Evolv Announces Strategic Partnership with Intersect Technology Group to Advance AI Innovation for Community and Regional Banks

February 20, 2026

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NASHVILLE, TN — [2/20/2026] — Evolv, a leader in payment processing and digital marketing solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Intersect Technology Group, an Atlanta-based advisory and AI integration firm dedicated to helping community and regional banks transform artificial intelligence initiatives into measurable, ROI-driven outcomes.  Through this partnership, Evolv and Intersect Technology Group will work together to equip financial institutions with practical, scalable AI strategies that drive operational efficiency, strengthen customer engagement, and deliver tangible business results.
“We are honored to continue expanding our impact within the financial services sector,” said Sheila Wyatt , Regional President of Strategic Partnerships for Evolv Nashville. “Our partnership with Intersect Technology Group reflects our commitment to delivering secure, innovative solutions that empower banks with advanced AI capabilities while strengthening financial institutions and the customers they serve. Backed by decades of industry expertise, we are accelerating innovation to help our partners stay ahead in an increasingly digital world.”
“Community and regional banks are under increasing pressure to turn AI ambition into measurable results, and that’s exactly where Intersect Technology Group delivers,” said Rob Spessard , Co-Founder and CEO of Intersect Technology Group. “Our approach is hands-on, outcome-driven, and built around each institution’s existing teams, data, and technology partners. By aligning strategy, governance, and execution, we help banks move beyond fragmented initiatives to scalable solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen customer engagement, and generate real ROI. We’re especially excited about our collaboration with Evolv, which represents a powerful step forward in expanding innovation, accelerating client impact, and bringing even greater value to the institutions we serve. We believe AI should be practical, accountable, and transformative — and we’re proud to guide our clients every step of that journey.”
Together, Evolv and Intersect Technology Group are aligning payments innovation with AI-driven strategy to help financial institutions modernize with confidence. By combining Evolv’s expertise in payment acceptance solutions and digital growth strategies with Intersects advisory leadership in AI governance and implementation, the partnership creates a comprehensive framework for banks seeking both technological advancement and measurable performance improvement.
About Intersect Technology Group Intersect Technology Group is a boutique, Atlanta-based advisory and AI integration firm focused on helping community and regional banks turn disconnected AI efforts into strategic, ROI-driven outcomes. The firm works directly with internal teams and external vendors to transform AI, automation, and data investments into measurable business value. Through hands-on execution and strategic alignment, Intersect ensures institutions move beyond experimentation to scalable, accountable innovation.
About Evolv Founded in 1998, Evolv partners with banks, associations, and sales offices to deliver cutting-edge payment acceptance solutions. Operating as a multi-processor sales office, Evolv offers a comprehensive range of products including point-of-sale systems, gateways, and payment terminals. In 2017, the company expanded by investing in VIV, a digital marketing agency, adding services such as website development, social media management, and paid advertising. Evolv remains dedicated to increasing sales, reducing costs, and mitigating risks for merchants and partners. For more information, visit poweredbyevolv.com.

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