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Busey Bank Taps CorServ to Launch Modern Card Program

Busey Bank Taps CorServ to Launch Modern Card Program
  • Busey Bank has selected CorServ to offer a new credit card program for its commercial clients.
  • Busey Bank is giving up its Agent Bank program in favor of CorServ’s Account Issuer Program, in which Busey Bank will directly issue credit cards.
  • CorServ has been offering card issuing services since it launched in 2009.

Illinois-based Busey Bank announced today it has selected card issuer CorServ to power a a modern credit card program for its commercial customers.

Busey Bank has switched from its Agent Bank program, in which a third party financial institution issued the cards, selecting CorServ’s Account Issuer Program, in which Busey Bank will directly issue credit cards to its customers through CorServ’s program. The bank anticipates the move will make its card solution more comprehensive and will improve the interchange, benefitting both the bank and its clients.

“Busey Bank uniquely knows the financial situation and banking needs of our commercial customers,” said Busey Bank EVP and Director of Treasury Management Andy Santangelo. “CorServ’s commercial card program provides us with tools for credit decisioning, options for local servicing, and custom rebates which empower Busey Bank to better serve our commercial customers compared to what National card issuers can offer.”

Busey Bank was founded in 1868 and serves retail and commercial customers across its 80 branch locations in Illinois, Missouri, Florida, and Indiana. In addition to its commercial card service offerings, the bank also offers commercial clients business planning and business online banking tools.

CorServ has been offering card issuing services since it launched in 2009. The fintech currently offers a turnkey credit card issuing service, a direct credit card issuing service, and a payment cards-as-a-service API. Leveraging CorServ’s Account Issuer Program, Busey Bank will offer its commercial customers better credit card products, a self-service card management interface, customizable reports that include including Level 2 and 3 transaction data, virtual cards, employee spend controls, and expense reporting.

CorServ has raised a total of $2.1 million, according to Crunchbase. Last month, the company was selected by Scale Bank to enhance its commercial lending. Additionally, a month earlier, Gorham Savings Bank announced plans to utilize CorServ’s technology to improve its commercial credit card program.

“CorServ’s program gives commercial customers a modern approach to banking with more capabilities for a convenient and simple experience,” said CorServ CEO Anil Goyal. “We are thrilled to partner with Busey Bank to contribute to their legacy of associate excellence, customer service, community involvement, and expanding shareholder value.”


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