Western States Acquirers Association

Western States Acquirers Association (WSAA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit and a non-member trade association managed by a dedicated board of industry volunteers. WSAA serves individuals and businesses engaged in selling merchant acquiring-related services directly to the retail, ecommerce, and SaaS industries.

WSAA’s annual conference is the acquiring industry’s premier event, providing unparalleled networking opportunities, thought leadership, and education for Merchant Acquirers, ISOs, MLSs, payment organizations, and SaaS companies. Our events are funded through exhibitor, sponsor, and attendee registration fees.

As an attendee of WSAA’s annual conference, you will gain access to a wealth of industry knowledge, valuable networking events, and thought-provoking educational sessions. Whether you are a Merchant Acquirer, ISO, MLS, part of a payment organization, or a SaaS company, our conference offers tailored content to enhance your expertise and drive business growth. Join us to stay ahead of industry trends, connect with peers, and explore innovative solutions.

 

2026 WSAA Board of Directors

We are grateful for the significant contributions of these payments industry volunteers.

Group photo of 15 people dressed in semi-formal attire indoors.

2025 Board Photo - Scottsdale, AZ
Standing from the left:
  Khari Towns, Josh Johnstone, Christine Kim, Scott DeFazio, Amanda Beam, Ashton Radican, Chase Oelkers, Matt Dreise, Glenn Smith
Seated from the left: John Newton, Peggy Olson, Rebecca Walden, Deborah Camm, Sarah Adams, Alice Kong, Steve Eazell

President Emeritus

Jason Putnam - SVP Card Services Business Development, TIB.
Served as President 2020-2021

Xavier Ayala - 2014-2016

Ken Elderts (Deceased, Founder) - 2007-2009

Sherry Fredrickson (Retired, Founder) - 2004-2006

Association Partners