Flourishes

Alison L. Burns, MBA, Founder & CEO

PRECISION PAYMENT SYSTEMS

Alison got started in payment systems over a decade ago as an outside sales consultant in credit card processing and point-of-sale systems, but she felt her customer service wasn’t at her standards since she had to meet a quota for another company. So, she struck out on her own, enabling her to offer a wider portfolio and provide a more fitting service and solution to her clients’ goals. Her tenacity paid off, and Precision Payment Systems now has seven credit card processors, six point of sale systems, and extends from Florida to Texas and up to Arkansas. “This business was born out of my Christian faith for serving others,” she says. “I really have a heart for the independent business owner. I want to do right by them and be fair to them with one of their top three overhead expenses.” Her favorite part of running her business is connecting with her clients and providing services that can help their families. “My services improve cash flow, help their businesses grow, and increase revenues.” In addition to owning her own company, Alison is a member of the Women’s Network in Electronic Transactions, the Electronic Transactions Association, Stay Local NOLA, the leadership council for the National Federation of Independent Businesses in Louisiana and Mississippi, and she is a Certified Payment Professional as of June.

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logo. $60. Sazerac House. sazerachouse.com. 3. Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 68 Compact by Skinbetter Science. Whether it’s around town or by the pool, pop this sunscreen compact in your bag and touch up on the go! Aesthetic Surgical Associates. 3223 8th St #200, Metairie. aestheticsurgical.com. 4. Tic-tactoe inspired art for the gold and acrylic lovers. Fur.nish, 3413 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie. 702-8514, furnishnola.com.

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