed client transaction data and system performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities and implement cost savings.

Senior Solutions Advisor

IDIQ
12.2023 - 02.2024

Provided expert guidance on navigating cybersecurity threats and leveraging Bitdefender's security solutions, ensuring clients' comprehensive coverage against evolving cyber risks. Engaged with clients to understand specific security needs, developing targeted solutions for effective fraud prevention and credit monitoring. Customized fraud prevention, credit report services, and cybersecurity solutions, strengthening client defenses against cyber threats and dark web exposures. Drove additional revenue streams through strategic upselling and cross-selling of advanced security services. Recorded all client interactions and sales activities in CRM systems, ensuring systematic follow-up and efficient query resolution.

Partner Sales Manager

EVO Payments
07.2021 - 06.2023

Managed partner accounts, delivering precise pricing information, reviewing financial statements, and recommending adjustments to optimize cash discount and surcharge programs. Strengthened partner relationships, identifying improvement opportunities and developing pricing strategies to minimize errors. Partnered collaboratively to deploy these programs and leveraged CRM systems for optimal project management, consistently surpassing monthly retention targets for two years. Conducted data analysis to identify trends and growth areas, aligning insights with organizational goals. Maintained up-to-date pricing information, ensuring swift communication of any changes to partners.

Quality Assurance Specialist

Chase Merchant Services
03.2016 - 04.2021

Orchestrated hands-on training for the internal quality review team and executed detailed trend analyses, sharing insights with senior management. Assessed and synchronized internal practices with quality standards and regulatory mandates. Leveraged industry expertise to enhance policies and procedures for improved compliance and effectiveness. Diagnosed and resolved technical challenges, pinpointing underlying causes and implementing effective solutions. Escalated critical issues impacting merchant security and bank operations to prompt timely resolution. Served as a pivotal liaison across departments to expedite the resolution of merchant-related inquiries. Developed partnerships to drive adoption of shared risk controls and ensure consistent interpretations across teams.

Advanced Product Support Specialist

Chase Merchant Services
Tampa, Florida
07.2007 - 03.2016

Specialized in technical support for transaction processing systems, including PC-based and web-based platforms. Assisted clients with payment processing, system setup, and connectivity troubleshooting through phone and email. Addressed daily inquiries, providing robust support and swift resolution of merchant issues. Configured and maintained integrated and semi-integrated terminals to ensure optimal system functionality and reliability. Performed equipment diagnostics and software troubleshooting, swiftly resolving or escalating issues to prevent service interruptions. Managed complex communication protocols and security measures, such as password resets for NetConnect users, to secure client data.

Education

General Coursework -

Hillsborough Community College

Skills

  • Customer portfolio management
  • New business development
  • Customer education and consulting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Product expertise
  • Account growth
  • Relationship management
  • Financial services
  • PCI DSS
  • B2B Consultative Sales

Certification

  • Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Google | Coursera,
  • CompTIA Security+, CompTIA
  • University of Michigan Financial Technology (Fintech) Innovations Specialization,
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Operations Professional
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations
  • Mastercard Certified Associate Fraud Analyst

Interests

Outdoor Exploration

Professional Networking

Continuous Learning

Community Involvement

Technical Interest

Reading books

Timeline

Financial Institutions Relationship Manager

Global Payments Inc.
02.2026 - Current

Implementation Account Manager

Newtek Payment Solutions
06.2024 - 02.2026

Senior Solutions Advisor

IDIQ
12.2023 - 02.2024

Partner Sales Manager

EVO Payments
07.2021 - 06.2023

Quality Assurance Specialist

Chase Merchant Services
03.2016 - 04.2021

Advanced Product Support Specialist

Chase Merchant Services
07.2007 - 03.2016

General Coursework -

Hillsborough Community College
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