Are you a local merchant? Learn more about how to join Georgia Tech’s Buzz Around Town program to accept BuzzCard funds at your business.
- BuzzCard Funds is a discretionary spending program developed as a convenience to all faculty, staff and students at the Georgia Tech.
- BuzzCard Funds participants spend approximately $2.5 million annually and we expect this figure to continue to rise as the program grows.
Become an honorary Yellow Jacket and grow with us!
- Merchant signs partnership agreement. Card reader is installed.
- Merchant allows BuzzCard Funds to be used as payment for goods and services using the card reader.
- Merchant paid monthly by check for BuzzCard Funds sales less 4% transaction fees + $62.50 marketing and support fees.
It’s THAT simple! Really!
Your next customers are just down the street. Joining the BuzzCard Merchant Program makes it easier for students, faculty, and staff to discover and support your business. With convenient payment options and increased exposure to the Georgia Tech community, you can reach new customers, encourage repeat visits, and position your business as a trusted campus partner.
Increased Sales
Connect with thousands of Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff who are looking for convenient places to dine, shop, and do business. Accepting BuzzCard Funds makes it easier for the campus community to choose your business and can help encourage repeat visits.
Higher Check Average
Students spend more per transaction on average when they are using BuzzCard Funds than with cash or debit cards.
Competitive Edge
Buzz Around Town Merchants gain an edge over their competitors. They have higher recognition among Georgia Tech students, faculty and staff. You become an honorary member of the Yellow Jacket family.
Daily Sales Report
Your Verifone card reader can print out reconciliation reports on demand. For no additional cost, Buzz Around Town also offers merchants the benefit of an emailed daily sales report.
Marketing Opportunity
While other companies are paying thousands of dollars to market to college students without knowing if those dollars are working for them, Buzz Around Town provides focused and ongoing outreach to Georgia Tech students, faculty and staff and you only pay a 4% fee when you actually make a sale!
Less Cash Handling
Buzz Around Town merchants recognize a decrease in the amount of cash they handle. With fewer transactions, merchants benefit from a decrease in employee theft, human captivation error and COVID touchpoint risk.
Integrity & Longevity
As a Buzz Around Town merchant, your business will be associated with the excellence, integrity, spirit and tradition of one of the nation’s most respected educational institutions.
