Salt Lake City, December 10— Access Development, a leading provider of merchant-funded discounts and loyalty programs since 1984, today announced it has been named to the Utah 100, a list of the fastest growing companies in Utah sponsored by the Mountain West Venture Group.
Utah 100 recipients are selected based on their percentage of revenue growth over the past three years. During that time, Access has brought on a number of high-profile clients, launched a first-of-its-kind cash rewards program with Zions Bank and expanded its merchant network to over 260,000 participating locations nationwide. Major brands include Target.com, Apple, Ann Taylor, Blockbuster, Best Western and Dick's Sporting Goods.
Access continues to forecast continued growth in 2009, despite a slowing economy. “Our growth is a direct result of the increasing demand for value by both organizations and consumers,” says Larry Maxfield, the founder and CEO of Access Development. “In these tight times, everyone is looking to save money, and companies are seeking more creative strategies to lower marketing costs and expand their reach to new audiences.”
The concept for Access Development began 25 years ago, as Maxfield considered the need to balance the needs of merchants, organizations and members in a model where everyone wins. Access came to specialize in creating private-branded discount and rewards programs to help organizations increase revenue, acquire and retain customers, build loyalty, motivate employees, extend customer engagement and add value.
Now, 25 years later, Access Development has become a leading provider of loyalty marketing solutions with the world’s largest discount network, serving over 15 million members. A broad spectrum of corporations, banks, professional associations, alumni groups and a majority of US education associations rely on the vast network.
“Being named to the Utah 100 is an exciting milestone and a testament to hard work and commitment of our talented team,” explains Casey Kleinman, President of Access. “At the end of the day, it is about delivering value—not just to our clients, but also to our members and partner merchants, especially in this economic climate.”
For information on Access solutions and merchant opportunities, call 866-714-6103.