SRM Europe acquires Accourt Payments Specialists to expand payments consulting capabilities
SRM Europe, a subsidiary of Strategic Resource Management, Inc. (SRM) known for its expert business advisory services, has announced the acquisition of Accourt Payments Specialists, a distinguished provider of payments consulting and strategic services. This acquisition aims to enhance SRM Europe’s capabilities in the payments, regulation, and risk management sectors, reinforcing its presence in the United Kingdom and European markets.
Accourt Payments Specialists, boasting a robust 22-year history in the industry, has served a wide range of clients including traditional financial institutions, card issuers, payment processors, and fintech companies. The company’s leadership, Founding Partner John Berns and Managing Partner Vaughan Collie, bring over four decades of combined experience in international retail banking and payments. Their expertise will now be integrated into SRM Europe’s offerings and the firm will continue operating under the rebranded name “Accourt Payments Specialists, an SRM Company.”
Neil Whittaker, CEO of SRM Europe, expressed his enthusiasm for the acquisition: “We’re thrilled to welcome the experts from Accourt Payments Specialists to the SRM family. This allows us to grow our brand in the UK and Europe, consolidate and build on our strength in payments, and share our 30+ years of experience with several new clients in the European market.” This move aligns with SRM’s objective to become a leading advisory firm within the financial services and payments sector, leveraging the acquisition to bolster its consultative influence and market reach.
Accourt is not only recognized for its payments expertise but also for its strategic contributions across vital areas such as risk, fraud, cybersecurity, and compliance. This acquisition comes at a crucial time as companies increasingly need to navigate the complexities introduced by emerging technologies like AI. The integration of Accourt’s profound knowledge in these areas further positions SRM Europe as a key player in advising companies through transformative changes.
The acquisition of Accourt Payments Specialists by SRM Europe is a strategic expansion that significantly enhances SRM’s ability to offer comprehensive and specialized consulting services in the payments and financial services sectors.
This move not only diversifies SRM Europe’s service offerings but also solidifies its expertise in navigating the complex regulatory and technological landscape of modern financial markets.
The strategic acquisition of Accourt Payments Specialists by SRM Europe marks a pivotal development in SRM’s expansion strategy, setting a robust foundation for future growth and enhanced service delivery in the financial advisory sector. With this acquisition, SRM Europe is well-positioned to drive significant operational and financial impacts for its clients in the evolving global market.