Strategies for a Better Payment Mix and Maximizing the Revenue Opportunity

It’s time to stop leaving money on the table in your Accounts Payable department.

AP has traditionally been a “money-out” department. But as digital payment methods (like virtual card) become financially lucrative, organizations are looking for ways to kick costly checks to the curb and integrate more efficient and revenue-generating payment types.

This discussion will offer an in-depth look into the challenges that organizations face with manual, paper-based payments and how electronic methods can impact your business for the better. We’ll cover the benefits that a diverse payment mix has to offer your business, your suppliers, and your bottom line. Finally, we’ll provide tips your business can utilize for creating long-term payment strategies that maximize electronic adoption while uncovering efficiencies within your AP department.

Mark Brousseau
President, Brousseau & Associates 

Over the past 26 years, Mark Brousseau has established himself as a thought leader on accounts payable, accounts receivable, payments and document automation.   A popular speaker at industry conferences and on webinars and podcasts, Brousseau advises prominent end-users and solutions and services providers on how to use automation to improve document- and payments-driven business processes.  Brousseau has chaired numerous educational conferences and has served on several industry committees and boards.  He resides in Center City Philadelphia with his wife and three sons. 

Jason M. Turner, APSC
VP, National Solution Consulting Manager, CommercePayments

Joining Commerce Bank in 2013, Jason Turner brings 17 years of experience in the invoice process and payment industry. With insight regarding both the user’s and the provider’s perspective, Jason consults with clients in various industries to determine where efficiencies would be gained and cost savings realized in their accounts payable process. He is able to analyze the current AP process while establishing strategic goals and outlining the steps and best practices required to automate processes within AP. He arms businesses with comprehensive ROI justifications through inclusive payments strategies.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa and is a certified Accredited Payables Solutions Consultant (APSC); further demonstrating his knowledge and overall understanding of AP processes.