RECENT NEWS: February 2009

Fast Transact Receives AWB Better Workplace Award

OLYMPIA WASHINGTON Fast Transact Inc (FTI) was recently named a winner of the Association of Washington Business's (AWB) 2009 Better Workplace Awards. The annual event honors companies who take a leading role to create workplaces that are family-friendly, promote safety, and make it possible for employees to be their best.

Fast Transact received its award in the category of Job Training & Advancement.

During the acceptance, Vice-President and COO, Anna Solomon noted how important it was as an employer to have a strong commitment in helping each employee achieve his or her personal and professional goals. ìWe recognize that our people are the most valuable asset. By offering the opportunity to learn new skills and provide ongoing training to our team members, Fast Transact continues to grow as a company with an increasingly experienced work force.î

As the largest payment processor in Washington State, Fast Transact meets its employeeís needs in many ways.

Staff is allowed to bring their children to work on days when school starts late or lets out early. There are medical, dental, vision and alternative health care insurance plans available for employees and the company offers paid holidays, paid annual vacation days, and a retirement plan. In addition to flexible work hours and job sharing opportunities, there are staff development seminars and recognition awards for excellence in performance.

ABOUT FAST TRANSACT, INC.

Founded in 2002, and privately owned and operated, Fast Transact, Inc. is a registered ISO / MSP of Harris N.A., Chicago IL, Wells Fargo, N.A., Walnut Creek CA, and US Bank Canada. FAST TRANSACT provides nationwide retail and Internet merchant account services throughout the U.S. and Canada, payment gateways and software integration for processing credit cards and debit bankcards, ACH check services, affiliate partnership programs, and gift card / loyalty card programs. FAST TRANSACT is a registered trademark of Fast Transact, Inc. For more information, visit www.fasttransact.com

CONTACT INFORMATION:

David Solomon, President / CEO
Fast Transact, Inc. - 360.357.1400 x102 or 800.687.8505

Anna Solomon, Vice-President / COO
Fast Transact, Inc. - 360.357.1400 x105 or 800.687.8505

David Vincent, Operations Manager
Fast Transact, Inc. - 360.357.1400 x103 or 800.687.8505