· 16+ years of Experience in the Financial Services Industry including 10+ years in payment processing and 9+ years in certification and project planning across EMV, MSR, and e-commerce technologies.· Certification Expertise: Proven ability to conduct comprehensive Top Client-level certifications across diverse APIs (ISO 8583, JSON, XML, UTF, SOAP), including card brand APIs for Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover.· Advanced Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in use of tools such as UL BTT, Card Spy, TLV parsers, card brand EMV simulators, Postman, PIN decryption, Notepad ++, and more to ensure thorough and accurate certifications.· Relationship Management & Collaboration: Extensive experience cultivating and managing high-value relationships with merchants, brands, and interdepartmental teams, leveraging expertise to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals.· Pioneered EMV Certification Processes: Instrumental in designing, documenting, and implementing JPMorgan Chase’s original EMV certification processes and ongoing updates, as well as the integration of new EMV brands.