We are Elavon, a leading global payment processing company and a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bancorp, dedicated to helping businesses across the world facilitate fast, secure, and seamless payment transactions. Since our inception in 2000 through a joint venture formation in Dublin, Ireland, we have expanded to support the payment needs of over 1,000,000 merchant locations across more than 30 countries. We pride ourselves on being the fourth largest credit card processor in the U.S. and among the top six acquirers in the European market.
Our commitment is to provide specialized payment solutions that cater to the diverse needs of various industries—from restaurants and ecommerce businesses to landscaping services and large enterprises. Backed by the strength and ethical standards of U.S. Bank, the fifth largest commercial bank in the United States, we process nearly $577 billion in transactions annually, ensuring security and reliability for our customers.
We continuously innovate and expand, demonstrated by strategic acquisitions such as the Sage Pay business in the UK and Ireland, which has now been fully integrated under the Elavon brand. Our robust offerings include advanced security measures to protect customer payment data, flexible funding options to improve cash flow, and comprehensive online reporting tools designed to help businesses make data-driven decisions.
At Elavon, we operate with a global team of more than 4,000 employees in the US, Canada, and Europe, all striving to power exceptional payment experiences no matter the moment. Our dedication to excellent service is reflected in our high customer satisfaction and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau in both the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to partnering with you to help grow your business by facilitating payments that are fast, secure, and tailored to your unique needs.