733Park, Inc., the premier M&A advisory firm specializing in payments, fintech, AI and SaaS, is pleased to announce the successful sale of a merchant portfolio owned by Forefront Processing to Charlotte‑based Unity FI Solutions. The transaction further solidifies 733Park’s role as the market‑maker for merchant portfolios and payments‑sector M&A.

Steve Contino and Dan Miller of Unity FI Solutions expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition. “This merchant portfolio fits perfectly with our mission to deliver efficient, trusted payment solutions,” said Steve Contino, principal & co‑founder. “We are committed to providing unwavering support and fostering long‑term client relationships for mutual growth.” Dan Miller, principal & co‑founder, added, “733Park brought a slate of qualified buyers and guided the process flawlessly. Their deep understanding of merchant portfolios and fintech M&A allowed us to quickly structure a win‑win deal. We look forward to growing the newly acquired portfolio and continuing our partnership with 733Park.”

Kurt Schafer, owner of Forefront Processing, commented, “Lane Gordon and the team at 733Park handled the sale of our merchant portfolio flawlessly. They brought the right buyer, managed due diligence and negotiation with professionalism, and never lost sight of our goals. I would wholeheartedly recommend 733Park to any payment‑processing entrepreneur looking to exit.”

Lane Gordon, managing director of 733Park, noted, “We’re thrilled to deliver another successful transaction for a payments and fintech client. This sale underscores 733Park’s ability to match innovative payment companies with strategic buyers and to create value for all parties. If you own a merchant portfolio, ISO, ISV or SaaS business and are considering a liquidity event, contact our team—we are the market makers in fintech M&A.”

About 733Park

Headquartered in Boston, 733Park is the premiere market maker for buying or selling ISOs, merchant portfolios, ISVs and SaaS businesses. Under the direction of Lane Gordon, a 20‑year M&A veteran, 733Park represents payments and software companies seeking successful exits and buyers executing roll‑up strategies. Specializing in payments, fintech, SaaS and ISVs, 733Park delivers strategic guidance and transaction execution for mid‑market companies.

About Forefront Processing

Forefront Processing is a Dunedin, Florida‑based payment‑processing company offering tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes. The company focuses on easy integration, transparent account management and excellent customer service. Its services include account‑management tools, point‑of‑sale terminals, e‑commerce and mobile processing, and a guarantee to help clients save money. Forefront was founded in 2012, is led by CEO Kurt Schafer, and supports merchants nationwide.

About Unity FI Solutions

Unity FI Solutions is a fintech and payments company built “by bankers for bankers.” With more than two decades of experience, the firm delivers tailored payment‑processing solutions to the childcare, finance and healthcare industries. Unity FI Solutions helps banks and businesses manage online and mobile payments, merchant services, ACH transfers, NSF return recovery and software integrations. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and led by co‑founders Steve Contino and Dan Miller, the company is large enough to support enterprise clients while remaining nimble to deliver personalized service.

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“This transaction underscores 733Park’s ability to match innovative payment companies with strategic buyers,” said Lane Gordon, Managing Director of 733Park. “We’re the market makers in fintech M&A.”