Our Story
our Mission
What Makes Apex Different
Apex Payment Solutions prides itself on offering exceptional credit card processing rates, the ability to accept payments with efficiency and ease, and outstanding customer support.
We truly understand your questions, goals, and practice nuances because we’ve lived them! 75% of our team has experience working in a dental office, so we are able to answer your questions with detailed responses specifically tailored to a practice environment.
We know that your area of expertise is dentistry and patient care, so let us take care of the payment side of growing your business!
Get To Know Our Leaders
Co-Founder & COO
Dr. Zachary Allmand
Hi, I'm Dr. Zachary Allmand! I graduated from Indiana University Dental School in 2005. Post-graduation, I served our country in the United States Air Force for 5 years, deploying to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. After fulfilling my service, I purchased my first dental practice, where I quickly realized that there was much more to running a successful practice than merely being a good clinician.
Within the first year or so, I shifted my focus to overhead reduction in an attempt to control costs without sacrificing clinical excellence. I quickly learned that there were many aspects of the business where doctors were being taken advantage of, one of the most evident being Credit Card Processing. As I researched the true cost of merchant services, I realized that it could be done better with more transparency, security, and fair treatment for all offices no matter their volume.
I formed Apex Payment Solutions as a means to educate and assist my colleagues by helping them control their overhead costs, give them reassurance of fair pricing, and provide secure technology that reduces the risk of credit card processing. By providing these services we have helped over 500 dental practices take back control of their expenses and grow their profitability.
At Apex Payment Solutions, our goal is to remove these stresses, so health care professionals can return their focus to what is truly important; caring for their patients.
Co-Founder & CEO
Jonathun Catapano
Jonathun is a determined entrepreneur who has predominantly worked in the banking industry as a commercial banker and investment advisor throughout his career. He has always prioritized customer service and providing value to his clients, setting himself apart from others in the financial sector.
In 2007, Jonathun met Zak, who had plans to open his own practice in 2016 and needed merchant services. Together, they recognized an opportunity to provide improved solutions for dentists and found a gap in the industry. With his proficiency in processing, customer service, and developing solutions to optimize office efficiency, Jonathun was confident he could make a difference.
As a result, they devoted significant effort to researching and creating a comprehensive solution tailored specifically for dentists, forming Apex. The company focuses on employee well-being and customer satisfaction, resulting in an employee-centric organization that offers exceptional products and services to clients. Combining their individual knowledge and expertise, they built a dental merchant services company that delivers unparalleled service and innovative solutions to the dental community.
CFO, Practicing Dentist
Dr. Suzanne Allmand
Dr. Suzanne Allmand is the Lead Doctor of a successful Dental Partnership Organization practice, and serves as the CFO at Apex Payment Solutions, a rapidly growing Merchant Services Company in the dental field.
Her broad experience as a clinician over the past 17 years has given her valuable insight into various practice models. These experiences include taking a DSO startup to a million-dollar practice in its first year, successful associateships in private practice, teaching as clinical faculty at Indiana University School of Dentistry, and donating her time to a full-service community dental outreach facility.Drawing from her clinical background, financial skills, and organizational abilities, Dr. Allmand excels in her role Apex Payment Solutions. Her goal is to enhance her colleagues' financial acumen and business efficiency for better practice management. Her diverse experiences in dental practice models give her a unique insight into each model's potential for success. These insights help Apex stay attuned to practice needs, allowing us to reduce overhead costs and provide increased value to our clients.
When not in the office she enjoys reading, using her Peloton, learning to play golf, and traveling. She also loves spending quality family time with her husband, Zak, their three children, Lillanne, Layne, & Grayson, and their puppy, Leia.
Get To Know Our Key Team Members
We’re not just payment processing gurus — we’re customer service fanatics! With education, expertise, and speedy responses, our team is dedicated to helping you control overhead costs and provide secure solutions that reduce the risk of credit card processing.
Chad
Client Engagement
Chad is a Midwest native, born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. Working in the banking industry while attending University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou) led him to complete his degree in Personal Financial Planning. After college, he became a lender for the bank and had success with a niche group of clienteles, Dentists. Chad is always open to new opportunities which has led him to relocate and currently resides in Raleigh, North Carolina. Taking his previous knowledge of the dental industry and putting it to use again as the Outside Sales Representative for Apex Payment Solutions.
When not working, one main thing that keeps him busy is his passion for cars. You can find him out in the garage working on his old mustang and traveling to car shows with it. He also enjoys spending time with his friends and trying new things.
Kayla
Client Success
Originally from Florida, Kayla has lived in South Carolina for the past six years. She started her career as an e-commerce manager, where she was responsible for managing and optimizing the company's online store. Her previous experience has given her valuable insights into how to effectively communicate with clients and deliver results that exceed expectations. In her free time, Kayla enjoys reading, traveling to new places, and spending time with her family.
Angie
Client Success Director
While growing up in Kansas, Angie worked in the family-owned business where she quickly learned the importance of customer service. Her dental career started in 2005 as a scheduling coordinator. Over the next fifteen years, Angie also worked as a treatment coordinator and chair side assistant. Her past experiences in the dental office and customer service, has made her a valuable part of the Apex team. When she is not working, Angie enjoys spending time with her family, being at the lake, traveling and cheering on the Kansas State Wildcats.
Lauren
Marketing Director
Lauren was born and raised in the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina. She had a passion for helping others and making a difference in the world, so she pursued a degree in Public Health from Charleston Southern University. After completing her undergraduate studies, she went on to earn an MBA from the College of Charleston School of Business. Following her studies, she worked in the mortgage industry and relocated to Michigan. She’s always had a passion for marketing, and she is absolutely thrilled to be the Marketing Director for Apex Payment Solutions. She loves being able to work alongside a team of like-minded professionals to help drive the growth and success of the company!
Outside of work, she has a few hobbies that keep her busy. One of my favorites is being an automotive influencer and content creator. She loves working on her car or racing at the track whenever she gets the chance. She also loves trying new restaurants, traveling, spending time with her fiancé and their golden retriever, Henry.
Amanda
Client Engagement
Born and raised in Charleston, SC Amanda continues to call the “Holy City” home. She began her career in the merchant services industry in 2015 and was particularly drawn to the culture & emphasis on customer service at Apex Payment Solutions. When she is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her son.
Taylor
Client Engagement
Taylor was born and raised in Indiana and attended Indiana University for her undergrad in Marketing, Sales, and International Business - go Hoosiers! When she started at Apex, she worked as a front desk team member in Dr. Zak Allmand’s office for months to understand the inner workings of a dental office and truly grasp the day to day. Now, she leads the marketing and and sales team at Apex and she continues to help provide resources for dentists whether they are opening a start-up or running a 30+ DSO. During her free time she loves boating in the summer, traveling to National Parks with her fiance, Jake, and going on walks with her mini goldendoodle, Dixie.
Patrick
Senior Client Engagement
Patrick was born in Charleston, SC and currently resides in Columbia, SC. He was the first team member to join the Apex family in 2018, after a successful management and sales career in Corporate America. Patrick began his career in medical sales and always had a passion to help others. When the opportunity to join the dental community with Apex Payment Solutions arose, he did not hesitate. His past experience in healthcare and merchant processing, brings unparalleled support and knowledge for his dental partners and team members. Patrick loves the culture of Apex as family values are at the core of the company. In his free time, Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife and three boys, traveling and watching or playing soccer.
Mark
Client Engagement
Mark grew up on beautiful Vancouver Island in western Canada. He earned B.A. degree in business and graphic design and worked in sales and creative roles before entering the dental industry in 2016. He worked at the front desk of a dental startup from Day 1 through year 4 before joining Apex.
Mark loves learning how different doctors structure their offices and working with the Apex team to offer solutions. In his time off, he enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and dog in their backyard and garden!
Testimonials
Real Practice Results
Don’t just take our word for it. See how our payment solutions are changing the game for doctors nationwide.
All-In-One Platform
The way that Apex puts all of the practices together in one place allows us to see and manage the money that's coming in. Being able to access an organization-wide platform is invaluable to us.
- Dr. Low, Founder & CEO of Shared Practices
Seamless Integrations for DSO's
Because we're a DSO, our accountant is able to see all of the platforms for all of the offices. Big shout out to the Apex team, they're amazing!
- Kim F., Carmel Dental Care
Fully Focused On You
Customer service at Apex has been fantastic! Anytime we need anything, everyone there is ready to help.
- Dr. Sperber, Magnolia Family Dental
Start Up Solutions
Being a single business owner requires a lot of time and thought on things you didn't think you'd have to worry about. Merchant services is just not something I have to worry about anymore!
- Dr. Kozlowski, Growing Grins Pediatric Dentistry
Join the Conversation
When we’re not rolling up our sleeves to help doctors, you can catch the Apex team featuring on podcasts such as
When we’re not rolling up our sleeves to help doctors, you can catch the Apex team featuring on podcasts such as Voices from the bench, Behind the Smiles, The Digital Trae Show, Shared Practices and Mommy Dentists in Business
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