Episode 426: John Tait, Global MD of Payments Market at TNS

In this episode, Mike Townsend speaks with John Tait who is the Global Managing Director of the Payments Market Business at Transaction Network Services (TNS), a worldwide provider of payments solutions to global companies in the most mission-critical industries. In his role, John is responsible for identifying and driving growth across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions and is focused on meeting the unique requirements of its customers.

His executive experience includes business development, operations, customer service, strategy, distribution, and sales leadership. He has been responsible for the creation of Australia’s first non-bank-owned merchant acquiring the business and the establishment of a joint venture across 11 markets in Asia for merchant acquisition. He also played a critical role in leading the establishment and introduction of the Cashless Debit Card trial with the Commonwealth Government of Australia.