Experience that brings clarity to payments.
Jimmy Shakmeyster is the Founder and President of Shak Merchant Group Inc., a payment technology consulting firm focused on profitability, efficiency, and long-term growth.
Meet Jimmy Shakmeyster.
16+ years of payment leadership
With more than 16 years of experience in payments and fintech, Jimmy has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to business owners and organizations across the United States.
His work spans franchise organizations, software companies, healthcare providers, automotive dealerships, restaurants, retailers, and professional service firms. His approach is simple: understand the client’s business model first, then design a payment strategy that improves profitability, operational efficiency, and customer experience.
Jimmy has managed enterprise accounts processing hundreds of millions of dollars annually, developed national referral partner programs, and helped thousands of businesses modernize how they accept payments.
A consultative approach, from the first conversation.
Shak Merchant Group’s mission is to provide transparent advice, industry-leading payment technology, and exceptional service—building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and measurable results.
The goal is not to force a predetermined product. It is to understand what the business needs and create a strategy that makes payments more useful.
“We believe payment processing should do more than simply accept payments. It should become a strategic tool that helps businesses increase profitability, improve efficiency, and fuel long-term growth.”Jimmy Shakmeyster · Founder & President