DUBLIN (2nd July 2025) Retail Excellence Ireland (REI), the largest representative body for the retail industry in Ireland, has announced a three-year sponsorship with leading merchant acquirer Elavon, subsidiary of U.S. Bank.
This strategic sponsorship sees Elavon become the preferred payments partner to REI and its membership base, comprising Ireland's foremost retail companies. As part of this collaboration, Elavon will also become the title sponsor of REI's prestigious annual awards, now renamed the "Elavon Retail Excellence Awards."
The partnership's first official engagement took place at the Retail Excellence Retreat on May 27th at the luxurious Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny. The event served as the perfect platform to showcase this exciting new collaboration and mark the opening of award submissions for 2025. The Elavon Retail Excellence Ireland Awards will then take place on Saturday, November 15th also at Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny.
Commenting on the partnership, Jean McCabe, CEO of REI, said: "I am delighted to announce this partnership with Elavon, the leading merchant services and payments provider in Ireland. As our economy faces into a potentially difficult spell, it is critically important that Irish retailers have the ability to deliver a seamless customer experience to maintain our world-leading standards. Elavon's optimal payments solution will see our members well-placed to deliver on that promise."
Paul Dunne, head of sales in Ireland, Elavon Europe said: "We have been supporting merchants in Ireland for 25 years. We are thrilled to mark this anniversary with this important association with the Retail Excellence, who have been advancing the interest of Irish retailers for several decades, helping create a vibrant retail industry in Ireland and delivering outstanding consumer experiences throughout the country.”
The newly launched partnership underscores both organisations ' commitment to supporting the evolving needs of retailers across Ireland, providing innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
About Retail Excellence Ireland
Established in 1995, Retail Excellence Ireland is owned by the members, for the members. We are an organisation which invests in innovative and exciting learning, market intelligence, human resources services, Government representation and member networking initiatives. Retail Excellence Ireland has over 2,200 leading retail companies in Ireland. Our members are the most progressive and innovative retailers. Retail Excellence Ireland is the largest retail industry body in Ireland.
About Elavon
Elavon is a leading global payments company with more than 4,300 employees and operations in 10 countries. A subsidiary of U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB), Elavon provides businesses with the technology needed to accept payments from customers, whether they are shopping in stores, at home or on the go.
Its platform is distinctive in that it is common across countries, making it easier for businesses to get their payment system up and running quickly and securely.
Elavon Financial Services DAC. Registered in Ireland with Companies Registration Office. The liability of the member is limited. United Kingdom branch registered in England and Wales under the number BR022122.
Elavon Financial Services DAC, trading as Elavon Merchant Services, is authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and with deemed variation of permission. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Details of the Temporary Permissions Regime, which allows EEA-based firms to operate in the UK for a limited period while seeking full authorisation, are available on the Financial Conduct Authority’s website.
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U.S. Bank Europe DAC, trading as Elavon Merchant Services, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
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