TSYS Named Newest Honoree in Georgia Business History Initiative

The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) welcomed Columbus-based TSYS as the newest member of the Georgia Business History Initiative at a ceremony and historical marker unveiling today at its corporate headquarters. TSYS is a leading global payments provider, offering innovative payment solutions for issuers, merchants, and consumers.

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TSYS and Georgia Historical Society Marker Unveiling. Pictured (left to right): Teresa Tomlinson, Mayor of Columbus; Bruce Huff, Columbus City Councilor; Dr. Todd Groce, President & CEO, Georgia Historical Society; M. Troy Woods, Chairman, President & CEO, TSYS; State Representative Calvin Smyre (GA, District 135); U.S. Representative Sanford Bishop (GA, 2nd District); Sherry Fredrick, TSYS team member. (Photo: Business Wire)

Each year the Georgia Historical Society selects iconic companies and institutions throughout the state to be honored through its Business History Initiative. Those selected are leaders and pioneers in their respective fields that have made significant contributions to the state of Georgia. By choosing these companies and institutions, GHS seeks to teach Georgia students, citizens and tourists alike about the pivotal role they have played in the economic, cultural and social development of Georgia and the United States.

“The TSYS story is one of the most remarkable in Georgia history. Its founding and explosive growth are a testament to the power of free enterprise and visionary leadership,” said W. Todd Groce, President and CEO of the Georgia Historical Society. “GHS is pleased to honor this uniquely Georgia company and highlight all that it does through its services and philanthropy to make the world a better place.”

Each honoree in the Business History Initiative receives a historical marker that tells the story of that company’s contribution to the development of Georgia and the nation. The executive summary of the company history is erected at a site of historical significance to the company, and is also available online through the award-winning GHS Historical Marker website and app.

The Business History Initiative also includes the development of original educational materials to enrich student understanding of the businesses that built Georgia. For TSYS, GHS created a company profile and case study — prepared by the GHS education staff and made available for classroom use through our extensive statewide network of teachers and education partners —correlated to the Social Studies Georgia Standards of Excellence.