US-based payments processor Heartland Payment Systems has named Thomas McCole as executive director of affiliates.

Thomas McCole is set to lead Heartland's affiliate relationships with accounts, banks, associations, VARs and more.

Heartland Payment Systems delivers credit/debit/prepaid card processing, gift marketing and loyalty programs, payroll, check management and related business services to over 250,000 business locations nationwide. Heartland is the founding supporter of The Merchant Bill of Rights, a public advocacy initiative that educates merchants about fair credit and debit card processing practices.