Commerce Gate Press Releases

Note: The following are press releases that were released from Commerce Gate over the past few years and are sorted in order of most recent to oldest.

09/18/2008 - Commercegate Jumps The Pond To Offer IPSP Services In The US.








CommerceGate has announced a strategic partnership with DHD Media of Culver City, California and SegPay of Coral Springs, Florida to offer IPSP and merchant services to the market. Expanding on their success in Europe, CommerceGate now offers the same award-winning services to US-based companies that it has delivered to their EU-based clients for years.



"Commerce Gate has worked diligently to build our company into a leader in third-party billing and to gain respect throughout the online community. Our goal has always been to establish ourselves as a global brand, a name that is synonymous with trust and reliability," said Bjorn Skarlen, CEO of CommerceGate. "This strategic relationship with DHD Media and SegPay levels the playing field and allows us to compete directly with the large established IPSPs in the market."



No longer bounded by geographical limitations, CommerceGate has entered the market with aggressive pricing, multiple banking relationships, and a host of products and services. "We are excited about the opportunity to work with CommerceGate. They have been the leading IPSP in the EU for years; their innovative practices follow our business structure and thats what makes this relationship so strong" said Cathy Beardsley, CEO of SegPay. "The more we work together, the more obvious the benefits."



"DHD Media is one of the largest gateways in the adult market, processing more than six million transactions a year. This strategic alliance with the two top IPSPs in the industry gives our alliance an unprecedented ability to service both new and existing clients." said Ron Jenkins, President of DHD. "Aligning ourselves with CommerceGate and Segpay is a gigantic step forward for all three companies and for the market segment entirely."



Multiple banking relationships, support in multiple time zones, worldwide customer and client services, combined with excessive knowledge of the IPSP world-both domestically and internationally-promise to transform CommerceGate from a leader in the EU market to a global choice for clients worldwide.



About CommerceGate


As an authorized Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), CommerceGate offers online businesses a complete set of services to enable them to start accepting credit card payments from their customers quickly and safely. CommerceGates all-in-one billing solution includes advanced Fraud Protection, Secure Access Management, Online Tools, and exclusive client and end-user support. For additional information about the important announcement or to become more familiar with the many services offered please visit www.commercegate.com.


01/24/2008 - CommerceGate Unleashes New Payment Options at Xbiz Hollywood Conference

LOS ANGELES - Leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP) CommerceGate (www.commercegate.com) has proudly announced that the company has signed on as a sponsor of XBIZ Hollywood Conference ’08 (www.xbizhollywood.com) taking place from February 6 - 8, 2008 at the Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles.



Over the past year CommerceGate has made huge strides by expand its power both in Europe and the US Markets. Educating webmasters about internet payment services is an important function which CommerceGate takes seriously. As a result, CommerceGate has chosen to sponsor 2008 XBIZ Hollywood Special Programs and Sessions (http://www.xbizhollywood.com/schedule.php).



XBIZ Hollywood 08 is the adult entertainment industrys annual business conference featuring world-class seminars, workshops, keynote addresses and unique networking events. Business professionals from around the globe attend XBIZ Hollywood to learn about the present state and future of the multi-billion dollar adult entertainment industry.



“We are very pleased to have CommerceGate as a supporting sponsor of XBIZ Hollywood ’08 conference,” XBIZ President Alec Helmy said. “CommerceGate is one of the key international Internet payment processors in the adult market today.”



CommerceGate provides credit and debit card billing worldwide with locally tailor-made solutions specially for Europe. In February CommerceGate will launch the Euro Debit (EU “ACH”) for , , , and now also the ! 3D secure solution for the Maestro and Verify by Visa programs will be accepted as well!



“We are excited about the new payment features we are implementing to offer our clients more options to make bigger profits,” said Bjorn Skarlen, CEO for CommerceGate. “Meet us at XBIZ Hollywood Conference ’08 this February to learn more about the services CommerceGate has to offer and what we can do to increase Your business!”



Founded by industry veterans, CommerceGate is a leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), furnishing its clients with a suite of inter-operable payment services. These include real-time updates, a stats interface, advanced fraud protection, secure access management, online tools, as well as exclusive client and 24/7-end-customer support.



Merchants choose CommerceGate to build their online businesses and to market to a global base of consumers.



For additional information about CommerceGate, visit www.CommerceGate.com or email them at sales@commercegate.com.



Watch for more exciting CommerceGate announcements to come in 08!

12/22/2007 - CommerceGate Expands IPSP Presence In United States

Barcelona, Leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP) CommerceGate (www.commercegate.com) proudly announced that the company has increased its market focus in the making it easier for US companies to integrate and get web sites up through compliance.



To facilitate the increased focus on business in the , CommerceGate has hired two new Internet payment services professionals, adding to their existing team of Jeff Southworth and Samantha Berman. Steve Leyden in Secaucus, New Jersey will be handling client support, while Jimmy Christiansen will be in
San Francisco, CA, attending to compliance matters.



CommerceGate is excited about expanding our Internet payment service operations in the market,” said Bjorn Skarlen chief executive officer for CommerceGate. “We are expanding our team to meet the demands of our continued growth and we look forward to being at the upcoming Internext show where the industry gets a chance to meet with all of us and learn everything we have to offer.”



CommerceGate has signed on as a Seminar sponsor for Internext Las Vegas 2008 (www.internext-expo.com) being held January 13-15 at the Palms Casino Resort in
Las Vegas Nevada. CommerceGate is a proud sponsor of the Internext seminars, committed to helping webmasters adjust to industry innovations and market challenges.



“I’m thrilled to have Commercegate as the seminar sponsor at Internext,” said Chris Lebrun, Senior Account Executive of AVN Media Network, “Commercegate is a company that continues to grow and provide value to our industry. They are a company that continues to educate on the emerging technologies and payment solutions. They are an integral part of the show as they kick off there expansion for 2008.”



Experience first hand what a truly global IPSP group of professionals is all about when the
Barcelona CommerceGate team unites with our US CommerceGate team (comprised of Jeff, Jimmy and Samantha) at the Internext Show and the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo in January.



Founded by industry veterans, CommerceGate is a leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), furnishing its clients with a suite of inter-operable payment services. These include real-time updates, a stats interface, advanced fraud protection, secure access management, online tools, as well as exclusive client and end-user support.



CommerceGate clients accept credit cards like Visa, Electron, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo and Diner’s Club. With CommerceGate, clients can process transactions in Euros, US Dollars, Canadian Dollars, Australian Dollars, Swedish-Danish-Norwegian Krona, and Japanese Yen, with other currencies being added on a regular basis.



Merchants choose CommerceGate to build their online businesses and to market to a global base of consumers. For additional information about CommerceGate, visit www.CommerceGate.com or email them at sales@commercegate.com.



Watch for more exciting CommerceGate announcements to come in 2008!



09/12/2007 - CommerceGate Makes Their Mark at Webmaster Access Amsterdam and AOE London

BARCELONA – European Leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP) CommerceGate (www.commercegate.com) announced that it is going to have a big presence at the two upcoming European focused shows, Webmaster Access in Amsterdam and the AOE Webmasters event held in London.



The CommerceGate team will be attending the Webmaster Access Amsterdam which takes place from Thursday September 27 thru Saturday September 29, 2007 at the Radisson SAS. CommerceGate CEO Bjorn Skarlen will be a panel speaker at the Webmaster Access Processing Seminar, taking place on Saturday September 29, 2007 from noon to 1:00 PM. The seminar will cover different processing options for both new and established online adult industry professionals.



CommerceGate is also sponsoring AOE Webmasters London which takes place on Tuesday October 16, 2007 at a locale that will be posted on the AOE Webmasters London website (www.aoe-webmasters.com).



“We are excited to take our team to these great webmaster events and reach out to the European webmasters,” said Bjorn Skarlen Chief Executive Officer for CommerceGate. “I really look forward to be a panel member on the Processing Seminar at Webmaster Access Amsterdam. With all the innovations in payment processing, CommerceGate and I have a lot of information to share with webmasters. It’s your money… working with us will only be more profitable for you.”



Founded by industry veterans, CommerceGate is a leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), one that furnishes its clients with a suite of inter-operable payment services. These include real-time updates, a stats interface, advanced fraud protection, secure access management, online tools, as well as exclusive client and 24-7 end-user support.



CommerceGate
clients accept credit cards like Visa, Electron, MasterCard, Maestro, JCB, Solo and Diner’s Club. With CommerceGate, clients can process transactions in Euros, US, Canadian and Australian Dollars, British Pounds, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian Krona, and Yen, with other currencies being added on a regular basis.



Merchants choose CommerceGate to build their online businesses and to market to a global base of consumers.



For additional information about CommerceGate, visit www.CommerceGate.com today or contact us sales at commercegate.com or +34 93 600 2303.

07/25/2007 - CommerceGate to Serve as a Main Sponsor of Mansion Productions Boat Party


Barcelona, – European Leading Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), COMERCEGATE.com will serve as a main sponsor of Mansion Productions’ Boat Party, running from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 4.



The event will feature gambling tables where visitors can enjoy Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack and craps, while partaking in such amenities as two full bars, buffet appetizers, calypso band, massages, and some amazing seaside views.



Bjorn Skarlen, CommerceGate’s Chief Executive Officer, said he is proud to sponsor the event to be held aboard a luxury mega yacht in
South Florida.



“This is a great opportunity for CommerceGate to team up with Mansion Productions for an exciting night of gambling, drinks, music and lots of fun on a luxurious yacht,” Skarlen said.



“Our customers need us to work hard to make more profit for them, and hard work deserves a good party! This is going to be a great event and we can’t wait to see clients and prospects there.”



Since tickets are going fast, those interested in attending the event may contact any CommerceGate sales rep or e-mail sales@commercegate.com.



Bjorn, along with Samantha and Sarai of the CommerceGate sales team are also getting ready to attend the Internext Expo/Apex in
Hollywood, Florida. from Aug. 1-5 at the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa. The event will give the CommerceGate team and others a chance to catch up with clients and friends as well as discuss the latest in business and technology. Please contact the CommerceGate team to set up an appointment for more information on how to increase your profit!



Those wishing to schedule an appointment with the CommerceGate team at Internext may e-mail sales@commercegate.com or visit www.commercegate.com.



04/07/2007 - CommerceGate Sponsors AOE Expo

LOS ANGELES,
Calif. – Internet Payment Service Provider CommerceGate (www.CommerceGate.com) will appear as a corporate sponsor at the upcoming Adult Online Europe Expo, the company announced today.



Europe’s premier industry event, the AOE Expo will take place April 27th to 30th at the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky in
Amsterdam.



CEO of CommerceGate Bjorn expects this year’s AOE Expo to be a hotbed of activity, and looks forward to meeting up with companies seeking to grow their market presence in
Europe.



“Today, it’s easy to simply declare yourself a global company, but participating in the events at the AOE Expo and hooking up with a company like ours will help you really become one. If you’re a company interested in hitting the European marketplace on all cylinders, you need to be here.”



This year’s AOE Expo also coincides with Queen’s Day, a national holiday in the which draws nearly two million visitors to
Amsterdam for festive, open-air celebrations.



Jarvis Todd, sales and marketing director for the AOE Expo, is pleased to have CommerceGate as a sponsor. “We’ve teamed up with AWM organizers to create an event that brings together Eastern and
Western Europe. This AOE Expo is going to be the biggest on record, and with corporate sponsors like CommerceGate in attendance, lucrative networking opportunities will abound.”



To learn more about CommerceGate and its merchant processing solutions, visit www.CommerceGate.com. For information about the upcoming AOE Expo, visit www.AOExpo.com now.



04/02/2007 - CommerceGate Announces Jeff Southworth VP of North American Sales

LOS ANGELES,
Calif. – Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP) CommerceGate today announced that industry vet Jeff Southworth has joined the company as Vice President of North American sales.



Jeff comes to CommerceGate with a rich history in adult and mainstream e-commerce. He last served as Director of Marketing & Sales for Paycom, a post he held for six years.



Previous to that, Jeff spent many years in mainstream marketing at Fortune500 corporations such as Bausch & Lomb and AT&T, among others.



CommerceGate CEO Bjorn Skarlen expects Jeff will play a key role in company growth. “Jeff comes to us with extensive knowledge and experience in the industry. We’ve set some high goals for CommerceGate in the coming years. Jeff will be a guiding force as we seek to reach them all.”



Jeff and the rest of the CommerceGate team will be in attendance at the Phoenix Forum at the end of the month. He looks forward to meeting up with conference attendees, and introducing them to CommerceGate’s line of products and services.



“It’s great to be here. CommerceGate is an exceptional company with numerous options for program and paysite operators,” said Jeff. “I can’t wait to begin helping them gain an even stronger foothold in the biz.”



Today, more and more companies are processing with CommerceGate.com to leverage the global market. CommerceGate clients can accept credit cards like Visa & Electron, MasterCard & Maestro, JCB, Solo and Diner’s Club.



CommerceGate is processing transactions in Euros, Dollars, Canadian Dollars, Australian Dollars, Norwegian Crona, Yen, and five new currencies coming soon.



Contact Jeff to set up a meeting by Emailing jeff@commercegate.com. For additional information about CommerceGate, visit www.CommerceGate.com today.