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ETA ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL PAYMENTS PROGRAM AT TRANSACT 14: POWERED BY ETA

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Posted on March 14, 2014

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Global Business Opportunities in Payments Showcased at World’s Largest Payments Technology Event       

ETA Launches International Payments Program

The Electronic Transactions Association (ETA), the global trade association representing the payments technology world, announced a new program focused on international opportunities in payments, anchored by TRANSACT 14’s International track sponsored by Discover. One of eight high-impact educational tracks offered at this year’s conference, TRANSACT 14 attendees choosing the International track will engage in dialogue on all aspects of the international marketplace with true industry insiders.  TRANSACT 14 will take place April 8 – 10, 2014 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, and registration is open now at www.transact14.com.

“The payments community is truly global, and TRANSACT 14 is the global meeting place for payments professionals to connect and do business,” said Jason Oxman, ETA CEO.  “For U.S. companies looking for overseas opportunities, to payments professionals from outside the U.S. looking for the right business partners to enter our markets, TRANSACT 14 is the place to be.”

TRANSACT 14 International Track Highlights

TRANSACT 14’s international programming presents attendees with a unique opportunity to explore the dynamic market opportunities in the global payments business. The International track features 11 illuminating sessions including regional analysis, insights on payments in BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China), an in-depth look at global acquirers and much more.

Expansion of TRANSACT 14 Conference and Expo

With a newly expanded education and conference schedule, speakers from the world’s top payments and technology companies, a sold-out exhibit floor, and 4,000 attendees from 1,000 companies representing 24 countries, TRANSACT 14 is the world’s gathering place to make connections with the biggest players in payments. TRANSACT 14 includes an expanded selection of educational opportunities with 8 conference tracks, increased trade show floor hours, and unlimited industry networking opportunities. TRANSACT 14 will offer three full days of programming, culminating in the biggest networking party in payments, the TRANSACT Party at the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay. These enhancements have been designed to showcase technical innovations in payments, provide ramp-up training for those new to payments, and provide a stage for networking and partnerships.

For more information about TRANSACT or to register today, visit www.electran.org/transact14. For media inquiries, contact Meghan Cieslak at 202-677-7406, or meghan.cieslak@electran.org.

About ETA

About Electronic Transactions Association (ETA)

The Electronic Transactions Association (ETA) is the global trade association representing more than 500 payments and technology companies. ETA members make commerce possible by processing more than $4.5 trillion in purchases in the U.S. and deploying payments innovations to merchants and consumers.

Key Takeaways

  • Electronic Transactions Association (ETA) launched an International payments program at TRANSACT 14 to foster global business opportunities.
  • TRANSACT 14 featured an International track with 11 sessions on global regions including BRIC, global acquirers, and market expansion.
  • The event drew around 4,000 attendees from 1,000 companies across 24 countries, showcasing industry innovations and networking.
  • Hosted at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, April 8–10, 2014, the conference included a sold‑out exhibit hall, expanded educational tracks, and a signature networking party at the Shark Reef Aquarium.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the International track at TRANSACT 14?
A dedicated program with 11 sessions covering global payments topics like BRIC markets, regional analysis, and insights from international acquirers.
When and where was TRANSACT 14 held?
TRANSACT 14 took place April 8–10, 2014 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
Who organized TRANSACT 14 and what was its purpose?
It was organized by the Electronic Transactions Association to showcase global business opportunities in payments and connect international and U.S. industry professionals.
How large was the event?
About 4,000 attendees from 1,000 companies representing 24 countries attended, with a sold‑out exhibit floor and expanded educational programming.

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