Nick Bencivenga
Nick Bencivenga is a passionate leader in payments with deep expertise in sales, analytics, and operations. Known for his team-first approach and values-driven leadership, he blends strategy and heart to drive growth, build trust, and inspire results. Nick Bencivenga is a results-focused leader in the payments industry, with a robust background in business analytics, sales, and operational execution. Throughout his career, Nick has gone to great lengths to understand the ins and outs of the payments ecosystem. This commitment to detail, along with his hands-on experience in lead generation and executive management, makes Nick a pioneer in his field. As Vice President of Sales at Paysafe, Nick honed his gifts for understanding the nuances of driving growth and nurturing professional relationships. A natural-born team builder with an entrepreneurial streak, he co-founded and served as CEO of the merchant service provider AND Processing. Prior to this, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Dharma Merchant Services, where he helped grow the company’s sales and operational departments. Throughout his career, Nick has gone out of his way to enhance payment tools for small businesses, speaking at industry events and authoring numerous online articles, showcasing his industry expertise. Nick is a problem-solver and natural leader who approaches challenges with strategy and insight, consistently delivering outcomes that align with practical customer needs. Renowned for his passion, tenacity, kindness, and collaborative approach, Nick aligns teams and leads with clarity and a sense of purpose. Whether maintaining client relationships, mentoring team members, or identifying opportunities for expansion, Nick brings an insider’s knowledge and an innate enthusiasm to everything he does. With a razor-sharp sales acumen and an unwavering commitment to values-driven leadership, Nick is an essential member of the Kurv family.
Education
Virginia Tech
2003 – 2007
Blacksburg, VA, United States
Experience
VP of Direct Sales, PaySafe
2021-2025
Westlake Village, CA, United States
CEO and Co-Founder, AND Processing
2020-2024
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Chief Operating Officer, Dharma Merchant Services
2011-2020
San Francisco, CA, United States
Business Development Manager, Creative Financial Staffing
2011
Boston, MA, United States
Business Analyst, Fisher Investments
2007-2009
Plano, TX, United States
Expertise
- Sales
- Public Speaking
- Team Building
- Training
- Market Strategy
- Event Planning
- Sales Management
- Database Management
- Fundraising
- Payment Systems
- Executive Management
- Merchant Accounts
- Customer Support
- Strategic Partnerships
- B2B



