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Payroc Partners with The First State Bank in Texas to Deliver Next-Generation Payments Solutions to Area Businesses
Leading global payments company Payroc is proud to announce a new partnership with The First State Bank, a respected financial institution serving businesses and consumers throughout the Texas Gulf Coast and South Texas region.
Effective October 6, 2025, Payroc will begin providing comprehensive payment processing solutions to The First State Bank’s business customers. Payroc’s merchant services include smart point-of-sale systems, online payments, electronic invoicing via email and text message, compliant cost-savings programs such as cash discounting and surcharging, mobile processing, digital invoicing, same-day funding, reporting and analytics, risk monitoring and fraud management, white-glove support, and more.
The collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both The First State Bank and Payroc to help merchants operate efficiently, safeguard revenue, grow, and succeed.
“The partnership between Payroc and The First State Bank gives business customers access to powerful, flexible payment solutions backed by local support they can trust,” said Kristine Long, Treasury Management Manager at The First State Bank. “It’s all about helping businesses grow, streamline operations, and stay competitive in an evolving marketplace.”
“We are committed to supporting local clients and strengthening the communities they serve,” said Chad Stephens, Vice President of Sales and Revenue Growth at Payroc. “We do this by enabling seamless commerce, meeting customers where they are, and powering payments every step of the way.”
From small and midsized businesses to professional service firms, enterprise companies, nonprofits, and municipalities, The First State Bank customers will benefit from Payroc’s ability to deliver customized payments solutions backed by local support and world-class infrastructure. This high-touch approach ensures that every merchant receives cost-effective, reliable, and compliant solutions that evolve with their needs.
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